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What is killing the young men of Cañas?

Kidney disease has become a leading cause of death for Central American farmworkers. But the only thing scientists know for sure is that the situation is getting worse.

Annexation of Guanacaste celebration, protesting come around again

On July 25, 1824, Costa Rica’s annexation of Guanacaste became official. In 1848, the territory officially became a Costa Rican province with four cantons: Nicoya, Santa Cruz, Bagaces and Cañas. Today, Guanacaste has 11 cantons.

Venezuelan president, accused of electoral fraud, finds backing abroad

Brazil's Rousseff: "I'm sure that with President Maduro, I will have the same high-level relationship that I had with President Chávez."

Nation celebrates Guanacaste’s Annexation

Ticos commemorated the region’s decision to join Costa Rica.

Tax hikes send Tico farmers to the streets

Farmer organizations announce protests for July 31 in San José.

The kindest hotel owner in Costa Rica

Rancho Armadillo owner Rick Vogel will make you a piña colada and do your dishes.

Could the Cocos Island pact happen?

Sea Shepherd Captain likely to return to Costa Rica.

Will Sea Shepherd’s Watson strike a deal to face Costa Rica charges?

Costa Rican officials announced Tuesday that Paul Watson may voluntarily return to Costa Rica to face charges of attempted shipwrecking and endangerment at sea.

Ex-President Figueres helping Haiti

Former Costa Rican President José María Figueres (1994-1998) tells The Tico Times what can assist Haiti’s recovery.

Citizen Journalism Democratizes Free Press

SAN JOSÉ, Costa Rica – “I have a problem with Facebook. It says it won’t allow more than 5,000 friends,” reads a recent update...

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Panama Faces Pivotal Presidential Election Amidst Controversy

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Unveiling the Magic of Comic Con Costa Rica 2024

Since its opening, Comic Con Costa Rica has drawn thousands to the Convention Center, immersing them in the world of comics, anime, movies, and...

Intego Clinical Announced Latin American Expansion into Costa Rica with New Office

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Costa Rica May Gardening: Tips and Tricks for a Bountiful Harvest

May is perhaps the most important gardening month of the year in Costa Rica. Farmers across the country are planting their crops this month,...
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