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Gunmen shot and killed the mayor of Masagua during a Christmas parade in Guatemala on Saturday evening, wounding one of his bodyguards in the attack. Nelson Luciano Marroquín, 38, died from his injuries while being taken to a hospital in Escuintla, about 60 kilometers south of Guatemala City. The shooting happened around 7:50 p.m. in …
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Fundación MarViva has rolled out a set of five key priorities for candidates vying for the presidency in the 2026 elections. The group, which works on marine conservation, put forward these ideas in a guide called “Votemos por el océano: una decisión que cuida nuestro futuro.” Released late last month, the document lays out steps …
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Authorities at Juan Santamaría International Airport have moved forward with updates and expansions after a power outage in September halted air traffic across the country. The incident exposed weaknesses in the radar’s backup power, prompting quick fixes and broader improvements to keep operations running smoothly. The trouble started on September 24 when a high-intensity electrical …
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Along El Salvador’s Pacific coast, a string of once-quiet surf towns now pulses with activity. President Nayib Bukele’s Surf City program has transformed these areas into a national showcase, drawing surfers and travelers with promises of perfect waves and modern facilities. The initiative has sparked a surge in visitors and economic activity, yet it raises …
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With three goals created by Lionel Messi, Inter Miami were crowned champions of Major League Soccer (MLS) for the first time, beating the Vancouver Whitecaps 3–1 in Saturday’s final. The young and ambitious franchise, co-owned by David Beckham, enjoyed its dream night in front of its home crowd at Chase Stadium, where Spaniards Sergio Busquets …
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American reality TV star Cassie Randolph tied the knot with musician Brighton Reinhardt in a private ceremony at The Point Luxury Villa in Tamarindo. The couple chose Costa Rica for their special day, drawing on the country’s relaxed atmosphere to celebrate with close family and friends. Randolph, 30, known from her time on The Bachelor, …
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Cahuita residents and visitors can now access Playa Negra more easily, as the community has installed new infrastructure made from recycled materials to support people with disabilities. The project turned 1,000 kilograms of plastic caps from Dos Pinos beverages into a 30-meter walkway and an amphibious chair. This setup allows individuals with mobility challenges to …
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A plane from the United States landed Friday at Venezuela’s main airport carrying 172 deportees, at a moment when the country has been left practically isolated by the mass suspension of international flights following a US air safety alert. Deportation flights that began in February to repatriate Venezuelan migrants were briefly suspended after President Donald …
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Bad Bunny delivered a powerful performance last night at the National Stadium, kicking off two sold-out dates on his DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS World Tour. The Puerto Rican rapper brought fans together for an evening filled with reggaeton hits, salsa rhythms, and personal moments that highlighted his connection to the audience. The event attracted over …
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Desatur Cariari S.A., the company that operates the Hilton brand in Costa Rica, has opened the Homewood Suites by Hilton Cariari in Belén, Heredia. This marks the first all-suites hotel for the brand in Central and South America. The official opening happened last night, after an investment of over $30 million, or about ¢14.764 billion. …
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