6 h. ago Nicaragua moves 40 political prisoners to house arrest amid US pressure

The Nicaraguan government placed 40 political prisoners under house arrest on Saturday, at a time when pressure from the United States is mounting against it and its main ally Venezuela, according to exiled media outlets and activist groups.Nicaraguan outlets operating from abroad, mainly in Costa Rica, such as La Prensa, Confidencial and 100% Noticias, reported […] The post Nicaragua moves 40 political prisoners to house arrest amid US pressure appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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10 h. ago Chicharrones Festival in Puriscal: A Celebration of Costa Rican Culinary Heritage and Rural Tourism

Chicharrones Festival in Puriscal: A Celebration of Costa Rican Culinary Heritage and Rural Tourism  Travel And Tour World

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11 h. ago EU to Send First Observer Mission for Costa Rica’s 2026 Elections

The European Union has agreed to send an observer mission to monitor the country’s national elections for the first time, marking a new step in international oversight of the voting process. The mission will focus on key elements of the electoral system ahead of the February 1, vote. Tribunal Supremo de Elecciones (TSE) officials received […] The post EU to Send First Observer Mission for Costa Rica’s 2026 Elections appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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11 h. ago Puriscal Chicharrones Festival in Costa Rica Underway Through December 8

Puriscal Chicharrones Festival in Costa Rica Underway Through December 8  CentralAmerica.com

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12 h. ago Flying to Costa Rica? Everything Travelers Need to Know About Avianca Flight Disruptions and How to Navigate Central American Connections Smoothly

Flying to Costa Rica? Everything Travelers Need to Know About Avianca Flight Disruptions and How to Navigate Central American Connections Smoothly  Travel And Tour World

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15 h. ago Rincón de la Vieja Volcano (Costa Rica) Activity Update Nov 28, 2025

Rincón de la Vieja Volcano (Costa Rica) Activity Update Nov 28, 2025 - Unrest  Volcano Discovery

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15 h. ago Costa Rica and US Seize 4.4 Tons of Cocaine in Pacific Operation

Costa Rican and U.S. authorities completed a joint maritime operation that led to the seizure of 4.4 tons of cocaine, dealing a substantial hit to drug trafficking networks operating between South and North America. The action took place about 170 nautical miles from Puerto Golfito in the Pacific Ocean. Costa Rican Coast Guard teams worked […] The post Costa Rica and US Seize 4.4 Tons of Cocaine in Pacific Operation appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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15 h. ago Kyrgios Eyes Australian Open Return with Kooyong Classic Entry

Nick Kyrgios has given his strongest hint yet of a full-scale return to competitive tennis by entering the Kooyong Classic, a key warm-up ahead of the 2026 Australian Open. The Australian star, known for his flair and crowd-pulling antics, signed up for the exhibition event on Tuesday. Set for January 13 to 15 at Melbourne’s […] The post Kyrgios Eyes Australian Open Return with Kooyong Classic Entry appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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17 h. ago Trump Announces Pardon for Convicted Former Honduran President Hernández

President Donald Trump declared on Friday that he plans to grant a full pardon to Juan Orlando Hernández, the former president of Honduras serving a 45-year sentence in the United States for drug trafficking convictions. The announcement came days before Honduras holds its national elections, raising questions about U.S. influence in Central American politics. Hernández, […] The post Trump Announces Pardon for Convicted Former Honduran President Hernández appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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23 h. ago Driver crashes into deep ditch during Costa Rica car enthusiast event

Driver crashes into deep ditch during Costa Rica car enthusiast event  Yahoo News UK

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26 h. ago Germany Unites With Italy, Turkey, China, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, And More As Canada Strengthens Travel Advisory Due To Escalating Security Threats, Protests, And Border Control Measures

Germany Unites With Italy, Turkey, China, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, And More As Canada Strengthens Travel Advisory Due To Escalating Security Threats, Protests, And Border Control Measures  Travel And Tour World

