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Panama Rebuffs Trump’s Threats to Reclaim Canal Control

The President of Panama, José Raúl Mulino, rejected the threats made by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump about retaking control of the Panama Canal. "The...

Inter-American Court Rules Against El Salvador in Historic Abortion Case

The Inter-American Court of Human Rights condemned El Salvador this Friday for denying an abortion in 2013 to a woman, publicly known as Beatriz,...

Guatemala Rescues 160 Children From Religious Group Amid Abuse Claims

Guatemalan authorities rescued 160 children this Friday from a property belonging to the Lev Tahor sect, an ultra-orthodox Jewish group under investigation for alleged...

El Salvador Abandons Bukele’s Bitcoin Dream as Chivo Wallet Faces Shutdown

El Salvador will privatize or close the cryptocurrency wallet "Chivo" created by President Nayib Bukele when he made bitcoin legal tender in 2021, an...

US-Panama Deal Cuts Darién Crossings by 41% Amid Policy Change

The treacherous Darién jungle, a crucial corridor between Colombia and Panama for migrants heading to the United States, has seen a significant decrease in...

Amnesty Report Reveals Mass Detentions and Torture in Nicaragua

Amnesty International (AI) stated this Tuesday that no one is safe in Nicaragua from the "repressive model" imposed by Daniel Ortega's government, which threatens...
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A closer look at a Costa Rica New Year’s Tradition

Costa Ricans are fond of Santa Lucía flowers and have an interesting tradition of bestowing bouquets of these flowers to friends during the New Year to ensure prosperity.

Lost Legacy Behind Latin America’s Favorite New Year Song

One of the classic New Year's songs for our part of the world is called 'El Año Viejo'. If you have your radio tuned...

A Guide to Litigation in Costa Rica

The Costa Rican legal system offers a robust framework for resolving disputes, reflecting our country’s dedication to justice and the rule of law. Whether...