Costa Rica has said it supports hemp production, but has expressed reservations with cannabis, claiming it would need to create mechanisms to prevent its recreational use.

Business

WhatsApp stresses privacy as users flock to rivals

The Tico Times - January 13, 2021

WhatsApp on Tuesday reassured users about privacy at the Facebook-owned messaging service as people flocked to rivals Telegram and Signal following a tweak to its terms.

Business

Costa Rica seeks path to legalize medical marijuana

The Tico Times - December 8, 2020

Costa Rica could tap into a market worth billions of dollars by legalizing hemp and medical marijuana.

Pic of the Day

Today is stressful. Let’s see pictures of your pets

Alejandro Zúñiga - November 3, 2020

If you're invested in the U.S. elections, or if you have loved ones in Nicaragua or Honduras, today may be quite stressful.

Covid 19 Updates

Understanding Costa Rica’s new coronavirus measures

Alejandro Zúñiga - July 29, 2020

We're really confused, you guys.

Expat & Retirement Living

28 Tips on Moving to Costa Rica

The Tico Times - November 9, 2019

Moving to Costa Rica can be a challenge, and some precautions should be taken to avoid having negative experiences in this wonderful country.

La Sele

¡Grande! Ticas advance to qualifying tournament for 2020 Olympics

Alejandro Zúñiga - October 9, 2019

Costa Rica has appeared in a FIFA Women’s World Cup (2015) but has never qualified for an Olympic Games.

Costa Rica

Heavy rains cause flooding in Ostional, Guanacaste

Alejandro Zúñiga - September 26, 2019

Heavy rains Tuesday and Wednesday caused the Ostional River to flood, impacting the small beach town and nearby villages.