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Japan ranks least content among 30 nations surveyed; India 'happiest'

Japan has been named the least contented country in a survey of 30 countries by Ipsos, a France-based research firm.

Clip of naked woman accidentally played during ex-Colombian president's trial 

In a major blooper in the bribery trial of former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe, Prosecutor Marlene Orjuela accidentally played a video clip of a nude woman and another unrelated clip.

Shakira dedicates Grammy win to 'immigrant brothers and sisters'

Colombian singer Shakira used her acceptance speech at the 67th Grammy Awards on Sunday night (US time) to speak against US President Donald Trump's contentious immigration policies.

US deports 64 migrants to Guatemala on military plane

The United States has deported 64 migrants to Guatemala on a C-17 military transport plane. This is the third successful deportation flight to Guatemala since the adoption of the new strategy last week.

Colombia reverses stance on deportation flights after Trump threatens tariff 

Colombia has changed its mind and will no longer block deportation flights from the United States after President Donald Trump threatened tariffs.

Colombian assassin 'The Doll' arrested for high-profile murders

A 23-year-old Colombian woman was arrested in Barrancabermeja, Colombia for her alleged involvement in several high-profile murders.

Haryana man found living at Brazil airport for week unnoticed

A man from Kurukshetra, Haryana, lived undetected for a week at the Sao Paulo Airport in Brazil, News18 reported.

Over 1 in 3 tree species face extinction risk: Report

A decade-long global analysis has found that more than one in three tree species are on the verge of extinction.

1 in 8 girls/women raped/sexually assaulted before 18: UNICEF

The United Nations International Children's Fund (UNICEF) has revealed shocking statistics on global sexual violence against female minors.

Spanish actors' son found guilty of murder, gets life sentence

Daniel Sancho Bronchalo, a YouTube chef and son of renowned Spanish actors, was found guilty of premeditated murder by a Thai court on Thursday.

Lionel Messi to miss Argentina's World Cup qualifiers with injury

Football legend Lionel Messi will not take part in Argentina's impending FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia.

Colombian woman receives lizard instead of air fryer from Amazon

In a bizarre incident that has captivated the internet, Sofia Serrano, a woman from Colombia, found a giant lizard in her Amazon package. The package was supposed to contain an air fryer she had ordered.

Siddharth Anand's next: Thriller inspired by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Renowned director Siddharth Anand and producer Mahaveer Jain are joining forces to create a thriller film.

If dinosaurs hadn't gone extinct, grapes wouldn't exist! Study finds

New research indicates that the extinction of dinosaurs 66 million years ago may have allowed modern grapes to flourish.

Places to visit when in Colombia's Andean

Colombia's Andean region unfolds as a vibrant tapestry of lush valleys and soaring peaks.

Celebrity handbag designer faces 18-month sentence for exotic leather smuggling

Nancy Gonzalez, a renowned handbag designer with a celebrity clientele including Britney Spears, Eva Longoria, Vanessa Hudgens, Victoria Beckham, and Hayden Panettiere, has reportedly been sentenced to 18 months in prison.

Hop on a journey to Colombia's enigmatic Lost City

The Lost City Trek in Colombia invites adventurers to explore the ancient ruins of Teyuna.

Matriarchal marvels: 5 tribes worldwide dominated by women

Throughout history, diverse societies have embraced unique social structures, and among them are tribes where women not only participate but indeed hold the reins of leadership, and play a central and dominant role in different spheres of governance and decision-making.

Ecuador declares state of emergency after drug lord's prison escape

Ecuador has declared a state of emergency after an "extremely dangerous" druglord, Jose Adolfo Macias, aka "Fito," escaped from a maximum-security prison.

5 ways Miss Universe 2023 pageant embraced diversity

El Salvador hosted the 72nd Miss Universe pageant, where 84 women competed for the coveted title and honored diversity and beauty beyond limits.

How Colombian children survived 40-days in Amazon after plane crash 

Four children, including an infant, who survived an aircraft crash in Colombia on May 1 and spent the following 40 days in the Columbian Amazon rainforest, were rescued on Friday and flown to the capital Bogota on Saturday.

Colombia: President says 4 children survived plane crash, military disagrees

Confusion has occurred over whether four children, who were involved in a plane crash two weeks ago in Colombia, have been found alive in the Amazon rainforest, reported BBC.

US declines to return suspected 'spy' balloon debris to China

The United States said on Monday it has no plans to return the alleged spy balloon to China, which is being recovered from the Atlantic.

After US, Colombia spots 'balloon-like' object in its airspace

Colombia's military confirmed seeing an object resembling an air balloon flying over its territory on Saturday.

Copa America 2021: After Colombia, Argentina removed as host

The 2021 edition of Copa America is without a host nation less than two weeks before it kicks off.

Five animals (presumed to be extinct) that resurfaced this year

While extinction of animal species is a completely natural phenomenon, scientists estimate that they are today being lost at up to as much as 1,000 times the standard rate of extinction, with dozens of species disappearing every single day.

Love Bird-watching? Here are top five places you should visit

As the name suggests, Bird-watching is the act of observing birds in their natural habitat, for recreational purpose.

Copa America 2020: Title-holders Brazil to start proceedings against Venezuela

The draw for the next edition of Copa America was officially held in Cartagena, Colombia, on Tuesday, as the 12 participating teams were divided into respective groups, besides the fixtures being finalized as well.

Today in history: Drug lord Pablo Escobar's death anniversary

Colombia's most feared, iconic and devastating drug lord, Pablo Escobar died today 26 years ago. He was 44.

Copa America 2020: Argentina and Colombia to co-host the event

Argentina and Colombia have been selected as the host nations for the upcoming edition of Copa America football tournament, to be held in 2020.

Twelve, including mayor and family, die in Colombia plane crash

A plane crash in Colombia killed 12 people yesterday, including a mayor and her family, the aviation and emergency services said.

Bomb strikes Colombian Police Academy, kills 10 and injures 65

A car bomb attack on a police cadet training academy killed 10 people and wounded 65 in Bogota yesterday, making it the worst such incident in the Colombian capital in 16 years.

Story of 'Narcos' can be set anywhere: Producer Eric Newman

Showrunner Eric Newman says the story of 'Narcos' can be set anywhere in the world because drug business connects people beyond geographical and political boundaries.

#NoMoreDrugLore: Museum dedicated to Pablo Escobar shut down in Colombia

A museum in Medellin, Colombia, which showcased the life and times of notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar was shut down by the police on Thursday, as the managers didn't have a valid license to run it.

#GamingBytes: Hitman 2 puts Agent 47 in wild Colombian jungles

Hitman 2 is an upcoming sequel to the 2016 game, which will be available from November 13.

Remembering Pablo Escobar, the Narcos King, on his death-anniversary

Colombia: President Santos extends amnesty to 3600 FARC rebels

Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos signed the third and final decree granting amnesty to around 3600 members of the rebel group Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC).

Over 15 missing after passenger boat sinks in Colombia

A passenger boat with about 170 people on board sank near Guatapé in northwestern Colombia. At least six died, while over 130 have been rescued.