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Costa Rica: Bad Economic Weather Moving In

The financial crisis sweeping the globe is creeping up on Costa Rica, with a dip in foreign investment leading a pack of problems prompting some of the country´s economists to predict a recession.

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Costa Rica’s Creepiest Ghost Stories and Mysterious Legends

Every society has tales of terror that challenge our imaginations and our courage. Costa Rica has folk tales that include a priest who lost...

Heading Out for Halloween in Costa Rica? Expect More Police on Patrol

Costa Rica police will patrol cemeteries, churches, bars and costume parties this Halloween weekend. Here's what to expect if you're heading out Oct. 31.

Two of Every Three Dairy Imports in Costa Rica Now Come From the US

Costa Rica imported $66.4 million in dairy products from the United States in the first eight months of 2026, nearly four times the $17.5...

Costa Rica Bus Crash Leaves Two Dead and Dozens Injured

Two women died and seven other people were seriously injured Wednesday morning when a passenger bus overturned on Route 4 in Sarapiquí, Heredia, leaving...

Costa Rica Drops Bid to Join Pacific Trade Pact and Fires Its Trade Minister

Costa Rica drops its bid to join the CPTPP and fires its trade minister, citing secrecy over the deal and risks to ranchers and dairy farmers.

Pacific Coast Faces Its Highest Tides of the Season Through Saturday

If you live near the shore or have a beach trip planned on the Pacific coast this week, expect the sea to reach farther...

Alejandro Tabilo Falls to Rafael Jódar Again in Paris Masters Opener

Chile's Alejandro Tabilo suffered another disappointing defeat against Rafael Jódar on Monday, losing 6-2, 6-3 in the opening round of the Paris Masters as...

Gota a Gota Extortion Cases Keep Climbing in Costa Rica, OIJ Data Show

Extortion complaints tied to gota a gota loans in Costa Rica hit a record 935 in 2025, and 2026 is close behind.

Costa Rica Celebrates National Masquerade Day With Traditional Parades and Music

Costa Rica is celebrating one of its most colorful traditions this weekend as giant masks, lively marching bands and characters from local folklore take...
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