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Costa Rica Closes 150 Schools in a Decade as Enrollment Drops

The Ministry of Public Education (MEP) reports that 150 schools have shut their doors over the past 10 years, a direct result of falling...

Costa Rica Starts Pilot Program for Preschool Education

The Ministry of Public Education (MEP) has rolled out a pilot program that allows some three-year-old children to begin preschool this year. The move...

Netflix Raises Subscription Prices in Costa Rica

Netflix is increasing subscription prices in Costa Rica beginning March 7, raising monthly costs across all plans available here, according to a notice sent...

The Libertarian Case for Legalizing Drugs in Costa Rica

I have a friend who describes himself as an anarcho-capitalist libertarian. He believes in total individual freedom He calls speed bumps “Commie humps,” scoffs at speed limits,...

Costa Rican Hospital Climbs Ranks Among Latin America’s Best in 2026

A local private hospital has earned recognition in a major international ranking, placing it among Latin America's leading medical centers for specialized surgeries in...

Popeyes Unveils Biggest Outlet in Costa Rica at Santa Ana Trade Center

Popeyes launched its biggest outlet today marking a key step in its local growth. The new spot sits in the Santa Ana Trade Center...

Costa Rica Voted for Change Now It Must Decide What Kind

The people have spoken. Laura Fernandez is our new president. The next four years in Costa Rica will be interesting. As the handpicked successor...

Central Bank Phases Out Old Coins in Costa Rica

The Central Bank of Costa Rica has set a deadline for three older coin denominations to leave everyday use. Starting July 1, 2026, the...

Can a New Supermax Prison Slow Costa Rica’s Gang Violence

Last year I wrote an article suggesting that Costa Rica build a maximum security prison like the one in El Salvador. The idea was...

Don’t Let an Expired or Missing Costa Rican Cédula Keep You from the Polls

With national elections set for February 1, Costa Rican citizens face a final push to secure their identity cards before heading to the polls....
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Costa Rica Health Officials Trace Measles Cases to Youth Camp Exposure

Costa Rican health authorities are investigating suspected measles cases linked to an international youth camp that included foreign participants, as officials work to determine...

Costa Rica Closes Embassy in Cuba as Ties With Havana Collapse

Costa Rica on Wednesday closed its embassy in Havana and told Cuba to withdraw its diplomatic staff from San José, while allowing consular services...

British Airways Expands Costa Rica Flights From London

British Airways will increase its Costa Rica service from three to five weekly flights starting in October 2026, giving the country a larger nonstop...

Costa Rica Tourism Stays Strong Despite Exchange Rate Pressure

Costa Rica’s tourism is still drawing strong demand even as the exchange-rate debate continues to weigh on the industry. Fresh data released this week...