In a dramatic turn of events, the lush landscape of Puntarenas, known for its breathtaking vistas and luxury residences, has transformed into a financial landslide for the National Insurance Institute (INS) of Costa Rica. In the past year, the province witnessed an extraordinary 150% spike in insurance payouts, largely due […]
Monthly Archives: May 2024
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Raphael Brandao beams with pride as he describes the high-end Brazilian coffee he produces with beans sourced exclusively from Black farmers in a country where many still associate the product with slavery. The 31-year-old buys his coffee beans solely from farms owned by Afro-descendants and says his goal is to […]
Cinco sujetos, al parecer armados, irrumpieron la noche del sábado en el aeropuerto de Quepos, Puntarenas, para intentar robarse una avioneta. Según el Organismo de Investigación Judicial (OIJ), cerca de las 11:50 p. m., los hombres llegaron a la caseta de seguridad del aeródromo y amenazaron a los guardas de […]
The high temperatures and drought affecting Central America have Honduras facing problems in energy generation, the government acknowledged on Saturday in a radio and television broadcast. The blackouts that had been occurring for weeks in San Pedro Sula, the country’s second-largest city, and other urban centers in the northern region […]
Calling all trailblazing entrepreneurs and community leaders from Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada! The U.S. Embassy has officially thrown open the doors to applications for the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Professional Fellows Program until June 5, 2024. If you’ve ever dreamed of turbocharging your entrepreneurial venture […]
Inter Miami’s star-studded lineup, led by the legendary Lionel Messi, continued their impressive unbeaten run with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over DC United. Despite Messi being kept off the scoresheet for the second match in a row, Miami displayed their resilience and depth as they secured the win in dramatic […]
A groundbreaking study recently published in Emerging Infectious Diseases by Emory University disease ecologists highlights a concerning trend: the deforestation in Costa Rica is inadvertently increasing the risk of rabies transmission from vampire bats to cattle. This research underscores the complex interactions between agricultural practices, wildlife, and disease dynamics in […]
The Central Conservation Area (ACC) of the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC-MINAE) will host a night tour of the Guayabo National Monument on June 22 and 23, in collaboration with local guides from the community of Colonia de Guayabo. The tour promises to immerse attendees in the rich history […]
The National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) is launching a vigorous social media campaign to combat the illegal trade of hawksbill turtle products and raise public awareness about the conservation of this critically endangered species. The campaign is a direct response to the persistent threat posed by the trafficking of […]
Every year, thousands of outdoor enthusiasts lace up their hiking boots to embark on an adventure through the heart of Central America on the Camino de Costa Rica. This 280-kilometer trail stretches from the Atlantic to the Pacific, offering not just a physical challenge but also a unique way to […]