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...
Teamwork feeds 800 indigenous Costa Rica students
According to United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the number of undernourished people in the world continued to rise in 2021. Between 720-811...
Costa Rica celebrates Afro-Descendants’ Month
August has been recognized as the Historic Month of Afro-descendants in Costa Rica since 2018. This acknowledgment highlights the contribution of the Afro-descendant culture...
Ngäbe indigenous population receives training and certification from the University of Costa Rica
The Ngäbe indigenous population received a certificate after training from the University of Costa Rica in first aid and infectious diseases. The 15 trained...
Bishop of Tilarán-Liberia asks La Negrita to intercede for the people of Nicaragua
Monsignor Manuel Eugenio Salazar condemned the recent expulsion from Nicaragua of the Missionaries of Mother Teresa of Calcutta and prayed for the Nicaraguan people...
Finding La Negrita in Costa Rica: A Story of Coming Home
Columnist Natasha Gordon-Chipembere explores the history of Costa Rica's beloved La Negrita and her role in Afro-Costa RIcan history.
Costa Rica’s Plan for Waste Management during La Romería
Costa Rica’s traditional Romería is one of the most awaited and enjoyed events. After two years of the pandemic, thousands of Catholics walk to...
Costa Rica Rock n Roll History Lesson: The legacy of Anestesia Local
For anyone willing to listen, Costa Rica has enjoyed a dynamic history when it comes to its original pop/rock bands and this subculture has...
La Romería in Costa Rica: From 1635 to Now
On the morning of Aug. 2, 1635, a young indigenous girl named Juana Pereira went to collect firewood as she did every morning. She...
Costa Rica International Book Fair returns
After two years of virtually hosting the International Book Fair due to the pandemic, the 2022 event will be held at the Costa Rica...
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Guatemala Journalist Indicted on Money Laundering Charges
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A Guatemalan judge ruled Tuesday to open a criminal trial for money laundering against journalist José Rubén Zamora, head of the newspaper El Periódico,...
Costa Ricans show their support for La Sele in U-20 World Cup Debut
The U-20 Women's World Cup kicked off today in Costa Rica, and the Ticos were present to support La Sele.
Hosting, a World Cup, is...
How to Avoid Snake Bites in your Garden or Yard
Just the mention of snakes makes most of us squirm with a bit of fear, and seeing one face-to-face can push the panic button....
