President Rodrigo Chaves announced at a press conference in Puntarenas that his government plans to resume studies to reinstate trawling. Trawling is a non-selective method widely used to catch fish and marine invertebrates. It involves dragging a net through the water behind one or more boats. This net captures many […]
Daily Archives: October 2, 2024
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When disaster strikes in the United States, Americans are quick to step up and help their fellow citizens. From grassroots efforts to nationwide fundraising campaigns, it seems like every time a hurricane, wildfire, or other catastrophe hits, the government relies heavily on the goodwill of its people and private donations […]
I have noticed that any time I use the word expat to describe myself and those from other countries who have chosen to live here, I often get called out by random Ticos. “You are an immigrant here,” they say, taking exception to calling myself an expat. While I do […]
QCOSTARICA — In a world where noise has become an unwanted companion in many cases, the search for silence, a movement that advocates for the creation of positive soundscapes, not only for citizen well-being, but also to strengthen key sectors such as ecotourism, has emerged as a cutting-edge trend worldwide. […]
In today’s digital age, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has made life easier in many ways, but it has also created new avenues for cybercriminals to target unsuspecting individuals. The Costa Rican National Bank (BN) has recently issued key information on how to detect and avoid AI-enhanced email scams, […]
QCOSTARICA — When thinking about the benefits of silence for the economy in Costa Rica, it is no coincidence that we like five-star hotels. Nor is it a coincidence that we want to live in luxury homes located in places far from the stress of the city. In addition to […]
Costa Rica is often recognized for its stunning natural beauty, biodiversity, and adventure tourism, but its cultural diversity deserves just as much attention. This is no more evident than during the Limón Carnival, the country’s largest and most vibrant street festival. From October 11th to 21st, the Caribbean port city […]
QCOSTARICA — The future of the land donated by Lorne Ross and Agnes May in February 1975, intended for environmental conservation in Santa Ana, is in the eye of the storm. On the one hand, the neighbors and relatives of the donor, supported by the Partido Liberal Progresista (PLP), seek […]
The second proposal of the Jaguar Law was ruled unconstitutional by the Constitutional Chamber. Titled “Jaguar Law to Boost Costa Rica’s Development,” the proposal, presented by the government of Rodrigo Chaves with the intention of holding a referendum, did not pass the constitutional test, according to the magistrates. In June, […]