Costa Rica Joins U.S. Global Entry Program for Faster Travel

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 …

Carlos Alcaraz Edges Joao Fonseca in Miami Exhibition

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 …

Cold Front Hits Costa Rica as IMN Warns of 80 km/h Winds and Rain

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 …

Limón Costa Rica Tops Skyscanner 2026 Travel Trends

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 …

Salvadoran Military Faces Trial for El Mozote Massacre After Decades of Impunity

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 …

Costa Rica Leads Central America in Latest Quality of Life Rankings

Costa Rica has landed the top spot in Central America for quality of life, according to a new international index released this year. The country scored 129.43 points, outpacing Panama and other neighbors in the region. This ranking highlights strengths in several key areas that shape daily living for residents and visitors alike. The index …

Costa Rica’s Festival of Light Brings Drone Shows and Northern Lights Theme

The Festival de la Luz returns to light up the capital this Saturday, December 13, marking nearly 30 years as a key Christmas tradition that draws thousands to the streets. This 2025 edition brings fresh adjustments, starting with a shift in the parade route to circle La Sabana Metropolitan Park in a full 360-degree loop, …

Latin American Stars Shine in Australian Open 2026 Entry Lists

Tennis Australia unveiled the entry lists for the 2026 Australian Open on Monday, showcasing nearly complete top-100 fields for the season’s opening Grand Slam. Ninety-nine of the leading 100 men and 98 of the top 100 women are set to play at Melbourne Park from January 12 to February 1. The rosters feature a notable …

Costa Rican Family Seeks Justice After U.S. Hearing in Vílchez Homicide

A judge in Sequatchie County, Tennessee, moved forward with charges against two men accused in the death of Silvia Gabriela Vílchez Mora, a 50-year-old Costa Rican who authorities say died from blows with a baseball bat before her body burned in a backyard pit. The preliminary hearing yesterday laid out evidence that points to a …

Costa Rica Assembly to Vote on Chaves Immunity Lift

The Legislative Assembly has set December 16 for a key plenary session to vote on removing President Rodrigo Chaves’ immunity. The move follows a request from the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) over claims of political belligerence. Lawmakers agreed to the date during a recent session, paving the way for Chaves to face the assembly. He …