40 h. ago VIDEO: En cierre trepidante Real Madrid vence al Borussia Dortmund y habrá final adelantada

Este sábado el Real Madrid superó 3-2 al Borussia Dortmund en los cuartos de final del Mundial de Clubes 2025 que se disputa en Estados Unidos. Los blancos sellaron su pase a semifinales sufriendo en los últimos minutos de partido. Ahora su próximo rival será el PSG. Dicho partido quedó para el miércoles 9 de julio a la 1 pm (hora tica).   En tiempo de reposición hubo tres goles. El defensor merengue Huijsen fue expulsado tras derribar a Guirassy en el área. El delantero alemán lo transformó desde los once metros. Ese fue el 3-2 final al 98'. LAS ACCIONES Con los goles otra vez de Gonzalo García, cuatro tantos y una asistencia, y un Fran García incansable, los de Xabi Alonso superaron a un Dortmund inofensivo hasta un loco descuento que calmó Kylian Mbappé, pero que se cobró la expulsión de Dean Huijsen. El Madrid apretó oliendo ya las etapas finales de otro título, y enseñó la mano de su nuevo técnico, intervencionista y amante del 'rock and roll' en una primera mitad de ...

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41 h. ago Costa Rica Leads AI Adoption in Small Businesses Across Latin America

Costa Rica is standing out as a regional leader in artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). About 50% of Costa Rican SMEs now use AI tools in their daily operations, according to Trycore, a hyper-automation firm working across Latin America. These businesses are tapping into AI for tasks like customer […] The post Costa Rica Leads AI Adoption in Small Businesses Across Latin America appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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43 h. ago El legendario Municipal Puntarenas vuelve al fútbol costarricense tras 11 años de ausencia

Puntarenas está de fiesta. El histórico club Municipal Puntarenas, campeón nacional en 1986 y uno de los equipos más emblemáticos del Pacífico costarricense, vuelve oficialmente a competir tras más de una década fuera del mapa. El anuncio lo hizo este fin de semana Unión Porteña, club recientemente ascendido a la Segunda B de Linafa, quien confirmó que a partir de la próxima temporada jugarán bajo el glorioso nombre de Municipal Puntarenas Fútbol Club. Un pasado glorioso El Municipal Puntarenas fue campeón nacional en 1986, en una época de oro para el fútbol porteño. También fue subcampeón en varias ocasiones, consolidándose como una fuerza tradicional del balompié tico en las décadas de los 80 y 90. Jugaba sus partidos en el mítico Estadio Miguel “Lito” Pérez, donde miles vibraron con sus colores naranja y blanco. Fue un semillero de talentos que luego brillaron en clubes grandes y en la Selección Nacional. ¿Por qué desapareció? A pesar de su arraigo popular y éxito deportivo, el c...

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46 h. ago Viva Aerobus Connects Monterrey to San José, Costa Rica with New Route

Mexican airline Viva Aerobus is launching a new international route linking Monterrey, Nuevo León, with San José, Costa Rica, starting October 30, 2025. This direct flight offers travelers a convenient and affordable way to hop between these two dynamic cities, marking Viva’s first-ever service to Costa Rica. Flights will run twice weekly. From Monterrey, planes […] The post Viva Aerobus Connects Monterrey to San José, Costa Rica with New Route appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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50 h. ago Costa Rica’s Punta Leona Resort at Center of Beach Access Controversy

Punta Leona Beach Club & Nature Resort and the mayor of Garabito, Francisco González, are locked in a dispute over public access to Playa Blanca and Playa Mantas, as well as the legality of several constructions on the site. The mayor released a video during an inspection this Wednesday, in which he indicated there is […] The post Costa Rica’s Punta Leona Resort at Center of Beach Access Controversy appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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50 h. ago Peruvian Scientists Identify New Frog Species in Piura’s Highlands

A team of Peruvian scientists recently identified three new frog species in the misty peaks of the Huancabamba mountain range in northern Peru’s Piura region, according to the Peruvian Institute of Herpetology. Named Pristimantis chinguelas, Pristimantis nunezcortezi, and Pristimantis yonke, these amphibians add to the already diverse Pristimantis genus, which boasts over 600 species across […] The post Peruvian Scientists Identify New Frog Species in Piura’s Highlands appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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62 h. ago Costa Rica’s Wildlife and the Camera Trap Method That Won Me Over

To change your mind on previously strongly held convictions can be viewed in two different lights. You’re either an open-minded individual that allows new information to influence their beliefs or you’re a flip-flopper of the first degree whose opinions depend on the way the wind is blowing. I’m not sure if I’m open-minded or a flip-flopper, but I must […] The post Costa Rica’s Wildlife and the Camera Trap Method That Won Me Over appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. ago Costa Rica Faces Scrutiny After Murder of Exiled Nicaraguan Officer

The Costa Rican government is facing growing criticism after the murder of exiled Nicaraguan military officer Roberto Samcam, who was shot to death in San José on June 19 in what appears to be a targeted political assassination. Samcam had reportedly warned Costa Rica’s Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) about threats to his life, […] The post Costa Rica Faces Scrutiny After Murder of Exiled Nicaraguan Officer appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. ago Costa Rica’s Congress Expands Organized Crime Probe, Summons Ex

