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The Tico Times - July 15, 2026

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How Container Plants in Costa Rica Beautify the Home Naturally

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RIP, Harry Belafonte: Iconic Singer and Activist Dies at 96

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Space Tico: Costa Rica’s Mauricio Hess Tells his NASA/JPL Story

Costa Rica’s CCSS Board Paralysis Leaves Health Decisions in Limbo

The Tico Times - July 15, 2026

The board of directors of the Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS), the institution that runs Costa Rica's public health and pension systems, has...

How Container Plants in Costa Rica Beautify the Home Naturally

Tico Times - July 2, 2023

When I think about potted plants, a fond memory comes to mind from the days when I first arrived in Costa Rica. I was...

RIP, Harry Belafonte: Iconic Singer and Activist Dies at 96

Tico Times - April 25, 2023

Harry Belafonte, the superstar entertainer who introduced a Caribbean flair to mainstream US music and became well known for his deep personal investment in...

Space Tico: Costa Rica’s Mauricio Hess Tells his NASA/JPL Story

Bruce Callow - October 11, 2022

Mauricio Hess is from Moravia, San Jose and works at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). In this interview he talks about his work and...

Want to Grow Your Own Chocolate in Costa Rica?

Tico Times - October 11, 2022

Would you like to have a chocolate tree right in your own back yard? In Costa Rica, it’s easy, particularly if you live in...

Costa Rica Food and the Local Specialty – Chicharrones

Sarah Jordan - June 6, 2022

Taking pleasure in the simpler things that bring a bit of comfort and happiness is a way of life in Costa Rica. One thing...

Homegrown Cas for a Delicious Costa Rica Fruit Drink

Ed Bernhardt - June 5, 2022

Many sodas (mom-and-pop cafés) and homes around Costa Rica serve a natural fruit drink called fresco de cas. The cas fruit is blended with...

What are the 5 Best Costa Rican Foods to have During Rainy Season

Tico Times - May 28, 2022

The rains have touched down in Costa Rica and the season is upon us. Whether the cloudy afternoon skies or the downpours throughout some...

Why is the Cost of Living so high in Costa Rica?

CHoward - May 26, 2022

The cost of living in Costa Rica seems prohibitive to many people, in particular expats form north North America who have a fixed income...

President of the Costa Rican Social Security Fund pledges to strengthen it

Ileana Fernandez - May 11, 2022

Alvaro Ramos was appointed as executive president of the Costa Rican Social Security Fund. On May 9, Dr. Román Macaya, who served as executive...

Is It Good for Kids to Drink Coffee?

Coffee Guru - April 29, 2022

If you’re a parent of a preteen or teenager, you probably know how hectic and stressful their schedules can get. As your kid moves...

Delizia: The Art of Fine Wine in Costa Rica

Coldplay will play before a capacity crowd in Costa Rica

The Tico Times - March 16, 2022

The biggest concert of the year is about to happen this Friday, March 18 and anticipation is growing with the arrival of 3 of...

A Recipe for Making Costa Rica Inspired Ceviche

Tico Times - March 12, 2022

Anyone who has visited Latin America knows that people throughout these lands pride themselves on an amazing dish made of marinated raw fish, seafood...