A raging forest fire erupted Tuesday in the Las Catalinas region of Santa Cruz, Guanacaste — Costa Rica’s second blaze in less than a week. The fire has already torn through over 15 hectares of land, threatening 100 more. The Fire Department issued an emergency alert upon the outbreak, confirming […]
Daily Archives: January 9, 2024
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The year of 2023 was the hottest on record, with the increase in Earth’s surface temperature nearly crossing the critical threshold of 1.5 degrees Celsius, EU climate monitors said Tuesday. Climate change intensified heatwaves, droughts and wildfires across the planet, and pushed the global thermometer 1.48 C above the preindustrial […]
Genetic Frontiers: Costa Rica’s Stride into Predictive Oncology In the lush landscapes of Costa Rica, not only biodiversity but also genetic diversity is revealing astonishing insights. The country, often celebrated for its rich flora and fauna, is now making headlines in the field of genetic medicine – a pioneering domain […]
Costa Rica’s Seashells: A Treasure Not to be Taken Imagine walking along the pristine beaches of Costa Rica, your feet sinking into the soft sand, and stumbling upon a perfect, iridescent seashell. It’s tempting to pocket this natural souvenir, but before you do, let’s dive into why taking these coastal […]
Costa Rica has been crowned the best place to retire in 2024, according to the Annual Global Retirement Index published by International Living. The index, constructed from on-the-ground information and well-informed opinions, highlights Costa Rica’s allure as a “home away from home,” offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, pleasant […]
The Urban Shift: Costa Rica’s Changing Landscape In the heart of Central America, Costa Rica’s transformation over the last four decades isn’t just about bustling cities and urban sprawl. It’s a story of disappearing green spaces and a silent but significant change beneath the ground. According to a study led […]
The Search for Paradise: A 2024 Guide to Retirees’ Shangri-La If you’re swapping your office chair for a hammock in 2024, congratulations! Now, let’s talk about where you’ll be sipping your sunset margaritas. The latest scoop from International Living’s 2024 Annual Global Retirement Index is out, and it’s pointing retirees […]
Navigating the Hazards of Heaven: A Guide to the Unspoken Dangers in Costa Rica Costa Rica, a verdant paradise for vacationers, is not without its hidden perils. While most tourists return with tales of tropical splendor, a few unfortunate souls encounter less pleasant fates. Let’s unravel the mysteries behind the […]
RICO’s Q — Due to road improvements in the ‘radial Alajuela’ that began today, Tuesday, January 9, users of the Juan Santamaria (San José) international airport may, better yet, will experience delays in getting to and from the airport terminal. The road work is being carried out on the south […]
QCOSTARICA — Of the 907 recorded homicides committed in 2023, the most violent year in history, at least 192 were carried out by sicarios (hitmen) on a motorcycle. Randall Zúñiga, director of the Organismo de Investigación Judicial (OIJ). Image composite from Larepublica.net This is an 81% increase in the use […]