The National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) has installed a new radar in Cocos Island National Park, as part of the Marine Protection System for the Cocos Marine Conservation Area (ACMC). The radar will strengthen the control and surveillance of the ACMC and will complement the recently inaugurated control center, […]
Monthly Archives: March 2024
The United States has taken a significant step towards facilitating legal immigration by reopening its immigration office in Tegucigalpa, the capital of Honduras. The announcement, made by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) marks a renewed commitment to providing safe and orderly migration pathways for those seeking asylum or […]
Dressed in shorts, a sash, and bare-chested, members of indigenous cultural groups commemorated the March equinox this Saturday with a tournament of the ancestral Mayan ball game in a Guatemalan town. Eleven teams from the Guatemalan indigenous departments of Chimaltenango, Quiché, Sololá and Quetzaltenango, as well as one from El […]
Every year the sea level rises and swallows the bay of Cartagena in dribs and drabs. The exposed skulls of a cemetery devastated by waves are proof of the effects of global warming in Colombia’s most touristic city, which could be partially underwater this century. Community leader Mirla Aaron was […]
Costa Rica, with a triumph over Honduras, and Canada earned the last two tickets to the 2024 Copa America on Saturday in playoff matches held in Frisco (Texas, United States). Canada defeated Trinidad and Tobago 2-0 in their playoff and will compete in the continental tournament for the first time, […]
Ostional Beach in Costa Rica is known worldwide as a crucial nesting ground for Olive Ridley turtles. Every year, thousands of these magnificent creatures come ashore to lay their eggs, creating a spectacle that draws tourists and researchers alike. “Arribadas” The Olive Ridley turtle, also known as the Pacific Ridley […]
Two active-duty Honduran generals who testified in favor of former President Juan Orlando Hernández in a New York trial, where he was found guilty of drug trafficking, were arrested on Thursday upon returning to their country, but were released on bail, the government reported. A military court had ordered the […]
Costa Rica is a country known for its breathtaking natural landscapes, vibrant culture, and delicious cuisine. One popular dining option that has gained popularity in Costa Rica over the years is the “Soda” eateries. These simple, family-run restaurants offer traditional Costa Rican dishes at affordable prices, making them a favorite […]
The Ministry of Health, the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS), and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) will conduct a vaccination campaign aimed at reaching 563,000 minors. Experts from PAHO emphasize the importance of achieving 95% coverage for children, given the regional statistics. “We cannot settle for 95% coverage […]
The U.S. Army Southern Command has announced a new cooperation package for Costa Rica, comprising the delivery of four scanners for inspecting cargo passing through the country’s ports. This announcement was made during an official visit to Costa Rica this Friday, where representatives of the Southern Command met with President […]