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UN Calls for Protection of Costa Rica’s Indigenous People’s Rights

The United Nations (UN) issued a statement calling for respect for the rights of indigenous people. August 9 is the International Day of the...

Costa Rican Legislative Assembly to Prioritize Human Rights

The Legislative Commission on Human Rights will focus on implementing the recommendations international organizations have made to Costa Rica in this area. It is...

One year ago today, Costa Rica legalized same-sex marriage

A year ago today, Costa Rica became the first country in Central America, seventh in Latin America and 29th worldwide to legalize same-sex marriage.

Rule of law deteriorating in Nicaragua: UN rights chief

The rule of law is deteriorating in Nicaragua ahead of November's general elections

Gay rights progress, but same-sex relations still a crime in 69 states: report

Despite significant progress on gay rights around the world, dozens of countries still criminalise consensual same-sex activity.

Pandemic inflames violence against women, UN data show

In July, the UN estimated that six months of restrictions could result in 31 million additional cases of sexual violence in the world and seven million unwanted pregnancies.

Central American LGBTI migrants find refuge in Costa Rica

Costa Rica has adhered to the conventions that ensure respect for refugees and LGBTI people

Picture of the Day: Midnight wedding welcomes age of marriage equality in Costa Rica

Moments after Costa Rica recognized marriage equality, Daritza Araya Arguedas, 24, and Alexandra Quirós Castillo, 29, became the first same-sex couple to marry in the Central American country. 

‘Costa Rica recognizes the rights you always deserved’: President Alvarado’s message on marriage equality

Costa Rican President Carlos Alvarado, who supported same-sex marriage during his candidacy and marched during the 2019 pride parade in San José, shared a lengthy message of support for marriage equality.

Costa Rica becomes first Central American country to legalize same-sex marriage

Costa Rica has become the first Central American country to legalize same-sex marriage.
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Costa Rica Warns Wildlife Trafficking Is Becoming Organized Crime

Costa Rica’s environmental prosecutors are warning that wildlife trafficking is no longer just a scattered problem of people capturing animals for pets or private...

Costa Rica’s Palo Verde National Park Reopens After Wildfire

Palo Verde is also known for its ecological importance beyond tourism. Its wetlands cover about half of the park and form part of a...

Latin American Tennis Players to Watch as Wimbledon 2026 Begins

Wimbledon begins Monday with Latin America carrying one of its strongest grass-court storylines in years, led by Brazil’s João Fonseca, Argentina’s Francisco Cerúndolo and...

Costa Rica’s Small Hotels Face a New Era as Big Chains Expand

Drive the coastal corridor near Liberia's airport today and you'll pass a Four Seasons, a Westin, an Andaz, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, and a Planet...