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From the Weeping Woman to the Naked Gringo: Costa Rica’s spookiest folklore

The Tico Times - October 30, 2024

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United Airlines Launches Direct San Francisco-Costa Rica Flight

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US Citizen Voters in Costa Rica and Elsewhere Outside of the United States are Doing Something Right

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Banana Production In Costa Rica: Another Perspective

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Impact of Dollar Exchange Rate on Costa Rica’s Economy in 2024

The exchange rate is a concern for all Costa Ricans and foreigners residing in or visiting the country. Its impact on the national economy...

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How to Buy a Used Car in Costa Rica: Tips and Personal Experience

Buying a used car in Costa Rica is a hit or miss proposition. The choices are endless, as can be the problems one encounters...

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Costa Rica’s Manuel Antonio National Park Faces Crisis

The Manuel Antonio National Park, located in Quepos, is one of the most visited places by national and international tourists. Its natural beauties make...

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Motorcyclist in Costa Rica Becomes Unexpected Hero in Fiery Escazú Crash

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A motorcyclist became an unexpected hero last Monday in Escazú, Costa Rica, when he rescued a driver from a burning car following a dangerous...

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Controversy Arises Over Pesticide Contamination Findings in Costa Rica

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The Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Victor Carvajal, discussed a study conducted by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) that detected more than 30...

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Meteorite Illuminates Costa Rican Sky

Costa Ricans witnessed a unique spectacle as a meteorite was seen at approximately 8:23 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21, from different areas of the...

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Costa Rica Gentrification and Large-Scale Tourism

In many ways, Costa Rica is a victim of its own success. Its beautiful beaches, abundant wildlife, and stable democracy have made it an...

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Panama Announces 5000 Dollar Fines For Darien Jungle Migrants

Migrants entering Panama from Colombia through the Darién jungle, on their route to the United States, will be fined up to $5,000, said Panamanian...

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Costa Rica Traffic Crisis Paralyzes Daily Life Across The Country

Costa Rica faces severe road congestion issues. With outdated infrastructure, inadequate road safety education, few public transportation options, and political disinterest, it’s challenging for thousands of Costa Ricans to...

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