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Same-sex marriage now legal in 30 countries

In Latin America six countries allow same-sex marriages: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Uruguay and Costa Rica.

U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica raises pride flag

The U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica has raised a rainbow flag in commemoration of Pride Month.

Grindr Under Fire: There Are Better Gay-Friendly Dating Apps

Grindr is probably the world’s best-known social networking app for LGBTI people. It’s a global success story born from a simple idea – connecting...

Photos: Pride 2019 in San José, Costa Rica

Tens of thousands of people participated in Marcha de la Diversidad on Sunday afternoon throughout San José.

An afternoon with Frida Cartas

“No trans woman is privileged," she said. "We all suffer abuse in different ways. No one’s suffering is more or less valid."

‘Clerical error’ allows for same-sex couple to be wed in Costa Rica

The two women were able to get married thanks to a registration error, in which Elizondo had mistakenly been listed on her birth records as a man.

Government signs decrees improving LGBTQ rights in Costa Rica

President Carlos Alvarado said via his Twitter that "we are building a more just and egalitarian Costa Rica for all people."

Costa Rica’s high court: Same-sex marriage should be legal (someday)

Critics said the decision unnecessarily delays respect for marriage rights.

Inside Costa Rica’s Pride

Why this year's march was particularly important.

PHOTOS: Pride March in Costa Rica

Some of our favorite images from Sunday's march.

How Sean Miranda made history in Costa Rica

On Inauguration Day in May, Sean became the first transgender man to carry the Costa Rican flag at such an event.
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Costa Rica’s Pesticide Problem and the Beauty of Backyard Gardening

Isn’t it ironic that Costa Rica, our country famed throughout the world for its amazing flora and fauna, is also at or near the...

Costa Rica Dollar Supply Hits Record 20 Years After Colón Devaluations Ended

The dollar sits near ₡452 as Costa Rica marks 20 years since ending planned colón devaluations. Here's what is driving record dollar supply.

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...

Wha Happen? 13 Patois Phrases for Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast

Heading to Puerto Viejo or Cahuita? Learn 13 Mekatelyu phrases, from wha happen to mek wi go, before you go.