Costa Rican Foreign Minister Manuel Tovar expressed concern Thursday over the “significant presence of Russian military personnel” in Nicaragua, during an interview in Paris...

Costa Rica Crowns New Miss Universe Representative Tonight

Tico Times - June 5, 2026

Tonight, under the lights of one of San José's premier venues, a new queen will be crowned to represent Costa Rica at the Miss...

6 Things to Know as the 2026 World Cup Kicks Off Without Costa Rica

Tico Times - June 5, 2026

The biggest World Cup in history begins next Thursday, June 11, when Mexico hosts South Africa at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City to open...

Costa Rica to Hold Sixth National Ocean Cleanup This Saturday

Tico Times - June 5, 2026

Costa Rica will hold its sixth National Ocean Cleanup this Saturday, June 6, bringing volunteers together at dozens of beaches, rivers and community sites...

Costa Rica Under Green Alert as Heavy Rains Raise Flood and Landslide Risk

Tico Times - June 5, 2026

Costa Rica has been placed under a nationwide green alert as authorities warn of heavier rains, saturated soils, and a growing risk of flooding...

Costa Rica’s Beach Access Fight Ends in Police Confrontation

Tico Times - June 5, 2026

Garabito’s long-running fight with Punta Leona over public access to Playa Blanca turned into a physical confrontation Thursday, when municipal crews removed an access...

That Shell on a Costa Rica Beach Could Cost You Thousands

Tico Times - June 4, 2026

It looks innocent enough. A beautiful spiral shell sitting on the sand, worn smooth by the waves, glinting in the afternoon light. The instinct...

Costa Rica Included in U.S. Forced Labor Tariff Proposal

Tico Times - June 4, 2026

The Trump administration fired its latest trade salvo this week, announcing proposed tariffs of up to 12.5% on imports from 60 economies following a...