Bullfighting in Caldas has been declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage by the Caldas Departmental Assembly, with a vote of 9 in favor and 5 against. The ordinance, backed by Governor Guido Echeverri Piedrahíta, has sparked controversy among animal rights defenders and those questioning the legality of the decision. Councilman John Hemayr Yepes expressed concern that the government might now have to promote these activities. Deputy Diego Cardona Arango defended the project, highlighting its cultural significance and economic benefits, including contributions to the health sector. Animal rights advocates are calling for a review of Law 916 of 2004, which regulates bullfighting and imposes restrictions. For the upcoming bullfighting season in Manizales, 3,500 of 4,000 season tickets have already been sold.

During the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs in Vienna, countries advocated for a shift from repressive measures to a public health approach in the fight against drugs, with Colombia playing a prominent role in the discussions.

A year after the worst natural disaster in Manizales history, the Cervantes neighborhood remains in solitude, mourning the loss of 48 lives. Residents recall the vibrant community life before the landslide, which destroyed 13 houses. Despite President Juan Manuel Santos's offer of housing assistance, none of the 33 families have accepted the Viviendas de Interés Prioritario due to valuation concerns. Investigations into the cause of the disaster by Aguas de Manizales and the Alcaldía are ongoing, with conflicting studies and no results from the Fiscalía. Families are awaiting compensation from Fosyga and have filed a lawsuit demanding justice.

César López is promoting a campaign titled '24 hours 0 violent deaths' to coincide with the World Day of Non-Violence. The initiative, which has garnered support in countries like Costa Rica, Guatemala, Argentina, and Venezuela, aims to reduce homicide rates by encouraging self-regulation and valuing life. López, a former member of the band Poligamia and now a peace advocate, visited the San José commune in Manizales with his 'Escopetarra', an AK-47 turned into an electric guitar, to spread the message. He also held a recital at the San Agustín school in a vulnerable area, emphasizing the importance of the social experiment to change perspectives on life. The campaign is part of his project 'Toda bala es perdida', which addresses social issues and impacts listeners' consciousness.

Ulises Giraldo diverges from conventional, academic, and volumetric drawing to explore suggestive strokes that deepen the viewer's interpretation. His exhibition 'Arquetipo' at the Alianza Francesa in Manizales features 25 pieces born from experimentation and chance, showcasing naturalistic representations made without traditional tools but with a wooden stick and Chinese ink. Giraldo emphasizes the importance of the body and form as the ultimate product of existence, and his work reflects a minimalist approach to profound messaging through primitive and biological shapes.