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Alcaraz Suffers First 2026 Loss As Medvedev Powers Into Indian Wells Final

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The win snapped the world number one's 16-match winning streak and set up a final against Jannik Sinner, who earlier beat Alexander Zverev 6-2,...
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Miami Open 2026 Qualifying Starts Today at Hard Rock Stadium

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The 2026 Miami Open presented by Itaú begins today at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, with qualifying rounds scheduled for March 15...
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Latin America

US Flag Flies Again at Caracas Embassy After Seven Years

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The United States raised its flag over the embassy in Caracas on Saturday for the first time in seven years.U.S. Charge d'Affaires Laura Dogu...
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Expat Living

New Prepaid Card Lets Costa Ricans Pay Bus and Train Fares Without a Bank Account

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The Banco Central de Costa Rica presented the Monedero SINPE-TP this month. This prepaid contactless card lets people pay for rides on buses and...
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Costa Rica Faces US Investigation Over Forced Labor

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The United States government announced this week that it started an investigation into Costa Rica and nearly 60 other economies. The review centers on...
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Sabalenka and Rybakina Set Up Blockbuster Indian Wells Final

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Belarusian star Aryna Sabalenka and Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina advanced Friday to the final of the WTA 1000 tournament at Indian Wells, setting up another...
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After Nearly Six Years, New Bridge Replaces Bailey at Osa on Ruta 34

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Construction begins in May on the new bridge over the Río Coronado at Coronado de Osa on the Costanera Sur highway. Heavy rains in...
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Cuba

Cuba Confirms US Talks as Political Prisoner Releases Begin

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Cuba confirmed on Friday that it is holding talks with the United States, while beginning the release of political prisoners as part of an...
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Latin America

Panama Pushes Chinese Carrier COSCO to Restart Pacific Port Services

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Panama’s government asked Chinese shipping giant COSCO Shipping to reconsider its suspension of operations at the Balboa port at the Pacific entrance to the...
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Expat Living

Costa Rica Wildlife Encounters at Home

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One of Costa Rica's main attractions is our plentiful wildlife. Tourists come to see monkeys, sloths, toucans and more in their natural habitats. But...
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Homeless Numbers in Costa Rica Capital Rise 150 Percent Over Decade

The streets of Costa Rica’s capital have, unfortunately, become a home for hundreds of people who, for various reasons, have ended up living on...
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San José Central Park Faces Overhaul with Significant Updates

San José’s historic Central Park stands ready for significant updates. The Municipality of San José presented plans to add a café under the bandstand...
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Travel and Leisure Says Costa Rica Is a Top Trip for Travelers in Their 30s

Travel + Leisure has put Costa Rica at No. 7 on its new list of the best trips to take in your 30s, highlighting...
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Jannik Sinner claims first Indian Wells crown after beating Daniil Medvedev

Jannik Sinner won the Indian Wells title on Sunday, beating Daniil Medvedev 7-6(6), 7-6(4) in a tightly contested final that confirmed his growing hold...
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