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Laura Fernández’s ‘state secret’ decree headed to the Constitutional Court

Q COSTA RICA — Under the argument that “public funds cannot be spent in secret,” Costa Rica's four opposition parties in the Legislature decided to challenge President Laura Fernández’s declaration of national security as...

New tropical wave threatens Costa Rica: warnings issued about the risk of...

Q COSTA RICA — The national weather service, the Instituto Meteorológico Nacional (IMN),  has...

24 Costa Ricans face extradition requests from the United States, Panama, and...

Q COSTA RICA — A total of 24 Costa Ricans are facing extradition proceedings...

Laura Fernández denies any interest in the purchase of the...

Q COSTA RICA — On Wednesday, President Laura Fernández pushed back against her Finance...

El Niño could reach a “very strong” intensity starting in...

Q COSTA RICA — The advance of the meteorological drought on the Pacific slope...

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New tropical wave threatens Costa Rica: warnings issued about the risk of flooding and heavy rains

Q COSTA RICA — The national weather service, the Instituto Meteorológico Nacional (IMN),  has issued a...

24 Costa Ricans face extradition requests from the United States, Panama, and France

Q COSTA RICA — A total of 24 Costa Ricans are facing extradition proceedings to the...

Now this is interestingly funny—but not the good kind

RICO's Q — A few days ago, journalist Juan Fernando Lara searched for and read Laura...

Laura Fernández denies any interest in the purchase of the Israeli spyware “Pegasus”

Q COSTA RICA — On Wednesday, President Laura Fernández pushed back against her Finance Minister and...

Laura Fernández’s ‘state secret’ decree headed to the Constitutional Court

Q COSTA RICA — Under the argument that “public funds cannot be spent in secret,” Costa...

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Driving Habits That Speed Up Your Car’s Wear and Tear

Q COSTA RICA — Costa Rica’s roads might not be in the best shape, but how you drive can actually do more damage to...

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Legislator fears the use of Israeli software to spy on the...

Q COSTA RICA — The declaration of state secrecy on various security matters could also be...

Costa Ricans want a firm hand against crime

Q COSTA RICA — In the fight against drug trafficking, it's clear that Costa Ricans want...

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If you have not yet requested your ballot for the 2026 Midterm elections, please do so...

Pedestrian deaths in Costa Rica nearly equal the total for all...

Q COSTA RICA — Driving in Costa Rica has become dangerous. Walking isn’t much safer either,...

El Niño could reach a “very strong” intensity starting in September,...

Q COSTA RICA — The advance of the meteorological drought on the Pacific slope has intensified...
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How Democracies Fall: Six Warning Signs of...

Q COSTA RICA — In Latin America, the transition from democracy to autocracy has evolved from...

Daniel Ortega: The devil pays poorly those who serve...

Q24N — For decades, Daniel Ortega was surrounded by men...

Daniel Ortega of Nicaragua plans to scrap elections –...

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Former U.S. mission chief does not rule out similar...

Q24N — Former U.S. mission chief to Nicaragua, Kevin O'Reilly,...

2026 World Cup is being played in the shadow...

Q REPORTS — Although the legendary Argentine player Diego Maradona...

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Costa Rica takes a more forceful stance...

Q COSTA RICA — The government of Laura Fernández has recalled its Chargé d'Affaires in Nicaragua,...

Central America offers Colombia aid in the aftermath of...

Q COSTA RICA — Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Honduras, Panama,...

Daniel Ortega: The devil pays poorly those who serve...

Q24N — For decades, Daniel Ortega was surrounded by men...

U.S. Dollar in Colombia Continues to Fall

Q24N (Colombia) The U.S. dollar took a hit in Colombia...

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Costa Rica reiterates suspension of all travel to the Middle East due to the risk of further escalation of the conflic

Q COSTA RICA — Costa Rica's Foreign Ministry reiterated its recommendation on Tuesday to suspend all...

Visa revoked! The United States warns visitors

Q COSTA RICA — In a stern reminder to travelers,...

More Canadian visitors for the upcomiong high season

Q COSTA RICA — The Guanacaste Airport in Liberia (LIR)...

Guanacaste to Launch Direct Flight to Washington with United Airlines

Q COSTA RICA — The Guanacaste Airport in Liberia (LIR)...

San José Airport will debut eGates for Costa Ricans

Q COSTA RICA — The Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)...

San Jose Airport Launches SJO Fast Track to Expedite Departures and Arrivals

Q COSTA RICA — The Juan Santamaría (San José) International Airport (SJO) has implemented...

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Chris Hemsworth is enjoying his vacation in Costa Rica

Q COSTA RICA — Australian actor Chris Hemsworth, internationally...

“I was devastated”: Laura Fernández opened her heart and revealed how a divorce, faith, and her family shaped the path that led her to...

Q COSTA RICA — Accustomed to answering questions about security, the economy, or government decisions, this...

Barrio Escalante transforms into a corner of Canada with a food festival, eh!

Q COSTARICA — Barrio Escalante is celebrating Canadian gastronomy...

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