42 h. ago El Salvador Journalists Warn of Rising Repression Under Bukele Government

The main journalists’ association in El Salvador denounced on Sunday the increase in “persecution” against media outlets and human rights defenders by the government of Nayib Bukele, accusing it of creating a climate of “fear” in the country. The complaint comes amid strong criticism from international organizations, which also accuse Bukele, an ally of U.S. […] The post El Salvador Journalists Warn of Rising Repression Under Bukele Government appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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53 h. ago China Donates 100 Buses to Nicaragua Amid Ongoing International Sanctions

China donated 100 buses to Nicaragua on Saturday, in a new installment of aid to the government of Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo, which faces U.S. and European sanctions for human rights violations. The public transport buses were delivered during a nighttime event in central Managua, led by the presidential couple and accompanied by music. […] The post China Donates 100 Buses to Nicaragua Amid Ongoing International Sanctions appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. ago Chaves’ Complaint Sparks Debate on Press Freedom in Costa Rica Media Clash

Costa Rica President Rodrigo Chaves filed a criminal complaint against two Teletica journalists, Álvaro Sánchez Córdoba and Christian Montero Ulate, for publishing his personal phone number on their personal Facebook accounts. The Presidential Office labeled the act “condemnable and illegal,” sparking a heated controversy that led to the journalists’ dismissal from Teletica Canal 7. The […] The post Chaves’ Complaint Sparks Debate on Press Freedom in Costa Rica Media Clash appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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4 d. ago Cybercrime Surges in Costa Rica as Banking Fraud Hits Record

Cybercrime is hitting Costa Ricans hard, with scams and fraud becoming a daily reality for many. An average of 38 people fall victim to electronic scams every day, a number that’s climbing fast. Between 2020 and 2024, banking cyber fraud cases skyrocketed by 668%, and experts warn 2025 could set a new record. If trends […] The post Cybercrime Surges in Costa Rica as Banking Fraud Hits Record appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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5 d. ago Critics Warn New Water Law in Costa Rica Threatens Biodiversity & Aquifers

Costa Rica’s push to modernize its water management with a new Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) law has hit a rough patch. Environmental groups, with over 100 organizations voicing opposition, argue the bill takes a big step backward on environmental and social fronts. While the 1942 Water Law needs an update to handle today’s population […] The post Critics Warn New Water Law in Costa Rica Threatens Biodiversity & Aquifers appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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6 d. ago Costa Rica’s Housing Crisis Persists Amid High Rents and Subsidy Cuts

In Costa Rica, the dream of owning a home remains out of reach for many, as high rental costs and budget cuts to housing subsidies deepen our country’s housing crisis. The Ombudsman’s Office reports that families in poverty face significant barriers to accessing decent housing, with rising rents consuming a large portion of their income, […] The post Costa Rica’s Housing Crisis Persists Amid High Rents and Subsidy Cuts appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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7 d. ago Watch Cat Caught Smuggling Drugs into Costa Rica’s Pococí Penitentiary

Prison guards at Pococí Penitentiary in Costa Rica intercepted an unlikely smuggler: a black-and-white cat carrying drugs taped to its body. The incident, which has sparked global attention, highlights the persistent challenge of contraband in the nation’s prisons amid rising organized crime. According to a Facebook statement from Costa Rica’s Ministry of Justice, officers spotted […] The post Watch Cat Caught Smuggling Drugs into Costa Rica’s Pococí Penitentiary appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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7 d. ago Costa Rica Faces Growing Democratic Challenges, Experts Warn

The deterioration of democracy in Costa Rica is a problem that should raise alarms and draw the attention of the population, according to experts. Spanish professor José Luis Ros Medina, during a seminar organized by the National University (UNA), stated that “Costa Rica should start worrying.” The specialist pointed out that the country faces institutional […] The post Costa Rica Faces Growing Democratic Challenges, Experts Warn appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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9 d. ago Venezuelan Migrants in El Salvador Gain Appeal Rights After SCOTUS Decision

Lawyers for the 252 Venezuelan migrants deported by the U.S. government under Donald Trump and held for two months in El Salvador denounced on Friday that their clients are victims of “physical” and “moral” torture. A law firm hired by the Venezuelan government has been unable to visit the migrants in the mega-prison where they […] The post Venezuelan Migrants in El Salvador Gain Appeal Rights After SCOTUS Decision appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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1 week ago Safety Concerns & Rising Costs: Has Costa Rica Lost Its Appeal To Travelers?