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31 h. ago Avianca Flight Disruptions Hit Costa Rica and All Central America

Colombian airline Avianca announced today that software issues in its Airbus A320 aircraft will cause major flight interruptions across its network, including key routes in Central America. The carrier expects these problems to last at least 10 days, leaving passengers in Costa Rica, El Salvador, and other regional hubs facing cancellations and delays. The disruptions […] The post Avianca Flight Disruptions Hit Costa Rica and All Central America appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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33 h. ago Better than Costa Rica where sloths hide in canopy Galápagos walks you past giant tortoises for $200 flat

Better than Costa Rica where sloths hide in canopy Galápagos walks you past giant tortoises for $200 flat  Journée Mondiale

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33 h. ago Costa Rica, U.S. seize over 4 tonnes of cocaine bound for North America, authorities say

Costa Rica, U.S. seize over 4 tonnes of cocaine bound for North America, authorities say  AnewZ

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35 h. ago Miguel Herrera Opens Up on Costa Rica’s Heartbreaking World Cup Miss

Mexican coach Miguel Herrera returned home after a tough stint with the Costa Rican national team, sharing his raw thoughts on the squad’s inability to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. The failure marks the first time since 2010 that Los Ticos will sit out the global tournament, leaving fans and players alike grappling with […] The post Miguel Herrera Opens Up on Costa Rica’s Heartbreaking World Cup Miss appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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36 h. ago ¿Fernando Batista a La Sele? La FCRF habló con su representante

El Comité Ejecutivo de la Federación Costarricense de Fútbol ya inició gestiones para la escogencia del nuevo técnico de la Selección Nacional de Costa Rica. Este medio pudo verificar que personeros de la FCRF ya hablaron con el representante del técnico argentino Fernando Batista. El Comité Ejecutivo busca tener varios ..... La entrada ¿Fernando Batista a La Sele? La FCRF habló con su representante se publicó primero en Yashin Quesada.

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36 h. ago Piojo Herrera will still be part of the 2026 World Cup despite Costa Rica missing out on qualification

Piojo Herrera will still be part of the 2026 World Cup despite Costa Rica missing out on qualification  Mundo Deportivo

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37 h. ago U.S. and Costa Rican authorities seize cocaine in offshore operation

U.S. and Costa Rican authorities seize cocaine in offshore operation  Reuters Connect

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37 h. ago Women’s World Cup 2031: 35 locations, 50 stadiums submitted for U.S., Mexico, Costa Rica, Jamaica bid

Women’s World Cup 2031: 35 locations, 50 stadiums submitted for U.S., Mexico, Costa Rica, Jamaica bid - The Athletic  The New York Times

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38 h. ago Los árbitros de experiencia fueron designados para la jornada 17 del Apertura

El cierre de la fase regular del Torneo de Apertura 2025 se encuentra al rojo vivo con tres clubes peleando por clasificarse a las semifinales del certamen, así como también está la pelea por el liderato y la segunda posición.  Para esta trascendental fecha, el Comité de Arbitraje de la Federación Costarricense de Fútbol (Fedefútbol) dio a conocer a los árbitros que estarán a cargo de los cinco compromisos que se llevaran a cabo entre sábado y domingo. Para está ocasión se nombraron a árbitros de experiencia: Rigo Prendas (Guadalupe-Pérez Zeledón), Pablo Camacho (Herediano-San Carlos), Steven Madrigal (Cartaginés-Alajuelense), Keylor Herrera (Saprissa-Liberia) y Anthony Bravo (Puntarenas-Sporting). Pérez Zeledón y Herediano llegan a esta fecha con la obligación de sacar los 3 puntos para mantener viva su ilusión de clasificarse a las semifinales y esperar que Liberia no logre sumar unidades frente a Saprissa. A la fase regular del Apertura le restan dos jornadas y la diferencia...

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