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Democrats Win Congress but Costa Rica’s US Tariff Stays

Democrats won control of both chambers of the US Congress in Tuesday's midterm elections. The result hands President Donald Trump a divided government for...

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...

El Niño Is Already Cutting Costa Rica’s Coffee Harvest by Up to 15%

Costa Rica's coffee growers now expect a harvest 10% to 15% smaller than first estimated as El Niño's irregular rains and rising heat reach...

Costa Rica Plans Blue Zone Seal and Wellness Tourism Push for Nicoya

Costa Rica plans an official Blue Zone seal and three Nicoya wellness tourism products by 2028, plus new care for centenarians.

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.

Pacific Low Has a 60% Chance of Turning Tropical as Costa Rica Braces for Rain

A low off Central America's Pacific coast now has a 60% chance of becoming a tropical depression, and heavy rain could reach parts of the region through the weekend. With soils already up to 90% saturated, here is what to expect and how to plan.

Missing Caribbean Fishermen Found Alive in Colombia, Family Says

Three Costa Rican fishermen missing since Oct. 19 were found alive in Colombia, a relative says.

Woman Accused of Forging Deeds to Take an American’s Property Deported to Costa Rica

Two Costa Ricans wanted since 2016, including a woman suspected of using forged deeds and powers of attorney to take property and money from...

Your 2027 Marchamo Is Lower if You Drive a Private Car

If you drive a private car, your 2027 marchamo is probably a little cheaper than last year's. The National Insurance Institute (INS) puts the...
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