{
  "id": 2421887,
  "title": "Barranquilla Has Its Carnival Queen for 2027: Salwa Maloof Habib to Wear the Crown",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/barranquilla-has-its-carnival-queen-for-2027-salwa-maloof-habib-to",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-21T18:45:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Colombia One",
    "slug": "colombia-one",
    "url": "https://colombiaone.com/2026/08/21/barranquilla-carnival-queen-salwa-maloof/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In August 2026, Salwa Maloof Habib was chosen as the queen of Barranquilla Carnival 2027, following a selection process directed by the Board of Directors of Carnaval de Barranquilla. Born and raised in the city, Maloof Habib brings an international education, experience in social work, and a deep connection to dance and the city's folkloric traditions to her role.\n\nThe announcement of her appointment differed from the customary method, as First Lady and social development leader Katia Nule personally visited Maloof Habib at her home, accompanied by Juan Carlos Ospino, the director of Carnaval de Barranquilla S.A.S. In the presence of her family, they officially informed her of her selection to represent Barranquilla during the 2027 Carnival.\n\nAs the queen, Maloof Habib will become one of the main figures of the celebration. The Carnival organization describes her role as that of a cultural ambassador, tasked with promoting local traditions, fostering a sense of belonging among Barranquilla residents, and representing the festivities both nationally and internationally.",
  "summary": "Barranquilla now has its queen for its next major celebration. Salwa Maloof Habib was appointed Queen of the Barranquilla Carnival 2027 on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026, following a selection process led by the Board of Directors of Carnaval de Barranquilla. The young woman from Barranquilla enters the role with a background that combines international education, […]",
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}