A vibrant red pineapple dubbed “Rubyglow” is positioning Costa Rica to bolster agricultural exports through its vivid colors and ultra-sweet taste discoveries. Fruit juggernaut Fresh Del Monte developed the unique Rubyglow pineapple, the latest in their series of flashy pineapple innovations like Pinkglow and Honeyglow. While undeniably eye-catching sliced open […]
Monthly Archives: January 2024
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QCOSTARICA — The Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS) – Organización de Estados Americanos (OEA) in Spanish – Luis Almagro, and the Permanent Representative of Costa Rica, Alejandra Solano, officially sealed the agreement regarding privileges and immunities for the deployment of an Electoral Observation Mission (EOM) for […]
QCOSTARICA — Costa Ricn construction firms and other business sectors have raised the alarm over potential changes to Zona Franca (Free Trade Zone – FTZ) tax rules – as finance minister Nogui Acosta recently hinted. Pictured is the Coyol Free Zone On Tuesday, Acosta told La República that a review […]
Costa Rica was chosen the best place in the world to retire in the 2024 Global Retirement Index prepared by International Living. In the 2023 edition, our country was in fifth position below Portugal, Mexico, Panama and Ecuador. “Pura Vida” vibe Its “Pura Vida” vibe, tropical beaches, spring climate, biodiversity, […]
QCOSTARICA — The cantons of Belén, Santa Ana and Escazú are those with the highest GDP per capita, according to a measurement carried out by the Banco Central de Costa Rica (CCR) – Central Bank – for the period 2019 to 2021. These years were difficult in economic terms as […]
In a scenario where Costa Rican tourism celebrated the recovery of pre-pandemic levels, an internal problem raises alarm: the exchange rate. And the record fall of the dollar has become a financial nightmare for micro and small tourism businesses. This week, the currency closed at ¢516.73 in the Foreign Currency […]
According to the 2018 State of the Nation Report, although Costa Rica uses water resources effectively, it is not possible to adequately control the negative impact of its intensive use. Although 92.4% of the country’s population has access to drinking water, it also has the highest consumption rate in Central […]
Dressed in black as a sign of mourning, about 300 women marched on Thursday in Tegucigalpa to the National Congress, on Honduran Women’s Day, to protest the increase in femicides. “We come to demand that the lives of Honduran women be respected, that’s why we come to this National Congress,” […]
Costa Rica will face Trinidad and Tobago in 2026 World Cup qualifying for the CONCACAF (North American) region after FIFA announced the draw for the second round on Thursday. The Central Americans, quarterfinalists at Brazil in 2014, are aiming to reach the World Cup for the seventh time while the […]
The Launch of a Linguistic Lifesaver: ‘Bidictionary’ In a groundbreaking move, President Joe Biden, renowned for his unique blend of oratory mystery and charm, has announced the launch of his very own ‘Bidictionary’. This innovative dictionary promises to be the Rosetta Stone for decoding the enigmatic nuances of Biden’s speeches. […]