Category: Colombia

After Deadly Earthquake in Colombia, a Late-Night Hunt for Survivors

The New York Times – On the Runway:
“We heard them screaming,” said one rescuer in Cali, where rescuers face a race against time to find the living.
What We Know About the Earthquake in Colombia

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The 7.4-magnitude quake, which killed more than 100 people and damaged hundreds of buildings, was the strongest recorded in Colombia in a decade.
Here’s the latest.

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The magnitude 7.4 quake hit the western part of the country, shaking Bogotá, Cali, Medellín and other cities, just weeks after quakes of similar intensity devastated parts of neighboring Venezuela.
How We Traced U.S. Government Gold to a Drug Cartel

The New York Times – Business:
Three reporters followed supply chains to reveal that the U.S. Mint buys gold that comes from foreign pawn shops and drug dealers, then claims it is from the United States.
‘A Poet’ Review: The Romance of Misery

A once-promising writer learns some painful lessons in a tragicomic Colombian tale.
Trump Is Making a Power Play in Latin America. China Is Already There.

China built a dominant strategic position in the region as the leading lender and trading partner. It is watching President Trump’s next moves closely.
How Nicolás Maduro’s Capture Could Reshape the Global Order

The U.S. seizure of Venezuela’s president has governments, executives and investors bracing for wide-reaching business and geopolitical fallout.
How the State Department’s Travel Advisory System Works

The U.S. assigns safety rankings to many countries, giving guidance to Americans considering trips abroad. Here is how that information is compiled and updated.
How the U.S. State Department’s Travel Advisory System Works

The U.S. assigns safety rankings to many countries, giving guidance to Americans considering trips abroad. Here is how that information is compiled and updated.
Affordable Winter Trips in the Caribbean

Here are five places where you can create your own affordable getaway this winter.
How U.S.A.I.D. Affects National Parks and Conservation Worldwide

Among the programs affected by the possible freeze of American foreign aid are those that establish and support overseas national parks and conservation areas.
Why There’s Nowhere to Hide From Trump’s Tariffs

President Trump’s long-promised trade war could start as soon as Saturday, leaving companies scrambling for a workaround for their global supply chains.