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Costa Rica: The Science Behind the Smile – Why It’s Called the Happiest Country in the World
Costa Rica News
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September 6, 2025
For years, Costa Rica has consistently topped global happiness rankings, most notably the **Happy Planet Index (HPI)**, earning it the unofficial title of the “Happiest Country in the World.” This isn’t just a catchy slogan; it’s the result of a...
Climate Change Will Change Construction Regulations in Costa Rica
Costa Rica News
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September 7, 2025
Costa Rica’s Construction Code currently addresses risks such as earthquakes that could affect a project. But new challenges such as climate emergencies have opened the door to a debate to update construction requirements based on threats ranging...
New visitor center opens at Costa Rica’s Tenorio Volcano National Park
Tico Times
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September 7, 2025
A new modern visitor center has opened at Tenorio Volcano National Park, enhancing the experience for tourists eager to explore the famed Río Celeste waterfall, the turquoise waters of Los Teñideros, and the rich biodiversity of the area. The...
Life at Costa Rica’s Stoplights: Street Vendors, Jugglers, and Survivors
Tico Times
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September 6, 2025
After over three decades here, experiencing a new “first” is a rarity. But yesterday afternoon, while idling at a stoplight, a young man approached my car and, without me asking or even nodding in approval, wiped my windshield clean with a...
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz Highlights China’s Influence in Costa Rica
Tico Times
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September 6, 2025
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz voiced sharp concerns about China’s growing hold in Central America at a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing on Tuesday. He focused on Costa Rica’s deep ties with Beijing and pressed nominees on ways to push back...
Costa Rica Held to 1-1 Draw by Nicaragua in Concacaf World Cup Qualifiers
Tico Times
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September 6, 2025
Costa Rica’s national team traveled to Managua expecting a strong start in the Concacaf World Cup qualifiers but left with just a point after a 1-1 draw against Nicaragua last night. La Sele took the lead early yet failed to capitalize on their...
Costa Rica’s San José to Build Advanced $4 Million Security Hub
Tico Times
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September 5, 2025
San Jose plans to start building a new security monitoring center next month with $4 million in funding from the United States. The project, delayed by nearly a year, aims to improve public safety as crime rates climb in our capital. Mayor Diego...
Costa Rica Coffee Growers Struggle with Exchange Rate Policy Effects
Tico Times
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September 5, 2025
Costa Rica’s coffee growers deal with tough times from a low exchange rate that cuts into their earnings, even as global coffee prices hit peaks not seen in decades. Producers in nearby countries cash in on the boom, but locals face falling...
Louize Carroll: A few cowboys and I rode halfway across Costa Rica over two weeks
Irish Examiner
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September 6, 2025
Bass guitarist with The Blizzards, composer and consultant psychologist, Louize Carroll lives between two creative worlds.Whether she’s penning compositions or exploring human connection, her travels have helped shape the person she is today....
Frontier announces 22-route expansion with big focus on Mexico, Caribbean and Central America
The Points Guy
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September 6, 2025
Frontier Airlines is plotting an aggressive expansion into Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean — and it's doubling down on fast growth at the world's busiest airport. The budget carrier this week announced a 22-route expansion, including...
DEA fears that Costa Rica could become a new route to the US for fentanyl precursors
Q Costa Rica
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September 5, 2025
Q COSTARICA — Costa Rica and Central America are already grappling with the effects of fentanyl — from its growing market and rising death tolls to the labs producing it and the violence tied to its trade. Regional authorities warn that the next...
The Central Valley Of Costa Rica Has Dozens Of Faults, Some Which Can Generate Earthquakes Up To 6.5 Magnitudes
MENAFN
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September 4, 2025
(MENAFN- Costa Rica News) The Central Valley in Costa Rica has dozens of faults, some of which can generate earthquakes with magnitudes of up to 6.5, according to the Volcanological and Seismological Observatory (OVSICORI). According to the...
Gastric Cancer: Puriscal, Hojancha, And Five Other Cantons Have The Highest Mortality Rates In Costa Rica
MENAFN
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September 4, 2025
(MENAFN- Costa Rica News) The cantons of Puriscal, Hojancha, Acosta, Dota, León Cortés, Alvarado, and Jiménez have the highest mortality rates from gastric cancer in Costa Rica. These areas exceed 20 deaths per 100,000 inhabitants, while the...
Trump Administration Proposes Deporting Migrant Abrego To Eswatini
StratNews Global
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September 6, 2025
Home Africa Trump Administration Proposes Deporting Migrant Abrego To Eswatini Abrego, originally from El Salvador and currently being held in an immigration detention center in Virginia, has no ties to Eswatini, a landlocked country bordering...
Tourism contributes US$9 billion annually to Dominican economy
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- The tourism sector contributes US$9 billion annually to the Dominican Republic’s economy through the country’s natural capital—the collection of natural resources and ecosystem services—representing 22% of the nation’s GDP,...
Costa Rica’s Digital Leap: TAM-1 Submarine Cable for 2025
Submarine Telecoms Forum
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September 4, 2025
By Subsea Cables by Telecom Review September 1, 2025 The Instituto Costarricense de Electricidad (ICE), through its commercial brand, kölbi, has announced the integration of the next-generation TAM-1 submarine cable, a strategic infrastructure...
Craft Recordings Reissues Classic Tico and Vaya Latin Albums from Celia Cruz and Johnny Pacheco on 180g Vinyl
eCoustics
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September 6, 2025
My journey into Latin music has been both joyous and a bit haphazard, often shaped by chance encounters with remarkable artists. One such discovery was Costa Rican–born Mexican ranchera singer Chavela Vargas, whose powerful artistry pulled me in...
Latin America-focused group Auxis acquired by Grant Thornton
Consultancy.org
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September 5, 2025
Auxis, a company with staff in four Latin American countries, has been acquired by Grant Thornton, a global accounting and advisory firm. Established in 1997, Auxis is a pioneer in Latin American outsourcing and business modernization services....
Trump administration says migrant Abrego could be deported to Eswatini
Hindustan Times
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September 6, 2025
By Ted Hesson and Jan Wolfe Trump administration says migrant Abrego could be deported to Eswatini WASHINGTON, Sept 5 - The Trump administration on Friday unveiled a plan to send Kilmar Abrego, whose arrest and fight to stay in the U.S. have...
Payless Costa Rica Boosts Bookings by 21% with RateGain's AI-Powered Pricing
Equity Bulls
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RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain), a global provider of AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, today announced the successful deployment of Rev-AI, its AI-driven demand forecasting and dynamic pricing...