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Colombia wants to ban Pablo Escobar and other narco-themed merchandise – here’s why

When you think of Colombia, what images come to mind? For some, it may be coffee or perhaps the country’s diverse landscapes and cultures. For many others, it will be cartels, crime and cocaine.

The Conversation

Thousands Flee Colombian Border Region, Seeking Refuge in Venezuela as Guerrilla Violence Escalates

Both the ELN and FARC-EMC have long fought for control over this drug-rich area, but recent violence marks a significant escalation.

Latin Times

Pepe review – inside the beautiful mind of Pablo Escobar’s hippo

Huge and wayward docu-fictional meditation depicts the consciousness of a river horse shipped out to furnish the Colombian druglord’s estate

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Pablo Escobar’s private jet turned into ‘world’s coolest’ Airbnb

A Boeing 727 rumoured to be owned by Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar has been converted into an Airbnb in Bristol.

The Independent UK

Former Medellín Cartel Member Returns To Colombia

The return of former Medellín Cartel member Fabio Ochoa to Colombia stirs controversy and calls for justice.

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Legendary drug lord Fabio Ochoa is deported to Colombia after spending two decades in US prisons

One of Colombia’s legendary drug lords and a key operator of the Medellin cartel has been deported back to the South American country, after serving 25 years of a 30-year prison sentence in the United States

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More Than a Dozen Big Cats Have Been Rescued From Cartel Members in Culiacán Since September

According to an animal rights activist, cartel members torture exotic animals such as lions and tigers by taking off their claws and fangs

Latin Times

Former Medellin Cartel Leader and Associate of Pablo Escobar Released From U.S. Prison After Serving 25-Year Sentence

Fabio Ochoa Vásquez was one of the leaders of the cartel between 1987 and 1992. He was featured in Forbes' annual billionaire list

Latin Times

Infamous Narcos drug lord released from US prison after 25 years

Ochoa was first indicted for his alleged role in the killing of Barry Seal — whose life was popularized by Tom Cruise.

The Independent UK

Man jailed for life for murder of university student that horrified Italy

Brutal killing of Giulia Cecchettin, 22, triggered protests across country and cast grim spotlight on femicide in Italy

The Guardian - UK

The Behind The Scenes Drama of 'El Chavo del 8' You Didn't Know About

Recapping the behind-the-scenes drama of 'El Chavo del 8' you didn't know about

Latin Times

Did Elon Musk Really Use A Meme Of Pablo Escobar Smoking Weed To Celebrate Trump's Election Victory? What Does It Even Mean?

Elon Musk's tweet featuring Pablo Escobar smoking weed to celebrate Trump's reelection sparks debate. What does it mean?

Benzinga

Drug gang leader who boasted he was 'Pablo Escobar of east London' is jailed

Shahen Ahmed styled his operation running the streets of Tower Hamlets on Colombian drug Lord Pablo Escobar

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Krishna Maharaj obituary

Other lives: Successful businessman who was convicted of murder in a miscarriage of justice

Latin Times

Colombian court orders the hunting of Pablo Escobar's infamous free-roaming hippos

Experts argue that manatee populations could be threatened by the hippos. Attacks on fishermen have also been reported on the Magdalena River

The Guardian - AU

Five Great Reads: Pablo Escobar’s hippos, manscaping, and Gillian Anderson on collecting secret fantasies

Guardian Australia’s weekend wrap of essential reads from the past seven days, selected by Kris Swales

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Special counsel challenges Trump classified documents case dismissal

Appeal marks the beginning of a lengthy legal battle that could take years. Plus, Mariah Carey’s shares that her mother and sister died on the same day last weekend

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The Guardian - UK

Briton dies before clearing name after 38 years in US jails for murders he denied

Body of Kris Maharaj, who died in Florida prison hospital despite judge finding him innocent, will be taken to UK by his wife for burial

The Independent UK

Colombia wants to ban tourists from buying Pablo Escobar souvenirs

A bill would allow police to fine those who wear t-shirts, hats and other garments that ‘exalt’ the infamous drug lord.

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Colombia Considers Banning Pablo Escobar Souvenirs

Colombia considers banning Pablo Escobar souvenirs to shift away from glorifying criminal figures and promote a positive image of the country.

Evening Standard

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International Business Times

Colombian Dens Of Iniquity Recycled To Serve Victims

In a mansion with golden faucets and an oyster-shaped bathtub, Colombian paramilitary fighters and drug lords once planned the most horrific crimes.

The Independent UK

J Balvin, Latin America’s biggest star: ‘In the super-macho-man reggaeton world, I looked weak’

He is one of the biggest artists on Spotify, with 57 million monthly listeners. Yet his career hasn’t been straightforward. As the Colombian star prepares to play the O2, he tells Annabel Nugent about learning from his mistakes and why his young son is the reason he keeps going

Al Jazeera

European court rules drug kingpin Pablo Escobar’s name can’t be trademarked

Colombia’s most feared drug baron, who was shot dead in 1993, earned billions from smuggling cocaine to the US.

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