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Legislative assembly president bikes to Costa Rica’s inauguration ceremony

President Carlos Alvarado, who rode to the ceremony in a hydrogen-fueled bus, was escorted by a team of cyclists.

PHOTOS: Carlos Alvarado is sworn in as Costa Rica’s 48th president

Alvarado discussed climate change mitigation, job creation, and tax reform in his inaugural address.

Costa Rica prepares for presidential inauguration in downtown San José

While May 8 is not a national holiday, josefinos should plan as if it were one:

Evangelicals make up quarter of Costa Rica’s new assembly

The Legislative Assembly taking office today is unlike any other in Costa Rican history.

Our chat with Epsy Campbell, Costa Rica’s vice president-elect

The Tico Times sat down with the vice president-elect to discuss inequality, corruption and what she calls Costa Rica's new opportunity.

President-elect unveils gender-balanced, multi-party Cabinet in Costa Rica

The Cabinet includes more women than any in Costa Rican history: 14 women ministers and 11 men.

Watch Carlos Alvarado and Justin Trudeau’s first conversation

The two leaders discussed climate change, education, and the band Rush.
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Costa Rica to Launch Online Driver’s License Renewal Service in October

Starting October 2025, renewing or replacing a driver’s license in Costa Rica will be as simple as a few clicks, thanks to a new...

Veteran’s Failed Hijacking of Tropic Air Cessna in Belize

An United States citizen armed with a knife attempted to hijack a small plane in Belize this Thursday but was shot dead by a...

Easter Weekend in Costa Rica: Traditions, Beaches, and Pura Vida

As someone who is rooted in San José, I’ve watched Semana Santa bring Costa Rica to life each year, and this Easter Weekend is...