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Waste management ‘one of biggest environmental problems,’ Costa Rica says

The Costa Rican government on Wednesday called mis-handling of solid waste one of the biggest environmental problems facing the country today. 

In 2020, assaults decreased and fraud increased in Costa Rica

Costa Rica projects to close the year with 80,000 criminal complaints, a lower number than that registered in 2019, which accounted for more than 100,000.

News briefs: Costa Rica news highlights to start your Wednesday

We hope you're reading this with a delicious Costa Rican coffee or traditional gallo pinto. Here's the Costa Rica (and regional) news you should know on Wednesday, October 28.

Costa Rica expands vehicular restrictions, places much of GAM under orange alert

The National Emergency Commission (CNE) on Thursday placed much of Costa Rica's Greater Metropolitan Area under an orange alert and expanded the national vehicular restriction. 

Pandemic accelerates in the Americas amid catastrophic economic prospects

As many countries prepare to resuscitate their economies, the IMF warned that a possible second wave of infections could mean a worsening of the already bleak picture.

Costa Rica further easing restrictions, including more beach time

Costa Rica is further easing health measures that it established over recent months to slow the spread of the coronavirus. 

Costa Rica will resume soccer tournament next week

Matches will initially be played without spectators. Under Costa Rica's timeline for reopening, even small crowds won't be allowed at athletic events until mid-July. 

Playa Hermosa to inaugurate accessible beach project

International support will help turn Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste, into a beach accessible to all. 

Pura Vida in Costa Rica: Part 3 of 3

I’ve been reveling in the warmth of my recent trip to Costa Rica, and not just because of the heat and humidity.

Cocos Island earns worldwide ‘Blue Park’ distinction from Marine Conservation Institute

The distinction highlights the world's best protected places in the ocean and the people who care about them.

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