QCOSTARICA — Liberty Latin America announced last week that Liberty Costa Rica will merge with Millicom International Cellular’s Tigo Costa Rica via an all-stock deal focused on boosting investment in fiber networks in the country. Under the initial terms of the deal, Liberty Latin America and its minority partner in […]
Monthly Archives: August 2024
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Q24N — Tensions are rising in the streets of Caracas, Venezuela’s capital, as a day of protests against the re-election of current president Nicolás Maduro and the repression that has left a tragic outcome. The Venezuelan opposition, led by María Corina Machado, is calling for a large mobilization to demand […]
Q REPORTS — Costa Rica and Colombia, are taking significantly different paths in their approach to cannabis legalization, as reported by Spanish-language media outlet El Planteo. While Costa Rica faces legislative roadblocks that have led to a shift in focus from full legalization to domestic cultivation, Colombia is making a […]
Pope Francis called this Sunday to “seek the truth” in Venezuela amid allegations of fraud in President Nicolás Maduro’s re-election, while opposition leader María Corina Machado thanked seven European countries for requesting the publication of the election records. The pontiff’s call comes after requests from the United States and several […]
At least 12 priests have been arrested in recent days in a new wave of detentions targeting Catholic Church clergy in Nicaragua, according to a human rights NGO operating from exile in Costa Rica. “In the last 48 hours, there has been a repressive escalation against priests of the Catholic […]
Costa Rica is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and environmental conservation. The country’s unique combination of natural beauty, biodiversity, and strong government policies has made it a leader in sustainable development. The relationship between sustainability and the natural environment in Costa Rica is deeply intertwined, with the country’s very […]
A stunning video captured in Cuajiniquil Bay, Guanacaste, showcases a majestic humpback whale leaping twice into the sea, followed by the appearance of its shy calf. The video, filmed by Olger Lara, has quickly stirred excitement among locals and nature enthusiasts, marking the much-anticipated start of the whale-watching season on […]
Access to public health care is a significant concern for expats in Costa Rica, with many seeking reliable and affordable medical care while living abroad. Costa Rica’s public healthcare system, known as the Costa Rican Social Security System (CCSS), provides a range of benefits to citizens and legal residents, including […]
The EcoFeria is now 6 years old since its founder Estela Aguilar opened its doors in Domi Plaza, Dominical. Estela was joined by Keyna and Krishna Solano, as well as Gretel Solorzano, who was a great help the first year. For several years the slogan of this beautiful project was […]
Ticos often refer to August as “canícula,” and it’s a month of change. There are mornings of intense heat and afternoons of heavy rains. August is when the rainy season really begins in Costa Rica. Tropical storms and hurricanes now begin forming in the Caribbean basin, causing storm fronts along […]