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The National Symphony Orchestra of Costa Rica, together with the National Symphony Choir, will premiere the work “Song of Peace for the Ocean,” winner of the national musical composition competition launched as part of the Costa Rican government’s commitment to a culture of peace and the protection of the marine […]

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and the Centro Cultural España joined forces to organize a forum focused on the challenges and prospects of Indigenous Peoples’ cultural heritage and collective intellectual property in the face of cultural appropriation and technological advances. […]

Costa Rica is known for its lush rainforests, stunning beaches, and incredible biodiversity. However, many travelers wonder just how rainy the rainy season really is. The country experiences a distinct wet season, but the amount of rainfall varies depending on the region and time of year. While some areas see […]

Forgiveness is one of the most profound acts of spiritual resilience. When someone deeply wounds us, whether through betrayal, abandonment, deception, or cruelty, the natural inclination is often to resist forgiveness. We hold onto resentment as a way of protecting ourselves, believing that releasing it would mean condoning the pain […]

A total of 212 people have been caught so far this year illegally entering the Poás and Turrialba Volcano national parks, according to official data from the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE). The figure is the result of four joint operations carried out by environmental authorities in response to […]

The use of drones for monitoring crocodile populations in Costa Rica represents an important change from traditional methods: nighttime boat trips where researchers had to count crocodiles by shining flashlights into their eyes, a risky and expensive task. However, the new method also presents challenges “We must standardize parameters such […]

The Ox-breed Viper, one of the world’s largest vipers, is endangered due to habitat loss, illegal harvesting for collecting, and extermination. Researchers study the species in its natural habitat while also conserving the primary tropical rainforest. This knowledge is used in managing the snake in captivity to ensure a venom […]

Shortly after 1 a.m. this past Tuesday, Mark Carney took to the stage at Ottawa’s Old Civic Centre—the same hockey arena where John Turner was elected Liberal leader in 1984, the last time the Liberals attempted to replace a member of the Trudeau family—and promised that his work would be […]

The Netherlands is a high-potential market for potential tourists and is currently the fifth-largest source of travelers from the Old Continent. KLM confirmed to the Costa Rican Tourism Board that it will operate five weekly flights to Costa Rica during the 2025-2026 season, increasing Costa Rica’s direct connectivity with the […]

MegaCon 2025, the most anticipated pop culture event of the year in Costa Rica, has begun. For three days, from May 2nd to 4th, the Costa Rica Convention Center will become the epicenter of entertainment, bringing together thousands of fans of film, voice acting, cosplay, anime, video games, and illustration, […]