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Colombia's Congress Votes to Ban Bullfighting by 2027

May 29, 2024, 12:40 AM

Colombia's congress has passed a bill banning bullfighting, a controversial yet popular pastime in the South American country. The ban, which will go into effect on January 1, 2027, marks a significant shift away from a centuries-old tradition that has drawn thousands of spectators to hundreds of events each year. The legislation has faced opposition from powerful interests, but proponents argue it is a necessary step to end animal torture. Colombia's congress votes to ban bullfights, dealing a blow to the centuries-old tradition.