Safety Concerns & Rising Costs: Has Costa Rica Lost Its Appeal To Travelers?  Travel Off Path

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2 w. ago Costa Rica’s Punta Uva Beach Named Among Top 50 Beaches for 2025

Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast is making waves again. Punta Uva Beach in Limón province secured the 41st spot on The World’s 50 Best Beaches list for 2025, as announced by worlds50beaches.com. Voted on by over 1,000 travel experts, including influencers and journalists, this ranking highlights the beach’s natural beauty and laid-back charm. It’s a proud […] The post Costa Rica’s Punta Uva Beach Named Among Top 50 Beaches for 2025 appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago US Travel Crackdown Expands As Trump Deports Migrants To Mexico, El Salvador, Honduras, Costa Rica, And Panama

US Travel Crackdown Expands As Trump Deports Migrants To Mexico, El Salvador, Honduras, Costa Rica, And Panama  Travel And Tour World

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2 w. ago Expotur 2025: Crime and Rising Costs Challenge Costa Rica’s Tourism

Expotur 2025, Costa Rica’s premier tourism trade show, recently concluded at the Costa Rica Convention Center, showcasing our country’s latest strategies to remain a leader in global tourism. The event, organized by the Costa Rican Association of Tourism Professionals (ACOPROT), brought together over 120 local businesses and buyers from 27 countries, underscoring Costa Rica’s commitment […] The post Expotur 2025: Crime and Rising Costs Challenge Costa Rica’s Tourism appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago El Salvador Denies Gang Pact Amid New Allegations from Barrio 18 Leaders

El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele on Saturday shared images of gang members in a mega-prison to discredit statements made by two leaders of the Quarter 18 gang to the digital newspaper The Lighthouse about an alleged deal that helped him rise to power in 2019. “Bukele made a pact with the gangs,” the president wrote […] The post El Salvador Denies Gang Pact Amid New Allegations from Barrio 18 Leaders appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago UNHCR Warns Funding Cuts Threaten Refugee Support in Costa Rica

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) warns that a 41% funding cut is jeopardizing support for refugees in Costa Rica, especially Nicaraguans fleeing repression. With over 222,000 asylum claims pending, the country’s asylum system is buckling. Nicaraguans escape political crackdowns, human rights abuses, and economic collapse, sparked by 2018 protests and worsened by […] The post UNHCR Warns Funding Cuts Threaten Refugee Support in Costa Rica appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago U.S. Embassy in Honduras Issues Urgent Alert Over Mass Shooting Threats

The United States Embassy in Honduras issued a security alert warning of potential mass shooting threats targeting three locations in the capital, Tegucigalpa. The alert, based on information reportedly received from the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), identified Elliot Dover Christian School, the Government Civic Center (Centro Cívico Gubernamental), and an unnamed shopping mall […] The post U.S. Embassy in Honduras Issues Urgent Alert Over Mass Shooting Threats appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 w. ago Canadian Government Issues Critical New Safety Alert For Costa Rica As Crime Reaches Disturbing Levels

Canadian Government Issues Critical New Safety Alert For Costa Rica As Crime Reaches Disturbing Levels  Travel And Tour World

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3 w. ago Another Country Embraces El Salvador's Hardline Approach To Crime With New Mega

Another Country Embraces El Salvador's Hardline Approach To Crime With New Mega-Prison  Latin Times

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3 w. ago Costa Rica’s Security Crisis Threatens Tourism in Key Destinations

A report prepared by the Legislative Assembly, cited by local media outlet El Observador last week, concluded that rising insecurity in Costa Rica is undermining tourism activity, a critical economic sector contributing 8.2% to GDP. If Costa Rican authorities do not take immediate action, the impact could worsen, compromising tourist arrivals and the country’s global […] The post Costa Rica’s Security Crisis Threatens Tourism in Key Destinations appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 w. ago Canadian Government Sounds The Alarm On Costa Rica With A New Travel Advisory Update

Canadian Government Sounds The Alarm On Costa Rica With A New Travel Advisory Update  TheTravel

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