The Ministry of Health is actively promoting a comprehensive strategy aimed at formulating actions and regulations to ensure the safe utilization of fentanyl within the country and to counteract the potential abuse of this substance. In pursuit of this objective, a campaign titled “Illegal Fentanyl: Just trying it can kill […]
Ileana Fernandez
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Deutsche Welle reported that a transnational migrant smuggling operation left 257 arrested in the Americas and five of them were captured in Costa Rica. According to the media outlet, the apprehensions were carried out during a series of actions executed in the national territory by the Judicial Investigation Organism (OIJ), […]
High waves in the Caribbean and rough seas in the Pacific are anticipated by experts for this week in Costa Rica. Omar Lizano, an oceanographer at the Center for Research in Marine Sciences and Limnology (CIMAR-UCR), warns of potential dangers for beachgoers and small to medium-sized boats. “The forecasts for […]
The New Yorker released a documentary showcasing how directions are given in Costa Rica. The film brings to light the unique and even comical way in which Ticos give addresses and navigate the country. “Unlike American addresses, which make it easy to arrive at your destination without much thinking, Costa […]
Costa Rica finds itself divided over President Chaves’ latest call to legalize recreational marijuana use amid intensifying national debates over security and the drug trade’s role in surging violence nationwide. During a press conference this week, President Chaves tied his arguments directly to confronting widespread drug trafficking operations active locally. […]
The traditional Christmas Concerts presented by the National Symphony Orchestra of Costa Rica (OSNCR) and the National Symphonic Choir are set to commence this Friday, December 8, in the community of San Isidro de Coronado. The performances will feature the talents of 140 artists, including musicians and choristers, all under […]
The Executive Branch is set to engage in a work group tasked with preparing essential bills for the country regarding security matters. President Chaves affirmed this decision last week following discussions with the heads of the Judicial Branch, Orlando Aguirre, the Legislative Assembly, Rodrigo Arias, and the president of the […]
Visiting Costa Rica’s National Parks during the peak season is now hassle-free, thanks to an online ticketing system developed for eleven Protected Wildlife Areas by the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE). This system significantly enhances the visitor experience and simplifies access to several of Costa Rica’s natural wonders. Accessible […]
The latest statistics published on November 23 by the the Judicial Investigation Organism (OIJ), have exposed that 825 people have been victims of the recent wave of violence and homicides that the country is experiencing. The OIJ data also showed that 668 were wounded with a firearm. This means 80% […]
As reported by the Health Surveillance Directorate of Costa Rica’s Ministry of Health, our nation is confronting a deeply concerning rise in domestic violence cases. In recent years, particularly since 2020, there has been a notable and troubling increase in such incidents. Costa Rica has registered over 30,000 domestic violence […]