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Colombian Government to Resume Peace Talks

The Colombian Government and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia guerilla group met Tuesday with plans to meet again Wednesday to discuss how to resume peace talks that have been suspended since Nov. 17.

Pablo Escobar's Hippos Now Being Sterilized With Money Taken From Drug Traffickers

The consequences of Pablo Escobar's actions are still being felt in Colombia. The consequences of Pablo Escobar's actions are still being felt in Colombia.

Copa America 2015 Groups Revealed, Predictions & Analysis: Colombia vs. Brazil

The groups for the 2015 Copa America have been announced and feature quite a few interesting matchups. Here is a look at each group and how it might ultimately unravel.

Colombia and FARC Kidnapping and Conflict News 2014: Rebels to Release Kidnapped General, Resume Peace Talks

Peace talks will resume in Havana after the Colombian government and FARC reached an agreement that would liberate hostages taken by the Marxist rebel group. FARC will release the hostages, including an army general, as soon as the Colombian army ends military actions.

Colombia, FARC Peace Talks and Conflict News 2014: Rebels Confirm Holding of Colombia Army General, 2 Others as Prisoners

President of Colombia Juan Manuel Santos, canceled peace talks Monday with the country's main rebel group because he says they are holding an army general and two other people captive.

United States vs. Ireland: International Friendly Predictions, Preview & Schedule

The United States and Ireland will play one another in an international friendly soccer game. This should be a very close contest between two evenly matched teams. Latin post.com previews the game, breaks down the teams and predicts who will win.

Colombia President Juan Manuel Santos Suspends Peace Talks With FARC Rebels After Kidnapping of Army General

Risking two years of negotiations and progress, Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos has called off talks with rebel group FARC following the kidnapping of an army general on Sundas for whom Santos has called a search.

Joe Biden Announces Refugee Program for Central American Minors

Vice President Joe Biden announced Friday, a program set to launch in December that will grant refugee status to minors who live in Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador and whose parents legally reside in the United States.

Colombian Mayor of Cali Rodrigo Guerrero Using Data Analysis to Fight Crime

Harvard grad and mayor of Colombian city tackles violence using scientific tool A mayor of a violent town in Colombia is using scientific techniques to curb crime in his city.

USA vs. Colombia Preview, Predictions, TV Info: Will James Rodriguez Shine in International Friendly?

Twenty years ago, Colombia was tragically embarrassed in the World Cup during a matchup with Team USA. In this past World Cup, the Columbians saw their redemption and will now face the Americans Friday in a friendly match that will be an interesting test for the Americans. Latin Post.com previews the game, teams, tells you how to watch and predicts the winner.

Japan vs. Honduras: International Friendly Schedule, Predictions & Preview - Los Catrachos Travel Halfway Around the World to Face the Samurai Blue

Honduras, under new head coach Hernán Medford, travels to Toyota, Japan Friday to take on the Japanese national soccer team, who is preparing for their upcoming defense of the Asian Cup.

Puerto Rico News: Murder Rate Down; 2014 May Bring US Commonwealth Its Lowest Number of Homocides in 15 Years

In 2014 thus far, the number of murders in Puerto Rico has been reduced by 26 percent compared with numbers from within the same months last year, reports from the island's Superintendent revealed Thursday.

Latin American Political News: Colombian Peace Talks Continue as FARC Admits Responsibility

Colombian rebel group FARC makes its first admission of culpability ever but also says the U.S. should acknowledge its role in the conflict.

History of Mexico's Dia de Los Muertos: Traditions Also Enjoyed in Colombia, Nicaragua, Honduras and the US

Dia de los Muertos is celebrated in Mexico, as well as other parts of Latin America and the United States.

US Court Sentences Former FARC Commander to 27 Years in Prison

The former FARC leader was sentenced for holding three Americans hostage for two years. The Americans were working as contractors in anti-drug smuggling operations.

Latin America News: Epidemiologist-Turned-Mayor From Harvard University Receives $100K for Reducing Cali, Colombia Homicide Rates

Recently, Dr. Rodrigo Guerrero, an epidemiologist who got his degree from Harvard University, became the first recipient of the Roux Prize for reducing crime rates in Cali, Colombia, where he is mayor.

Colombia Drug War & Cartels 2014: Expelled Drug Lord Pleads Guilty to Trafficking

A Colombian cartel leader faces a minimum of 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to trafficking cocaine to the U.S. in the late 1990s.

Colombian Officials Bust Underage Prostitution Ring With Help of Filmmakers

Colombian officials announce break-up of underage prostitution ring, aided by filmmakers Colombian officials rescued 55 sex-trafficking victims and announced the arrest of 11 suspects in three cities Tuesday.

Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel Visits Colombia, Chile and Peru

Secretary Hagel visited Colombia and Chile to express U.S. support both countries and then will attend a conference of regional defense ministers in Peru.

James Rodriguez Instagram: See the Colombian World Cup Star's 10 Best Images

James Rodriguez Instagram is full of personal and sweet moments. Colombian James Rodriguez was thrust into stardom by his World Cup performance. He was named People En Español sexiest man and was recruited to Real Madrid, so it's not doubt that it has been a good year for him.

Hispanic Heritage Month & Latin Social Media Wrap Up: How Angelique Boyer, William Levy & Sebastián Rulli Show Love For Latin America

On social media, celebrities can't help sharing about where they are from. Although we're in the middle of Hispanic Heritage Month, many Latino celebrities don't wait until then to spread love for their Latin American country.