RICO’S Q — In Costa Rica, the debate between using card payments (debit or credit card) and cash for everyday transactions goes beyond convenience—it’s about sustainability and the future of the country’s economy. As digital payments gain traction, understanding how card payments compare to cash flow in supporting Costa Rica’s […]
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Q COSTARICA — The national weather service, Instituto Meteorológico Nacional (IMN), predicts that on Tuesday, September 2, the lingering effects of Tropical Wave No. 27, which passed through on Monday, will bring isolated showers across the country. Expect partly cloudy skies in the morning along the Pacific coast and some […]
Q COSTA RICA — Costa Rica has long been seen as a peaceful oasis in Central America, known for its lush rainforests, vibrant wildlife, and welcoming culture. But recently, this tranquil image is being challenged by a rising wave of violence that’s starting to make daily headlines. From increasing crime […]
Q COSTARICA — Early Sunday morning, a shooting outside the Don Juan nightclub in downtown Limón claimed two lives and injured at least five others. The Red Cross reported that when they arrived, they found a man dead with a gunshot wound to the head. Witnesses said two gunmen showed […]
The caricature published on Friday, August 29, by CRhoy.com, tells the whole story of ‘Chavismo’ and the 2026-2030 presidency and legislative assembly if Laura Fernandez is elected president and a legislature is elected in February. Chavismo is a political ideology that emerged in Costa Rica, inspired by the current president, […]
Q COSTARICA — If you’re running low on fuel or just want to fill up, today is the day to do it. Fuel prices are set to rise starting Tuesday, so you’ve got until midnight to lock in the current rates. The government’s official newsletter, La Gaceta, published the updated […]
Q COSTARICA — Renowned actress Anna Kendrick, who has more than 24 million followers on Instagram, chose Costa Rica as her vacation destination. On her official account, she shared photos of herself on the beach along with the message “Paradise with the loves of my life,” which generated thousands of […]
Q24N — Nicaraguans living in the United States remain essential to keeping Nicaragua’s economy afloat, especially under President Daniel Ortega’s government. Money sent home by migrants has hit record highs, providing crucial support to families and playing a big part in maintaining the country’s economic stability. But this positive story […]
Q COSTARICA — Four European countries have requested information from Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) to advance drug trafficking investigations involving Costa Ricans, with the goal of speeding up proceedings leading to extraditions. These countries are Belgium, France, Italy, and the Netherlands, nations that host several of the main […]
Q COSTARICA — The Central Bank’s Board of Directors has unanimously approved a reform that caps Sinpe Móvil (SMS test message) transfers at ¢100,000 colones per day. This move aims to cut down on fraud linked to these transfers, according to La Nación. Read more: Learn to recognize a fake SINPE […]