The abolition of slavery in Costa Rica is a significant chapter in the nation’s history, reflecting broader trends in Central America and the Caribbean. The process of emancipation, which culminated in 1824, was influenced by various social, economic, and political factors that shaped the lives of enslaved Africans and their […]
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The Panama Canal generated a record income of $4.986 billion in the last fiscal year, despite a reduction in vessel transits due to a drought, the maritime route announced this Friday. The Panamanian route “presented preliminary financial results for fiscal year 2024, showing total revenue of $4.986 billion,” stated the […]
Costa Rica has been experiencing a notable upward trend in its Gross Domestic Product (GDP), driven by a combination of political stability, economic diversification, and strategic foreign investment. This growth presents various opportunities for businesses and investors looking to capitalize on the country’s economic landscape. Economic Overview Costa Rica’s economy […]
Costa Rica’s history has played a pivotal role in shaping the country’s modern identity as a laid-back, happy, and friendly society. This evolution can be traced through its colonial past, political developments, and social reforms that have collectively fostered a unique cultural ethos. Colonial Legacy and Early Independence Costa Rica […]
The Ministry of Health has confirmed three cases of tuberculosis in Costa Rica, all affecting homeless individuals residing in San Carlos, Alajuela. Authorities reported implementing a series of measures to protect public health, starting with a sanitary order for the location where these individuals sleep, deemed uninhabitable and posing a […]
Here’s a good trivia question: What are the only 3 countries in the world that do not use the metric system? Everybody knows the good ol’ hard headed USA is in there, but the other two? How about Liberia and Myanmar. If you knew the answer, take a bow. I […]
Verónica Zumalacárregui, host of the show “I’m Going to Eat the World,” visited Costa Rica as part of a gastronomic exploration. The Spanish content creator and journalist visited the Central Valley and the Caribbean of Costa Rica on a five-day trip. Zumalacárregui has visited more than 70 countries across five […]
Costa Rica is known for its lush rainforests, beautiful beaches, and rich cultural lifestyle, and it is quickly becoming a haven for professional poker players due to its abundant natural environs with protected reserves covering around 30% of the land area. The phrase’ Pura Vida’ captures the welcoming and friendly […]
Costa Rica is facing a pesticide crisis due to the high use of chemicals in agriculture and their harmful impacts on human health and ecosystems. Experts have repeatedly called for a transition to sustainable agriculture practices like agroecology, which promotes organic farming and eco-friendly alternatives. Costa Rica ranks among the […]
Costa Rica will soon establish three new natural urban parks in the Greater San José area, according to Franz Tattenbach, Minister of Environment and Energy. The former Simón Bolívar Zoo in San José, the Lorne Ross Conservation Center in Santa Ana, and the former INBioparque in Santo Domingo are set to receive this new designation, aiming to enhance […]