A Mexican marine biologist with decades of experience studying sharks faced a life-threatening encounter in September when a Galapagos shark clamped down on his head during a tagging operation near Cocos Island. Mauricio Hoyos, 48, emerged from the ordeal with serious injuries but a firm resolve to continue his work—and even a desire to cross …
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I once spent nine months on an off-the-grid farm about an hour south of San Isidro del General. Located near a river and along a high, lonely ridge in the foothills of the Talamanca/Chirripó range, it was a rough six-kilometer uphill drive from the old Pan-Am Highway. The final kilometer featured two rustic gates to …
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Panamanian authorities seized nearly 12 tons of cocaine from a vessel in the Pacific Ocean, marking one of the country’s largest drug busts in recent years. The operation targeted a ship heading toward Mexico and ultimately the United States, with the drugs originating from Colombia. Officials discovered the haul aboard the boat near San Miguel …
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Organizers of the Envision Festival have revealed plans for the 2026 event, set for February 23 to March 2 in Uvita. The gathering will feature a reduced capacity to foster a more personal atmosphere, along with fresh efforts to boost sustainability and attendee comfort. The festival, known for blending music, art, wellness, and environmental action, …
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A new report paints a stark picture of organized crime tightening its hold on Costa Rica. The 2025 Global Organized Crime Index shows our country’s criminality score climbing to 5.90, placing it 58th out of 193 nations worldwide and 13th among 35 in the Americas. This marks a notable jump from prior assessments, driven by …
Eco Innovation Group has released a detailed redevelopment plan for Limón, aiming to turn the Caribbean city into a key economic center for Costa Rica. The company, in partnership with WRA Holdings, outlined the initiative as part of a proposed merger that could bring major infrastructure changes to the region. The plan focuses on building …
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Electric vehicles hit a milestone in Costa Rica last month, claiming over a quarter of all new vehicle registrations for the first time. Data released at the International Electric Mobility Congress shows that 25.6% of new vehicles in October were electric, marking the highest share on record. The figures come from the Costa Rican Electric …
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Everyone needs ready themselves for rough weather as the third cold front of the season moves in. The National Meteorological Institute (IMN) states that this front reaches the Caribbean Sea early this week, causing stronger winds and more rain in multiple regions. The cold front arrives today, bringing rainy conditions to the Caribbean, the North …
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Bulgarian tennis star Grigor Dimitrov and Mexican actress Eiza Gonzalez shared a tender moment under a cascading waterfall in Costa Rica this week, capturing the attention of fans on social media. The couple, who have dated since April, posted photos from their off-season escape, showing them close together in the clear waters of Oropendola Waterfall …
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Drivers on Route 32 face more uncertainty today as the Ministry of Public Works and Transportation (MOPT) holds off on announcing when the key highway to the Caribbean coast will reopen. The road has sat closed after heavy rains triggered a major landslide near kilometer 31 in the Zurquí sector. The closure started when falling …
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