Costa Rica is struggling with a sharp escalation in vehicle thefts, a trend that shows no signs of slowing. The Judicial Investigation Organization (OIJ) reports a 5% increase in 2024 compared to 2023, contributing to a staggering 50.3% rise over the past five years. As of mid-March 2025, authorities have recorded 950 cases nationwide, averaging …
Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner, died in Costa Rica while on vacation with his family. The teenager was found dead on Friday morning, March 21, inside a hotel room in Manuel Antonio, Quepos. According to his parents, the family was on vacation when several of its members …
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The Poás Volcano, one of Costa Rica’s tourist attractions, remained on orange alert this Monday due to an increase in gases emanating from its crater, indicating a higher eruptive potential. The 2,708-meter-high giant, surrounded by dense forest and located 50 km by road from San José, increased its activity on March 1, prompting authorities to …
The Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium saw top seed Alexander Zverev deliver a standout performance, powering into the fourth round with a hard-fought 7-5, 6-4 victory over Australia’s Jordan Thompson. The German world No. 2, who entered the tournament looking to rebound from a disappointing early exit at Indian Wells, showcased resilience and skill, …
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Costa Rica reported 474 cases of tuberculosis between 2023 and 2024, a silent, airborne disease that continues to threaten public health in the country. The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) suspects the official count may underrepresent the true scale of infections, potentially doubling to nearly 1,000 cases, though not due to data mismanagement but rather …
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After last Friday’s thumping 7-0 victory in Belize, Los Ticos now head home for the return leg in the CONCACAF Gold Cup qualification play-off tonight. By virtue of holding a seven-goal advantage, the tie is already all but a foregone conclusion. Nonetheless, head coach Miguel Herrera will be determined to put on a decent display …
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Dunkin’ is accelerating its expansion in Costa Rica, unveiling plans to open eight new restaurants by the end of 2025 in key areas such as Alajuela, Heredia, Moravia, Sabana, and Lindora. Since launching in the country in July 2024, the brand has been warmly embraced by Costa Ricans, driving its rapid growth as it seeks …
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A plane from Honduras carrying 199 deportees from the United States arrived early Monday morning in Venezuela, marking the resumption of deportation flights that were suspended a month ago amid the migration crisis triggered by Donald Trump. Venezuela announced on Saturday the resumption of flights with deportees from the United States, which had been suspended …
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In a quiet neighborhood in Costa Rica, a daily drama unfolds when local street dogs leave unwelcome deposits outside one homeowner’s gate. While his wife expresses frustration, he takes a more philosophical approach to the situation. “I take it in stride, and go out, open the gate, and clean up the mess,” he explains. “After …
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Novak Djokovic topped Argentina’s resilient Camilo Ugo Carabelli 6-1, 7-6(1) in what ended up being an exciting third-round match at the Miami Open, held at Hard Rock Stadium. The fourth-seeded Serbian star took control early, claiming the first set 6-1 in a brisk 34 minutes against the world No. 65 Carabelli. However, the Argentine showcased …
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