I think one of the aspects of my personality that has allowed me to successfully live in rural Guanacaste all these years is that I’m quite adaptable. I can get used to just about anything. I was discussing this personality trait with my wife the other day using an anecdote that she decided was ‘off …
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The center-right Rodrigo Paz was sworn in Saturday as president of Bolivia with a promise that the country would “never again” be “isolated” from the world, and he announced the restoration of diplomatic relations with the United States, a political shift after 20 years of left-wing governments. Paz, 58, the son of former president Jaime …
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A moderate earthquake struck off the coast of El Salvador on Saturday evening, sending tremors through several areas but leaving no immediate reports of injuries or structural damage. The quake registered at magnitude 5.3 according to El Salvador’s Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (MARN), with its epicenter located about 33 kilometers south of Puerto …
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Travelers in Costa Rica can breathe easier as local airports report normal operations despite the chaos gripping air travel in the United States. The ongoing U.S. government shutdown has forced federal aviation authorities to slash flights at dozens of major American hubs, leading to thousands of delays and cancellations across the country. Yet, direct flights …
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A young margay wandered into a residential backyard here, prompting a swift rescue by environmental officials who found the wildcat in an oddly calm state. The incident unfolded on November 5 when a local resident noticed the small feline resting on a low branch in their yard. Concerned about potential risks to a child or …
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Amazon rolled out its new Amazon Bazaar app here in Costa Rica giving shoppers access to thousands of low-cost products in fashion, home goods, and lifestyle categories. The standalone app, now live on Android and iOS devices, targets budget-conscious consumers with most items priced under ₡5,000, or about $9. Some products start as low as …
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The trial scheduled for next week of former Panamanian presidents Ricardo Martinelli and Juan Carlos Varela over the alleged receipt of bribes from Brazilian construction firm Odebrecht was postponed again due to delays in legal procedures, the Judicial Branch reported Friday. This is the fifth postponement of the trial against Martinelli, who has asylum in …
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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has committed to year-round flights between Amsterdam and San José for 2026, adding five weekly services that promise to draw more European visitors to the country’s beaches and rainforests. The airline plans to operate the route using Boeing 787 aircraft, with arrivals in San Jose set for 5:10 p.m. and departures …
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Drivers heading to Limón face disruptions this weekend as Route 32 remains shut down for critical safety work. The Ministry of Public Works and Transportation (MOPT) has extended the closure until at least Monday, November 10, to remove a hazardous boulder threatening the roadway. The problem started on Monday, November 3, when officials closed the …
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Costa Rica’s government has introduced a major update to the driver’s licensing process, requiring specialized theoretical exams based on vehicle type starting next year. The Ministry of Public Works and Transport announced the shift this week, aiming to sharpen driver skills and cut down on road accidents. From March 2, 2026, applicants for a Class …
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