Tico Times

Yokasta Valle made history this Saturday at the Polideportivo de Cartago by defeating Mexican Anabel Ortiz by unanimous decision and retaining her IBF and WBO minimumweight world titles. The 31-year-old Costa Rican was dominant from the start, using her speed and agility to connect clear and forceful punches. Ortiz, 33, […]

The Nicaraguan government dissolved the legal status of 25 more non-governmental organizations on Monday, confiscating the assets of 12 of them in its ongoing crackdown on civil society since the anti-government protests of 2018. According to the official Nicaraguan gazette La Gaceta, the country’s Ministry of Governance ordered the closure […]

Coconut milk: it’s delicious, it’s nutritious and it’s expensive. At upwards of $4 a can at the local supermercado, chances are this superfood doesn’t fit very well into your meal budget – tragic, considering how perfect it is for sweetening coffee, livening up soups and thickening smoothies. Luckily raw coconuts […]

Known worldwide for its rainforests, commitment to environmental protection, and progressive sustainability policies, Costa Rica is now aiming to cement itself as a global leader in another cutting-edge realm: blockchain technology. Blockchain Week in Costa Rica begins November 16 with a series of events designed to highlight Costa Rica as […]

In a recent gathering of accredited ambassadors at the Organization of American States (OAS), President Rodrigo Chaves reiterated his plea for international assistance in managing migration, underscoring the need for direct support rather than relying on intermediaries. The President expressed gratitude for the support provided by United Nations agencies and […]

The recent 2023 Pan American Games held in Santiago, Chile offered more than just intense athletic competition. As happens every four years, the event produced many curious side stories beyond the medals podiums. One particularly embarrassing incident involved the women’s 20-kilometer race walk. Peruvian Kimberly García crossed the line first […]

In a striking move that has set the entire nation abuzz with anticipation, the Costa Rican Football Federation has officially announced Gustavo Alfaro as the new head coach of the national team, La Sele. Alfaro, the seasoned Argentine tactician, is poised to usher in a new era for Tico football, […]

Most northern gardeners are now finishing up their gardening year, but tropical gardeners can plant a second garden before the year ends. The last quarter of the year in Costa Rica provides an excellent opportunity for planting another corn patch, as well as green beans and dry beans, sweet potatoes, […]

Get ready for a magical night of music, delicious food, and drinks while supporting a great cause! The upcoming Enchanted Forest costume party on November 9th promises an unforgettable night of fun and philanthropy. With art auctions, costume contests, and more, it will be a charming night benefiting communities and […]

Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves will participate in the Summit of the Partnership for Economic Prosperity in the Americas (APEP) hosted by U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday. The summit aims to strengthen regional economic bonds as a counterbalance to China’s growing clout. In addition to the U.S. and Costa […]