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Why Costa Ricans Carry Lanterns on the Eve of Independence Day

Across Costa Rica tonight, children will step into the streets carrying glowing handmade lanterns, continuing one of the country’s most recognizable Independence Day traditions....

Costa Rica’s Rebeca Grynspan retakes lead in race to head the UN

Costa Rican economist Rebeca Grynspan moved back to the front of the race to become the next secretary-general of the United Nations on Friday....

Shelton Reaches First Grand Slam Final After US Open Comeback

Ben Shelton moved within one victory of ending a 23-year wait for an American men’s Grand Slam singles champion after beating Frances Tiafoe on...

Cartago Merchants Demand Legal Basis for Independence Day Business Closures

The Cámara de Comercio de Cartago wants the closure order withdrawn and the documents behind it published, after the perimeter and closing time both shifted in under 24 hours.

Road Closures Start Monday for Costa Rica’s Independence Holiday

If you are driving anywhere in the Central Valley on Monday afternoon or Tuesday morning, add time. Costa Rica marks 205 years of independence...

Costa Rica Jaguar Reappears After Nearly Three Years Off the Cameras

A jaguar that had not been recorded by a wildlife camera in Costa Rica since 2023 has been photographed again on the Osa Peninsula,...

Rain Expected Across Costa Rica for Lantern Parade Night

Thunderstorms are forecast for the Central and South Pacific this afternoon and for the Caribbean and Northern Zone after dark, putting rain over tonight's farolito parades.

Central America Drought Kills Cattle and Threatens Food Supply

Animals are dropping dead amid the worst drought in living memory for many Central Americans, who are dealing with the unforgiving effects of the...

Truck Damages Fiber Network and Disrupts Costa Rica’s San Jose Airport

A damaged fiber-optic connection caused long lines, delayed flights and widespread system failures at Juan Santamaría International Airport yesterday. The disruption began after a...
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