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Poet Luis Chaves wins coveted German artist residency

For the past two decades, Chaves’ career has grown exponentially. Now he is the first Costa Rican to be accepted to the Berliner Künstlerprogramm.

Costa Rica’s poet, Luis Chaves

I arrived nearly two hours early to the small campus of Veritas University to meet Luis Chaves. Although I didn't want to rush him, I decided to text him. Take your time, but I’m available when you’re ready. Chaves replied back almost immediately. He was on his way.

Poet Julieta Dobles Yzaguirre wins Magón Award

You could say that the Magón National Prize for Culture is kind of like the Pulitzer of Costa Rica. It's a national honor given to an exceptional artist or intellectual, and it celebrates an entire lifetime of cultural contributions. Described by the Culture Ministry as “the highest recognition awarded by the nation of Costa Rica,” this year’s Magón Prize went to 70-year-old poet Julieta Dobles Yzaguirre.
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Costa Rica’s Children’s Hospital ICU Is Full as Respiratory Viruses Spread

The ICU at Costa Rica's national children's hospital is full, with 18 children on ventilators. Here is how to protect your child.

Harry Kane Wins the Ballon d’Or, England’s First Winner in 25 Years

Harry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or in London after a 73-goal season for Bayern Munich and England, becoming the first English winner since 2001.

Costa Rica Artists Rally to Protect Montezuma Waterfall After Environmental Damage

Seventeen musicians have joined forces to defend one of Costa Rica's popular waterfalls, releasing a protest song after environmental authorities confirmed damage to protected...

Costa Rica Begins New Prison Transfer Phase as CACCO Opens to Inmates

Costa Rica was scheduled to begin moving prisoners into its new maximum-security facility today, marking the next step in the government's effort to tighten...