Costa Rica has earned a spot on the BBC’s list of the 20 best places to travel in 2026. The recognition comes as the country pushes forward with conservation projects and opens up remote areas to visitors who value nature and sustainability. The BBC’s selection focuses on destinations that balance tourism with environmental protection and …
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El Salvador’s president Nayib Bukele and billionaire Elon Musk announced Thursday an “alliance” to use Grok, the artificial intelligence system of social network X, in the country’s public schools. Bukele, highly popular for his war against gangs, is pushing changes to the educational system that include new rules on discipline and courtesy, as well as …
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Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny extended his stay in Costa Rica beyond his two electrifying concerts at the Estadio Nacional, turning his visit into a personal tour of the country’s landscapes and local spots. The artist, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, performed for over 110,000 fans across the weekend shows. He then …
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Costa Rica’s economy has seen a strong push from its medical device industry this year, which now stands as the country’s primary export category. Data from the Foreign Trade Promoter (Procomer) shows that goods exports totaled $19.028 million through October, a 16% rise compared to last year. Medical devices led this expansion with a 30% …
Honduran authorities moved forward with an international arrest warrant against former President Juan Orlando Hernández on Monday, days after U.S. President Donald Trump granted him a full pardon and secured his release from federal prison. The decision by Honduras’ attorney general underscores ongoing efforts to address corruption in Central America, a region where political instability …
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Costa Rica joined the United States’ Global Entry program yesterday, opening a faster path for pre-approved travelers to enter the U.S. The move marks a step forward in bilateral ties, focusing on trade, tourism, and security cooperation. The Global Entry initiative, run by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, targets low-risk travelers. It speeds up immigration …
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Carlos Alcaraz outlasted Joao Fonseca in a thrilling exhibition match at the Miami Invitational. The world number one from Spain claimed victory with a 7-5, 2-6, 10-8 scoreline after a tense super tiebreak, held inside the loanDepot Park baseball stadium in Miami, Florida. The contest drew a packed crowd, including soccer stars like Brazilian legend …
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A fresh cold front pushes into Costa Rica today, bringing stronger winds and scattered rain across several regions. The National Meteorological Institute (IMN) reports that this system, labeled as cold front number five, starts influencing conditions from this Wednesday and lasts into Saturday. Meteorologists at the IMN expect trade winds to pick up speed, with …
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Limón Province has claimed the top spot in Skyscanner’s 2026 global travel trends report, driven by a 289 percent rise in flight searches compared to the previous year. This Caribbean region, known for its rainforests, national parks, and coastal spots, now leads the list of emerging destinations worldwide. The report, based on millions of flight …
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A group of Salvadoran military officers, including a former defense minister, will be put on trial for the massacre of nearly one thousand civilians in 1981, carried out as part of a state offensive against leftist guerrillas, an organization representing the victims reported on Tuesday. This marks a milestone in the legal battle launched in …
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