With a multi-sector national mobilization through the streets of the capital of Costa Rica on August 28, the organizations grouped in the National Dialogue Roundtable and other sectors of civil society are once again fighting to reactivate the process of the National Pact for Public Education. This process began on […]
Daily Archives: September 2, 2024
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Costa Rica is a tropical paradise known for its lush biodiversity, stunning beaches and exciting adventures. Although it is also especially known for its motto ‘Pura Vida’, which refers to enjoying being alive, beyond one’s circumstances. It is about living appreciating life and becoming aware of what makes us feel […]
Coyote Corp., a new band with a prominent approach to psychedelic rock, is ready to make a mark with the release of their first single, “El Día Que Morí.” This debut not only celebrates the arrival of Coyote, but also highlights the experience and talent of its members: Luigi Jiménez(Camilo […]
Costa Rica is celebrating a historic achievement as para-athlete Sherman Guity wins the gold medal in the men’s 100m T64 category, clocking in at an impressive 10.65 seconds. This victory marks a significant moment for Costa Rica, as Guity continues to establish himself as a world-class athlete. Guity, who previously […]
Three months into our new tropical lives in Costa Rica, my wife and I were living in a small second story apartment in the yard of nice Tico family in a sleepy little beach town on the coast of Guanacaste. My wife was busy being the new head of an […]
U.S. actor Dylan McDermott has professed his love for Costa Rica, as he revealed in a recent interview with a local media outlet. In the interview, the renowned American actor highlighted the country’s “loving” people and “beautiful” landscapes. His affection for Costa Rica is not just talk—he has visited six […]
Last week, Costa Rica’s Ministry of Finance submitted the 2025 budget proposal to the Legislative Assembly, a key event closely watched by both local and international observers, particularly the expat community. The proposed budget for next year is ¢12.4 billion (approximately $22.96 million), reflecting a decrease from the 2024 budget […]
QCOSTARICA — In May 2022, more than two years ago and just after taking office, PUSC legislator Daniela Rojas presented a bill with the intention of implementing Microcréditos (small loans) that would mitigate the effects of the usury law (ley de usura in Spanish). The usury law, capping interest rates, […]
QCOSTARICA — A tip to the 911 hotline led to the arrest of a woman early Sunday morning for possessing at least eight bank cars, all of which under different names. She was also in possession of almost 4 million colones. The tip from a concerned citizen who had seen […]