Health

La Voz Kids Ex-participant Dies in Traffic Accident at 19

On the morning of February 22, the death of Nicole Valeria Vargas Gómez, a former contestant on 'La Voz Kids' Colombia, became known. She passed away at the age of 19 in a traffic accident that occurred in the department of Quindío. The young woman, remembered for her participation in the 2019 edition of Caracol Televisión's children's musical reality show, lost her life along with a man of approximately 43 years in events that are under investigation by the authorities.

New cold front puts Colombia on alert for heavy rains and strong waves

Portafolio Journalist 02.23.2026 10:41 Updated: 02.23.2026 19:16

Supersalud activates mandatory weekly control over Nueva EPS due to current precautionary measure

Supersalud established the Permanent Monitoring of Nueva EPS on February 11, 2026. Photo: Nueva EPS Courtesy

Pain in Quindío: Ex-'La Voz Kids' contestant died run over by a "ghost car" and the driver fled

There is shock in the department of Quindío due to the spectacular accident that a former La Voz Kids contestant and university student fell victim to, along with another person linked to the entertainment world.

Total lunar eclipse in March: the sky will turn reddish in the first days of the month due to this phenomenon

The best places to see the lunar eclipse. Photo: ciencia_unam

Health Insurance Policies Boom: Insured Individuals Now Exceed 1.8 Million

The health sector consolidated in 2025 as the most dynamic segment within the Colombian insurance industry. By the end of the year, companies paid $3.30 trillion for health services under policies, representing a 21% increase compared to 2024.

Trump threatens to raise tariffs on countries that decide to "play" with the Supreme Court ruling

The President of the United States, Donald Trump, threatened to impose higher tariffs on countries that try to "play" with the Supreme Court ruling that invalidated his emergency levies, amid uncertainty about trade agreements with the EU and China

Powerful storm paralyzes the northeast of the US and leaves New York under record snowfall

A powerful winter storm paralyzes the northeast of the United States and leaves New York under a snowfall that threatens to break historical records, with more than 38 centimeters accumulated in Central Park and thousands of flights canceled.

For the first time, the Catholic Church exhibits the remains of St. Francis of Assisi

On October 3, 1226, in Assisi, Italy, St. Francis of Assisi died, the son of a wealthy merchant who renounced his lifestyle to live in poverty and serve others.

Xiloa Lagoon: Tradition and Rest Every Weekend

The Xiloa Lagoon, located in the Chiltepe Peninsula Natural Reserve in Mateare, is visited by families every Sunday.

Mega Orthopedic Fair at Héroes de Las Segovias Hospital

In commemoration of the 92nd anniversary of the death of General Augusto Nicolás Calderón Sandino, a Mega Orthopedic Fair was held at the Héroes de Las Segovias Departmental Hospital.

Bilwi concludes its traditional King Pulanka festival

In Bilwi, Autonomous Region of the North Caribbean Coast, traditions with identity are maintained as part of the collective memory and the King Pulanka.