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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 […]

Costa Rica ranks third in the Americas for freedom of expression, according to the most recent Reporters Without Borders (RSF) report published on May 2, 2025. The annual study evaluates 180 countries and territories based on five indicators: political context, legal framework, economic context, sociocultural context, and safety for journalists. […]

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 […]

The tourism sector leadership of Tamarindo Beach, in Santa Cruz (Guanacaste), is strongly focused on attracting visitors—both domestic and international—who love the sport as a strategy to increase visitation, benefit local commerce, and promote demand for goods and services. The next effort to capture this market segment takes place this […]

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, […]

The National Museum of Costa Rica is celebrating, and it wants you to be part of the celebration. This Sunday, May 4th, the institution commemorates its 138th anniversary with a special festival that promises to transport adults and children alike on a true space adventure. The highlight of the day […]

Entrepreneurs and microentrepreneurs with existing business models can apply to the “Entrepreneurship Support Program 2025,” promoted by the Ministry of Economy, Industry, and Commerce (MEIC) in collaboration with the National Learning Institute (INA). The objective is to provide specialized tools and support to strengthen capacities, formalize businesses, and boost their […]