Friday, February 13, 2026

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Celso Gamboa in final stage of extradition

Q COSTARICA — The case of Celso Gamboa, the former politician, former lawyer, former Minister of Security, and...

A 10% tax on soft drinks to boost sports is...

Q COSTARICA — Several business chambers spoke out against a...

New Direct Flight Between Las Vegas and Costa Rica

Q COSTARICA — Southwest Airlines confirmed the launch of a...

Does Celso Gamboa Need a Visa for Extradition to...

RICO's Q — The case of Celso Gamboa, the former...

Heineken announces up to 6,000 job cuts

Heineken announces up to 6,000 job cuts. Executives avoided specifying where most of the job cuts would be concentrated, although would primarily affect Europe. In September 2025, the company announced the acquisition of Costa Rica's FIFCO for US$3.25 billion.

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San José revives Smoke-Free Family Sundays with free activities

Q COSTARICA — The Municipality of San José announced the return of Smoke-Free Family Sundays, an...

A 10% tax on soft drinks to boost sports is proposed

Q COSTARICA — Several business chambers spoke out against a bill that would increase the cost...

New Direct Flight Between Las Vegas and Costa Rica

Q COSTARICA — Southwest Airlines confirmed the launch of a new direct flight between the Harry...

Does Celso Gamboa Need a Visa for Extradition to the United States?

RICO's Q — The case of Celso Gamboa, the former magistrate and former Minister of Security...

Celso Gamboa in final stage of extradition

Q COSTARICA — The case of Celso Gamboa, the former politician, former lawyer, former Minister of...

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The Third Column

We’re on the verge of the elections! Here are the key...

RICO's Q — We're on the verge of the elections! As Costa Rica heads to the polls, the moment has caught the attention of...

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Cartago under fire: OIJ warns of war over drug territories and...

Cartago is no longer on the sidelines of the criminal war that is hitting Costa Rica.

Heineken announces up to 6,000 job cuts

Heineken announces up to 6,000 job cuts. Executives avoided specifying where most of the job cuts would be concentrated, although would primarily affect Europe. In September 2025, the company announced the acquisition of Costa Rica's FIFCO for US$3.25 billion.

Ruta 34 over Tarcoles river bridge with ‘regulated traffic’ starting Feb...

Q COSTA RICA—Drivers to and from Jacó on the Ruta 34, be advised that from February...

Should cell phones be banned from the classroom in Costa Rica?

Should cell phones be banned from the classroom in Costa Rica? Technology is here to stay, so banning cell phones from classrooms completely isn’t the answer.

Arrested killer of Roberto Samcam who had fled to Costa Rica...

Alleged hitman of outspoken Nicaraguan opposition figure Roberto Samcam arrested in Costa Rica on Tuesday.
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Q REPORTS

Martí’s warnings about imperialism

Martí warned in advance about the imperialist interests of the United States as early as the 19th century

A weak dollar and unemployment in the US are...

Q REPORTS — (EFE) The dollar's depreciation, at its lowest...

AQ’s special report on the Trump Doctrine

Q REPORTS — The article "What History Tells Us About...

The ‘Donroe doctrine’ jeopardizes two decades of Chinese progress...

Q REPORTS (EFE) — The U.S. intervention in Venezuela is...

Which countries improved the most this year?

Q24N (MercoPress) The Economist has chosen two countries for outstanding/impressive...

LATIN AMERICA

Two Years of the Dollar Freeze: Who...

Q24N (Confidencial) The Central Bank of Nicaragua's (BCN) decision to freeze the rate of depreciation of...

Ortega-Murill regime is “shielding” itself from potential external economic...

Q24N (Confidencial) The economic policies implemented by the regime of...

Ortega’s Attorney General’s Office sentences Bayardo Arce for “money...

Q24N — The regime of Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo...

Asfura takes office in Honduras

Q24N (EFE) In the small parliament building, with hardly any...

TRAVEL & TOURISMDiscover Costa Rica

New Direct Flight Between Las Vegas and Costa Rica

Q COSTARICA — Southwest Airlines confirmed the launch of a new direct flight between the Harry...

Porter Airlines will maintain year-round flights from Toronto to Guanacaste

Q COSTARICA — Guanacaste Airport (LIR) announced that Porter Airlines...

Costa Rica is awarded as the best health and wellness destination

Q COSTARICA — The renowned Spanish lifestyle magazines and platforms Men’s...

Costa Rica inaugurates direct Westjet flight from Vancouver to Guanacaste

Q COSTARICA --  Guanacaste Airport, in Liberia (LIR), celebrated the inauguration of WestJet's direct...

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From X-Men to Cóbano: Hugh Jackman, the eternal Wolverine, enjoys Costa Rica

Q COSTARICA — Acclaimed Australian-British actor Hugh Jackman arrived...

Hollywood’s Vacation Hotspot: Nathan Fillion, Jimmy Fallon and Hugh Jackman in Costa Rica

Q COSTARICA — Costa Rica has quietly become the go-to getaway for Hollywood’s biggest names looking...

Costa Rica is going to pass on Mrs. Universe 2025

Q COSTARICA -- María Teresa Rodríguez, former Miss Costa...

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