San Francisco, CA – Sony Interactive Entertainment’s substantial $3.6 billion investment in Bungie, the developer behind the acclaimed Halo and Destiny franchises, is facing intense scrutiny as its new extraction shooter, Marathon, officially launched on March 5, 2026. The game, a return to the roots of Bungie’s early work, represents a pivotal moment for both … Read more
Partial Reopening of Key Medellín Thoroughfare Following Storm Damage Medellín’s El Poblado Avenue has partially reopened to traffic following emergency repairs to a section undermined by heavy rainfall and a swollen creek. The reopening, announced by Mayor Federico Gutiérrez, restores one-way traffic flow northbound towards Envigado, while work continues on the southbound lanes. The disruption, … Read more
Imported Measles Cases in Colombia Linked to Travel to Mexico Raise Public Health Concerns Bogotá, Colombia – Health authorities in Colombia have confirmed four imported cases of measles, all linked to recent travel to Mexico. The cases, identified in Bogotá and Bucaramanga, underscore the ongoing risk of international transmission of infectious diseases and highlight the … Read more
Iranian Drone Strike Targets Dubai Financial Center Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Explosions rocked the heart of Dubai’s financial district on Friday, March 13, 2026, as a drone originating from Iran struck near the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The attack, part of a broader pattern of escalating hostilities in … Read more
Nubank CEO David Vélez Honored as Entrepreneur of the Year, Champions Private Sector in Colombia David Vélez, CEO of Nu Holdings, has been recognized as Entrepreneur of the Year for 2025, a prestigious award presented by the Bogotá mayor Carlos Fernando Galán. The recognition comes as Vélez increasingly emphasizes the potential of Colombia and the … Read more
BOGOTÁ – Colombian students seeking financial aid for higher education have been granted additional time to apply for Icetex loans, the government’s educational credit institute announced this week. The extension, responding to reported logistical challenges and increased demand, aims to ensure broader access to funding for the 2026 academic year. This move comes as Icetex … Read more
The global fight against physical inactivity is facing a critical juncture. Despite a surge in public health policies aimed at promoting exercise over the last two decades, rates of inactivity remain stubbornly high, and a significant portion of the world’s population isn’t reaping the well-documented health benefits of regular physical activity. New research published in … Read more
ISA Announces Departure of Executive Linked to Former Medellín Mayor Interconexión Eléctrica S.A. E.S.P. (ISA), a subsidiary of Grupo Ecopetrol, announced on March 6, 2026, the departure of Jhonatan Estiven Villada Palacio from his position as Director of Corporate Procurement. The move follows scrutiny regarding his appointment and alleged political ties to former Medellín Mayor … Read more
The Hidden Link Between Stress and Cancer Metastasis: Novel Research Offers Potential for Intervention Stress is a ubiquitous part of modern life, often dismissed as a mental burden. However, emerging research reveals that its impact extends far beyond our emotional state, profoundly affecting the entire body. For individuals battling cancer, chronic stress may significantly increase … Read more
Colombia’s Beer Market Bubbles with Competition as Discount Retailers Shake Up the Industry Colombia’s retail landscape is undergoing a significant transformation and the beer market is no exception. A latest wave of “hard discount” retailers – D1, Ara, and Ísimo – are challenging established players like Éxito, not only with their low prices on everyday … Read more