Staging the life, legacy, and assassination of Jerhy Rivera, an indigenous leader and reclaiming ancestral lands from the Térraba community in southern Puntarenas, drove John Ortiz to bring the documentary “JERHY” to life, which is now available to watch in Costa Rica. Ortiz, a film director and editor, a graduate […]
Daily Archives: November 2, 2024
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Costa Rica joined Spain, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic in a triangular cooperation initiative to reduce seismic risk in Latin America. This project is called Sustainable and Resilient Construction in Central America and the Caribbean in the Face of Seismic Threats. It is supported by the Triangular Cooperation Fund ADELANTE […]
Thanks to the collaboration of the Ministry of Culture and Youth, the Costa Rican Institute of Sports and the Cultural Center of Spain are opening a new public space outdoor cultural space for those who pass by the National Stadium. This new outdoor gallery is a space designed for photography […]
Bird watching in Costa Rica ranks as one of the country’s most popular activities for tourists. Recognized as one of the world’s top five bird-watching destinations, Costa Rica offers extraordinary biodiversity and easy access to premier birding sites. With six ecozones, dozens of micro-ecosystems, and approximately 10% of the world’s […]
The business world is experiencing a significant change in the way companies approach the well-being of their employees. In 2018, the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare issued Standard 035, which aims to prevent and control psychosocial risk factors in the workplace. This regulation has motivated companies and corporations to […]
Rising stress levels are contributing to an increase in stress-induced bruxism, which can lead to significant dental damage if not detected and treated early. A 2021 survey by the American Dental Association’s Health Policy Institute found that over 70% of dentists observed signs of teeth grinding and clenching in their […]
Today, Volaris Costa Rica, the ultra-low-cost airline operating in Central America, Mexico, and the United States, inaugurated its new international route connecting San José with Guadalajara. The direct flight is available on Tuesdays and Saturdays for travelers. “Guadalajara is one of Volaris’s most important operational hubs, due to its network […]
On the morning of this past Thursday, the transfer of three large pre-Columbian spheres will begin from the Matra facilities in Santa Ana to the National Museum at its locations in downtown San José and Pavas. These are spheres that measure 1.21, 1.29, and 1.81 meters in diameter. Two of […]
Although Latin America has not been a priority in the campaign for the November 5 elections in the United States, the victory of either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris could have dramatic repercussions for a region from which thousands of migrants head to the United States. Both have promised to […]
In many ways, Costa Rica is a victim of its own success. Its beautiful beaches, abundant wildlife, and stable democracy have made it an attractive destination for tourists, as well as expats, who over the years have descended on this Central American “utopia,” bringing with them disposable income and a […]