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Colombia: Medellín Celebrates its Festival of Flowers
Every year, the city of Medellín, Colombia, celebrates the Festival of Flowers. This celebration's defining symbol are the "silletas," which are flower displays that are carried throughout the city by the flower carriers.
Colombia: The Extraordinary UNASUR Meeting in Bariloche
The Union of South American Nations (UNASUR) recently held an extraordinary meeting in Argentina primarily to discuss the use of Colombian military bases by the U.S. military. Bloggers and twitterers commented during the 6 hour meeting.
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November 26th, 2009
Venezuela: Thoughts About a Possible Conflict with Colombia
The Venezuelan blogosphere also had their opinions about the new conflicts arising between with the Colombian government, many make it clear that a war would also be a conflict among people with a close history and deep cultural attachment.
November 23rd, 2009
Colombia: The Tradition of Arepas in the Afternoon
In Colombia, the time between 3 and 6 pm is usually reserved for coffee or hot chocolate along with the typical arepa or other baked goods. This has become a tradition passed on from generation to generation.
November 20th, 2009
Colombia: Tensions and ‘Winds of War' with Venezuela
As a result of several incidents along the border, tensions have been escalating in the last few weeks between Colombia and Venezuela, two neighboring countries which already have strained relations.
November 17th, 2009
Impact of ICT on Indigenous Cultures: Rejuvenation or Colonization?
Can ICT truly preserve and protect distinct identities and culture? The cultural debate surrounding deployment of ICT in the field of indigenous/ knowledge and culture simply refuses to die down.
November 9th, 2009
Colombia: Preserving Afro-Colombian Culture in San Basilio de Palenque
The descendants of escaped African slaves, who are now living in the village of San Basilio de Palenque in northern Colombia are working to preserve their cultural heritage through their oral and musical traditions.
October 24th, 2009
Colombia: Solidarity With Hiperbarrio After Library Robbery
After a robbery of the La Loma Library in Medellín, Colombia, the home of the Hiperbarrio citizen media project, an outpouring of support and solidarity was sent from around the world.
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