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The Greek Rivals Who United and Brought Souvlaki to Colombia

The story of two Greek immigrants in Colombia serves as a lesson of what the nation can achieve when united. Petros Gkrilis and George Sitaras come from Thessaloniki. They are fanatic supporters of the city's eternal rivals PAOK and Aris...

Griselda Blanco: Pablo Escobar’s Narco ‘Godmother’ Premieres on Netflix

Griselda Blanco, the notorious narco boss responsible for 250 killings, who also murdered several of her husbands and served as 'godmother' to young Pablo Escobar, is the subject of a new Netflix series debuted on January 25. Colombian actress Sofia...

Submarines Loaded With Tons of Drugs Seized in Pacific Ocean

Colombia and Ecuador seized two submarines loaded with drugs, specifically cocaine, in Pacific Ocean waters. The two semi-submersibles were intercepted by the authorities of both countries over the past weekend. According to reports, the Colombian Navy intercepted the narco-submarine on...

George Logothetis Visits DR and Colombia to Expand Libra’s Impact on Latin America

A delegation of the Libra Group led by Executive Chairman George Logothetis visited Colombia and the Dominican Republic (DR) recently to discuss the Group's investments and philanthropy in the region. Logothetis, a proud Greek American entrepreneur and philanthropist who is...

Pablo Escobar “Hated” Cocaine, “Loved Greece,” Claims His Brother Roberto

Roberto Escobar Gaviria, the older brother of the infamous Colombian drug kingpin Pablo Escobar, opened up in an interview with the Greek Reporter.

Colombia to Recover ‘Holy Grail of Shipwrecks’ with $20B Treasure of Gold, Silver

The “Holy Grail of shipwrecks" believed to have been carrying 200 tons of treasure, including gold, silver and emeralds is to be recovered from the floor of the Caribbean Sea, Colombia announced. The lifting of the San José wreck which...

China, the Big Investor in Latin America

China’s presence in Latin America is growing with a new focus on Chinese investments in Colombia. How Chinese investments in Latin America compare with U.S. investments in the region. The U.S. response to this new dynamic. By Josep Freixes Latin...

The Legend of El Dorado: The Mythical City of Gold in Colombia

This is the story of El Dorado, a fabled city of gold said to possess unimaginable wealth and treasures beyond belief. Although El Dorado has never been found, its allure continues to captivate the world and adds to Colombia’s...

Renowned Colombian Artist Fernando Botero Dies

Fernando Botero, the most internationally recognized Colombian artist, has died at the age of 91. By Josep Freixes The painter, sculptor, and draftsman Fernando Botero died today in Monaco, where he was living. The news was announced by Colombian journalist...

The Greeks of Bogota, Colombia

Bogota, the capital of Colombia and a sprawling mega-city of almost ten million inhabitants, is home to a grand total of approximately 150 Greeks. With its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and breathtaking landscapes, Bogota offers visitors a unique and...