This month, a two-toed sloth was rescued after losing its mother to electrocution in a fragmented forest area. Initially, Costa Rican firefighters rescued the sloth and ensured its safe transfer to a care center. Furthermore, the case has generated national and international media attention, highlighting the risk animals face when […]
Monthly Archives: August 2025
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Sandra Cauffman, a Costa Rican engineer, announced her official retirement from NASA after a 35-year career as a civil servant. According to the scientist, her departure will take effect on December 31st, although Friday was her last day in the office. She also explained that the decision falls under the […]
The community of San Pedro de Santa Cruz is organizing its first entrepreneurship fair for its residents. This event will take place on Friday, August 15th, and Saturday, August 16th, in the Community Hall and surrounding areas. These activities aim to create opportunities for individual, family, and community businesses and […]
Q COSTARICA — Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves has a differing perspective on the recent comments made by U.S. President Donald Trump. According to Chaves, Trump was not criticizing security in San José, Costa Rica, but rather emphasizing that the Costa Rican capital is safer than Washington, D.C. This was […]
Costa Rica, with its lush rainforests, stunning coastlines, and vibrant cities, offers a diverse range of lifestyles for foreigners seeking a new home or a long-term escape. Whether you’re drawn to the tranquility of rural life, the laid-back vibe of beach towns, or the energy of urban centers, each setting […]
In an age where mental health challenges are increasingly prevalent, many are turning to nature’s pharmacy for relief. Medicinal plants, long revered in traditional healing systems across the globe, offer a gentle yet powerful approach to nurturing psychological well-being. From easing anxiety to enhancing cognitive function, these botanical allies provide […]
Costa Rica, a jewel of Central America known for its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and vibrant culture, is also remarkably well-connected to the rest of the world through its international air travel network. Whether you’re a tourist planning an adventure, a digital nomad seeking a tropical base, or an expat […]
Q COSTARICA — According to a study by the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), a connection to the past is one of the main motivations for wellness travel. It has been observed that travelers seek destinations that allow them to relive happy memories, which is directly related to improved mental well-being. […]
Q COSTARICA (EFE) Panama’s President José Raúl Mulino met on Monday with executives from Mizuho Bank, one of Japan’s leading banks interested in financing several infrastructure projects in Panama, including the train that will connect Panama City to the border with Costa Rica. Mulino announced at the meeting, which took […]
Q COSTARICA — The statement on Monday by U.S. President Donald Trump, in which he listed San José, Costa Rica, among “the worst cities in the world to live” due to its lack of safety, set off alarm bells in the tourism sector. For the Cámara Nacional de Turismo (Canatur) […]