Bogotá in the news: rising gun violence in Colombia hits two rural areas, including palm-farm killings near the capital. Capital District of Colombia; largest city.
A concise look at five distinctive US towns—Homer (Alaska), Bayfield (Wisconsin), Abiquiu (New Mexico), Telluride (Colorado), and Maine’s coast—highlighting landscape, local culture, and must-visit spots as described by a seasoned traveler.
The ICRC has reported the worst humanitarian consequences of Colombia’s six-decade conflict in 2025, with displacement rising sharply and civilians bearing the brunt of clashes among guerrilla factions, cartels and state forces. Ahead of the May 31 presidential vote, candidates face threats and deadly attacks, underscoring security as a central issue.