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Environment Battered by Shakes, Dustups

The year began with one of the worst natural disasters in almost two decades. A 6.2 magnitude earthquake – that became known as the “Cinchona...

Adiós Presidente

This week, Costa Rica bid farewell to its 40th president with a three-day period of mourning, flags at half-mast and a crowded service at...

Great Expectations for Holiday Gifts, Decorations

Conjuring up Christmas-card images of snow-covered hillsides and sleigh rides can be challenging when, just outside your window, palm fronds sway in the warm...

Lines in the Sand

PLAYA GRANDE – The four kilometer stretch of beach along the Pacific shore here is nearly empty most hours of the day. On a...

Turtle-lovers protest bill to downgrade Costa Rica’s leatherback park

With the help of a police escort, about 100 protesters closed down two lanes of traffic on San José´s Avenida Segunda on Monday afternoon...

Biologist Advises Government on Oceans

Georgina Bustamante has worked for over 30 years as a marine biologist and marine conservation consultant. She has authored books and papers on marine...

Costa Rica and Capital City Boast New Online Maps

After several months of work, the National Tourism Chamber (CANATUR) has unveiled two new digital maps of Costa Rica with the hope of providing...

New Rules for Marine Protected Areas Defined

More than 10 years ago, Costa Rica passed the Biodiversity Law to better protect its rich wildlife and regulate the responsible use of its...

Costa Rica Replete With Geothermal Hot Spots

Fifth in a Series on Energy in Costa Rica   Costa Rica is red hot with spots to generate geothermal energy (see map). Thanks to a landscape...

Costa Rica and capital city boast new detailed maps

After several months of work, the National Tourism Chamber (CANATUR) has unveiled two new digital maps of Costa Rica with the hope of providing...

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Criminal Group Targets Costa Rica’s Tourism in Guanacaste

A criminal group is extorting small and medium-sized tourism businesses in Brasilito and Potrero, demanding weekly payments of $150 to $1,500 (₡75,000 to ₡750,000)...

Former Panama President Claims Political Enemies Planned Assassination Plot

Former Panamanian president Ricardo Martinelli assured on Friday that his political enemies intended to kill him once he departed for Nicaragua, in whose embassy...

Costa Rica Faces Trade Uncertainty as Trump’s Tariffs Take Effect

The United States, under President Donald Trump, has imposed a new 10% tariff on all imports, including goods from Costa Rica, effective April 5,...

Costa Rica Cracks Down on Dangerous Poás Volcano Illegal Tours

Costa Rica Park officials are hearing reports of companies using social media to offer illegal tours to Poás Volcano through unauthorized routes, despite the...

Costa Rica Closes Case on American Teen’s Death Due to Carbon Monoxide

Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, died from lethal exposure to carbon monoxide fumes while vacationing with...
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