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Local Restaurant Wars Show Costa Rica Business Reality

Competition is good, right? It is arguably what most drives the capitalist system. An open marketplace of goods and services, for the buyer to...

Costa Rica Grapples with Rural Gentrification and Property Prices

A recent National University (UNA) survey reveals that 86.8% of Costa Ricans believe foreign residents are appropriating coastal properties. The study found that 76.9%...

Costa Rica Studio Wimblu Explores Language Through Art and Film

Wimblu, a creative documentary studio formed by three Costa Ricans, is set to host several events in anticipation of the release of the ninth...

Pope Francis Names Costa Rican Coffee Best in the World

Pope Francis chose Costa Rican coffee. During the traditional Wednesday audience in Vatican City, the head of the Catholic Church expressed his appreciation for...

When Bocas del Toro, Panama was part of Costa Rica

Look closely at this mid-1800s map of Costa Rica, and you might spot some major differences. 

Is Costa Rica the New Hotspot for Celebrity Vacations and Special Occasions?

Several celebrities have decided to come to Costa Rica for the holidays. Gal Gadot, Shawn Mendes, and Gisele Bündchen chose the sun, beaches, and...

Costa Rican Traditions Promise Prosperity in the New Year 

If your ship didn’t come in this year, don’t despair. There’s always next year – and the eve of a new year might be...

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.
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Panamanian Judiciary Moves to Prevent US Troops in Canal Zone

A citizens’ coalition on Wednesday asked Panama’s Supreme Court to declare “unconstitutional” a controversial agreement signed last week that allows the United States to...

Costa Rica Reports Sharp Dengue Decline, Urges Vigilance

Dengue cases in Costa Rica have plummeted in early 2025, with the Ministry of Health reporting 1,802 cases as of March 23, a 69.5%...

Costa Rican Bank Faces Money Laundering Probe Over $100M Transactions

Authorities in Costa Rica and Panama are investigating a Costa Rican bank for alleged money laundering and tax evasion involving over $100 million in...