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Costa Rica’s Chaves Calls Immunity Case a Political Lynching

Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves said Friday he is the victim of a “shameless political lynching” during an appearance before a legislative committee that...

Uber Drivers in Costa Rica Join Union for Labor Rights and Benefits

A growing number of Uber drivers here have affiliated with the Union of Public and Private Employees (SIFUP) to press a collective claim...

Group Unveils Vision to Upgrade Limón Costa Rica

Eco Innovation Group has released a detailed redevelopment plan for Limón, aiming to turn the Caribbean city into a key economic center for Costa...

Costa Rica Tops Latin America in Electric Vehicle Adoption

Electric vehicles hit a milestone in Costa Rica last month, claiming over a quarter of all new vehicle registrations for the first time. Data...

Costa Rica Braces for Third Cold Front with Rain and Winds Expected

Everyone needs ready themselves for rough weather as the third cold front of the season moves in. The National Meteorological Institute (IMN) states that...

Amazon Bazaar App Launches in Costa Rica with Products Under $10

Amazon rolled out its new Amazon Bazaar app here in Costa Rica giving shoppers access to thousands of low-cost products in fashion, home goods,...

Costa Rica Introduces Specialized Driving Tests for 2026 Licenses

Costa Rica's government has introduced a major update to the driver's licensing process, requiring specialized theoretical exams based on vehicle type starting next year....

Costa Rica’s PLP Confirms Campaign Continues as Feinzaig Recovers

Eliécer Feinzaig, presidential candidate and congressman for the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP), was discharged from San José’s Hospital Metropolitano on Friday, one week after...

Spine-Tingling Costa Rican Folklore Tales

Some of these legends pack a frightening punch; other tales are downright wacky (i.e. el Macho Chingo).

Costa Rica Democracy Under Threat from Chaves-TSE Conflict

President Rodrigo Chaves has intensified his public feud with the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE), drawing sharp rebukes from its leadership and raising alarms about...
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Nicaragua moves 40 political prisoners to house arrest amid US pressure

The Nicaraguan government placed 40 political prisoners under house arrest on Saturday, at a time when pressure from the United States is mounting against...

EU to Send First Observer Mission for Costa Rica’s 2026 Elections

The European Union has agreed to send an observer mission to monitor the country's national elections for the first time, marking a new step...

Costa Rica and US Seize 4.4 Tons of Cocaine in Pacific Operation

Costa Rican and U.S. authorities completed a joint maritime operation that led to the seizure of 4.4 tons of cocaine, dealing a substantial hit...

Kyrgios Eyes Australian Open Return with Kooyong Classic Entry

Nick Kyrgios has given his strongest hint yet of a full-scale return to competitive tennis by entering the Kooyong Classic, a key warm-up ahead...