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Photos From Costa Rica’s Big Time City Rodeo

A Costa Rican rodeo is a thrilling blend of tradition, excitement, and skill, where cowboys and bullfighters showcase their talents in front of cheering...

Ticos salvage 2-2 tie with Panama after Pemberton save

It wasn't pretty, but Costa Rica's national men's football team scraped out a 2-2 tie Sunday against Panama, in Group A's battle to the Central America Cup final on Sept. 13 in Los Angeles, California.

Costa Rican cops seize vehicle with 400 kilos of cocaine on Pacific coast

Details of the operation are still emerging, but initial reports from Costa Rica's National Police indicate that cops on Sunday seized an SUV loaded with 400 kilograms of cocaine in the Pacific coastal province of Puntarenas. Two suspects fled and no arrests have yet been made.

‘Meteorite’ smashes into Nicaraguan capital

MANAGUA, Nicaragua – A mysterious explosion that rocked Nicaragua's crowded capital Managua, creating a large crater, appears to have been caused by a meteorite, officials said Sunday.

‘Asexual’ unveils darker aspects of female sexuality

When Hollander saw Lars Von Trier’s latest film, the controversial “Nymphomaniac,” the story moved her to create a series of collages. Entitled “Asexual,” the exhibit is now on display in the lobby of Cine Magaly.

Grassroots website compiles businesses in Arenal

The Ferrises’ project addresses a common problem in Costa Rica, especially outside the Central Valley: Small businesses are often hard for foreigners to find online, even businesses geared toward tourists and travelers.

Genetically modified coffee could be just around the corner

A consortium of scientists announced Thursday in Science that they've sequenced the coffee genome for the first time. By determining all of the genes that make up robusta coffee, a plant variety that accounts for about one-third of the world's consumption, they've opened the door to better breeding practices and even genetic engineering.

Costa Rica takes on Panama on Sunday afternoon for a spot in the Central America Cup championship

Costa Rica is a victory away from their 6th straight trip to the Central America Cup final. The team takes on Panama at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Cotton Bowl in sunny Dallas, Texas.

Panama Canal expansion dredges up historical treasures

Panama Canal expansion work has uncovered an unexpected trove of archeological and paleontological treasures, scientists said, as the massive construction project winds down. Workers...

‘Gran Final’ tournament to draw diehard rugby fans, young novices

This weekend, the Rugby Federation hosts its “Gran Final” between El Universitarios Club de Rugby (UCRugby) and Stag Rugby Football Club, based in San José. This final match will determine who wins this year’s National Championship.

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