Costa Rica’s long been the poster child for green living, but lately, it’s grappling with a surge in environmental crimes that’s got folks talking. From hacked-down forests to trafficked wildlife, these “ecocides” are pushing the country to rethink its game plan—and local leaders are calling for tougher laws to match. Here’s the scoop on what’s …
Travelers eyeing a spring break getaway can now book one-way award flights to Costa Rica starting at 7,500 miles, thanks to a deal uncovered from several U.S. cities to Liberia (LIR). With travel dates spanning March and April, the offer targets a destination known for its beaches, jungles, and outdoor activities. The flights depart from …
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Costa Rica, a tropical volcanic paradise, offers a vast array of fruits and vegetables, yet the centerpiece remains the sacred food of the Maya, Inca, and Aztecs: corn. In this article, we explore its ancient origins, cultural evolution, and a modern twist on a traditional Costa Rican dish. Historical Significance and Cultural Roots Corn is …
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“We have no money”: 65 migrants deported from the United States in February, mostly Asians, are desperately searching in Panama’s capital for a country that will take them in within three months.They are part of a group of 112 migrants, of the 299 sent to Panama by Donald Trump’s government, authorized to temporarily leave the …
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Hundreds of women, joined by children, adults, and seniors, flooded the streets of San José on Saturday to mark International Women’s Day, demanding equality, justice, and an end to the escalating gender-based violence plaguing the nation. The rally, which began at 1 p.m. in Central Park and proceeded along Second Avenue to Plaza de la …
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The President of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, announced this Saturday the closure of the country’s only pet hospital, which was created with funds from a Bitcoin trust. The Chivo Pets veterinary hospital, opened in February 2022 by the government, will be closed following a case of negligence in which dogs suffered mistreatment and abandonment at …
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Ever had a peaceful night’s sleep shattered by a noisy animal? If you have lived for any amount of time in Costa Rica, your answer is likely a resounding Yes! If you are like me, you may have tossed and turned in bed while fantasizing about throttling the owner of said animal. You may have …
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Violence against women in Costa Rica has surged to alarming levels in 2025. As of February 26, the Judicial Branch’s Observatory on Gender Violence Against Women reported 10 femicides—killings of women motivated by gender—marking a sharp rise from previous years. These figures underscore a growing crisis and highlight the state’s apparent inaction in ensuring women’s …
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Costa Rica is confronting an escalating security crisis as murders climb year after year, with contract killings increasingly shattering the nation’s reputation for peace. In response, the Security and Drug Trafficking Commission of the Legislative Assembly has approved Bill 24.137, a measure to ban two people from riding together on motorcycles in high-crime zones. The …
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There’s always room for improvement. I can confidently say that I am better at wildlife monitoring using camera traps than I was five years ago, but that’s just the result of many small increases in competency over a long period of time. One of the things I’ve been trying to improve upon lately is allowing …
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