Nicaragua’s National Assembly approved a law on Wednesday that imposes prison sentences for anyone who publishes comments that provoke “alarm” on social media, which opposition media in exile are calling a “gag law.” The law punishes those who, inside or outside the country, spread social media posts that cause “alarm, […]
Monthly Archives: September 2024
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Costa Rica is ramping up its renewable energy game, and the Instituto Costarricense de Electricidad (ICE) is leading the charge. In a significant move, ICE has signed letters of commitment with private-sector companies to secure 166 megawatts (MW) of solar and wind energy. This ambitious step is part of the […]
Costa Rica is nearing a potential ban on noise-producing fireworks due to their negative effects on people, animals, and the environment. The Environment Commission of the Legislative Assembly has advanced the procedure for Law File 23.572, which would enforce this ban. The law, promoted by legislator Alexander Barrantes, aims to […]
Costa Rica is quietly revolutionizing its vehicle market, and if you’re not paying attention, you might miss one of the most impressive EV booms in the Americas. Electric vehicles (EVs) are taking off in this tropical paradise at a rate that’s turning heads globally, with market growth that’s hard to […]
It’s that time of year again when the world of cinema gets a little glitzier, a little more glamorous, and a whole lot more competitive. The 97th Academy Awards are set to take place on March 3, 2025, at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, and the excitement is […]
Costa Rica is gearing up for its annual Independence Day celebrations. Starting Friday, September 13, the Traffic Police will launch a special operation to ensure order and security during the patriotic events, which will run through Sunday, September 15. The Journey of the Independence Torch On Friday, September 13, at […]
Costa Rica is making a splash in the international film scene with its first English-language Christmas movie, Paradise Falls: A Christmas Story. Produced by the Costa Rican production company Café Cinema, this feature film promises to blend the festive charm of a holiday classic with the breathtaking natural beauty of […]
Travel + Leisure has spoken, and Costa Rica has officially been crowned the ultimate travel destination for those in their 20s and 30s. But here’s the kicker—this tropical paradise is not only for the young, wild, and adventurous. The magazine also shines a light on Costa Rica as a top […]
Political debates can often turn into a game of dodgeball, with candidates throwing statements and hoping they stick. But not all of them are truthful. Despite the fact-checkers being on a coffee break during the debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, a closer look reveals a significant number of […]
QCOSTARICA — Legislation in Costa Rica does not clearly contemplate the maximum period that an employer has to pay benefits to a former employee, so in many cases, workers could be seeing their rights affected, according to Eric Briones, an expert in labor matters. Both the Second Chamber of the […]