Forget the long lines and the scramble for tickets at Costa Rica’s National Parks. In a move that combines tech-savvy convenience with environmental mindfulness, the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE) has rolled out an online ticketing system. This digital leap, courtesy of the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC-MINAE), […]
Monthly Archives: December 2023
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A Venezuelan zoo this week welcomed the country’s first three white lion cubs born in captivity, a boost for the genetically rare animal whose wild population numbers only about a dozen living in their native South Africa. The cubs were born this week to Camatagua and Sebastian, white lions brought […]
At the heart of this Central American business revolution, we find four brands with extraordinary proposals, and despite not having yet reached a “unicorn” position, they add value to the market, and it is worth keeping track of them. Central America is a region that is emerging as an exceptional […]
In a turn of events that’s more surprising than finding a vegan at a barbecue contest, the College Football Playoff has thrown us some curveballs. Michigan and Alabama are set to clash in what promises to be more epic than a superhero movie showdown, while Washington and Texas gear up […]
In a country known for its pura vida lifestyle and lush rainforests, you might expect the national pastimes to include surfing, ziplining, or wildlife watching. But pickleball? That’s right, the sport with a name as quirky as its rules is taking Costa Rica by storm. Let’s dive into how this […]
QCOSTARICA (Confidencial) Natalia had heard distant gunshots almost daily. Sometimes close by, but always at night. That midday, the blast interrupted the daytime rush and her hurried routine of getting her six-year-old daughter ready for preschool. Between January and September 2023, 71 Nicaraguans have been murdered in Costa Rica, experiencing […]
Very hot? The Earth’s temperature exceeded 2 °C above pre-industrial levels for 2 consecutive days, on November 17 and 18, 2023, according to data from the Copernicus Climate Change Monitoring Service, a European Union program responsible for detecting anomalies in the planet’s environment. What does it mean to cross 2°C? […]
The Ethics Committee of the Costa Rican Soccer Federation has found coach Jeaustin Campos responsible for racially insulting Saprissa’s Jamaican player, Javon East. This decision, announced by the FCRF on Monday, resulted in Campos being banned from participating in any soccer-related activity for a period of six months and fined […]
Today, artificial intelligence continues to advance in leaps and bounds, redefining interaction with the digital world. GrupoHeroica, operator of the Costa Rica Convention Center (CCCR), is proud to announce a significant milestone in its service offering by presenting AsVi, an Artificial Intelligence Virtual Assistant created with the purpose of exponentially […]
Central Capital Solutions – Your Trusted Partner for Tailored Financial Solutions in Costa Rica and throughout Central America. At Central Capital Solutions, we understand that navigating the world of mortgages and loans can be a daunting task and even more so in Costa Rica. That’s why we’re here to offer […]