Costa Rica’s Legislative Assembly is intensifying its investigation into alleged links between public officials and organized crime. Earlier today, the Special Permanent Commission on Security and Drug Trafficking voted unanimously to summon former presidents Laura Chinchilla (2010–2014) and Luis Guillermo Solís (2014–2018) to testify before Congress regarding their potential connections to Celso Gamboa, a former […] The post Costa Rica’s Congress Expands Organized Crime Probe, Summons Ex-Presidents appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. ago VIDEO: Alajuelense presenta su nueva piel en una fecha muy especial

La noche de este jueves la Liga Deportiva Alajuelense tuvo un evento especial en el Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto. Los rojinegros presentaron los nuevos uniformes para la temporada 2025-2026. "100 años de historia de la camiseta rojinegra", publicó Alajuelense en sus redes sociales. Las camisetas son marca Umbro. Están disponibles en versiones para hombre y mujer por ₡41.900, y para niños por ₡33.900. También en manga larga exclusivamente para hombre en ₡43.900. Uniforme de local: El nuevo uniforme de local presenta el histórico rayado en rojo y negro con una propuesta visual refinada. Finas líneas verticales se extienden a lo largo de toda la camiseta, aportando dinamismo y elegancia. El diseño incluye un cuello tipo “button knock” en color negro, así como puños del mismo tono que enmarcan la silueta con fuerza. En el cuello se aprecia una estrella bordada a tono, símbolo del legado del club, mientras que en la parte posterior se incorpora un emblema retro con el año “1925”, homena...

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3 d. ago When Will Poás Volcano National Park Reopen? Here’s What We Know

Although Poás Volcano has entered a more stable phase and the alert level has been lowered to green, the national park will remain closed for the time being, according to Costa Rica’s National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC). Authorities say the popular tourist destination cannot reopen until safety conditions are fully assured. SINAC officials announced […] The post When Will Poás Volcano National Park Reopen? Here’s What We Know appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. ago Obesity in Costa Rica: A Growing Health Crisis After 35 Years of Change

Recent studies claim that about one-third of adults in Costa Rica are considered obese and another third overweight. Which means about two-thirds of adults are carrying too many kilos. It is a serious enough problem that the Costa Rica Department of Health has declared obesity as a chronic disease. I am not sure what to […] The post Obesity in Costa Rica: A Growing Health Crisis After 35 Years of Change appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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4 d. ago Costa Rica’s Chaves Slams Supreme Court as “National Disgrace” in Corruption Case

On Wednesday, President Rodrigo Chaves didn’t hold back. In his weekly press conference, he slammed the Supreme Court, calling it a “national disgrace” that’s “destroying the little credibility it has left.” His fiery words came just a day after the Court asked Congress to strip his immunity so he can face corruption charges. This clash […] The post Costa Rica’s Chaves Slams Supreme Court as “National Disgrace” in Corruption Case appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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4 d. ago Costa Rica Moves Forward with Crypto Regulation to Combat Financial Crime

Costa Rica’s Legislative Assembly has advanced a landmark bill targeting the regulation of virtual asset service providers (VASPs), aiming to bolster the nation’s defenses against money laundering, terrorist financing, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The bill, processed under file number 22.837 and first introduced by the administration of former President Carlos Alvarado […] The post Costa Rica Moves Forward with Crypto Regulation to Combat Financial Crime appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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5 d. ago Costa Rica Introduces New ₡500 Coin: Old One No Longer Valid

Visitors to Costa Rica this month should be aware of an important change to the country’s currency. As of Tuesday, July 1, the old gold-colored ₡500 coin is no longer accepted as legal tender. This means it cannot be used in shops, restaurants, or any other commercial establishments. Although the coin has lost its validity […] The post Costa Rica Introduces New ₡500 Coin: Old One No Longer Valid appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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5 d. ago Alligator Alcatraz: Trump’s Everglades Migrant Camp Draws Protests and Criticism

US President Donald Trump toured a new Florida migrant detention center dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz” on Tuesday, boasting about the harsh conditions and joking that the reptilian predators will serve as guards. The $450 million camp has been built on a disused airfield deep in the Florida Everglades and is surrounded by swamps that are home […] The post Alligator Alcatraz: Trump’s Everglades Migrant Camp Draws Protests and Criticism appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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5 d. ago Gonzalo: “Intento estar en el área y da igual meterla con la cabeza, rodilla o lo que sea”

(EFE).- Gonzalo García, autor del gol de la victoria del Real Madrid ante la Juventus (1-0) en octavos de final del Mundial de Clubes, aseguró tras su gol que “se podría decir que sí” es el remate de cabeza una de sus mejores virtudes, pero que él intenta “estar en ... La entrada Gonzalo: “Intento estar en el área y da igual meterla con la cabeza, rodilla o lo que sea” se publicó primero en Yashin Quesada.

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5 d. ago Guatemala Makes History as They Face USA in Gold Cup Semifinal Showdown

Desperate to show progress under Mauricio Pochettino, the United States is looking to secure a return to the CONCACAF Gold Cup final on Wednesday against an inspired Guatemala side that isn’t content with just a historic run. The match at Energizer Park Stadium in St. Louis (Missouri), kicking off at 23:00 GMT, marks Guatemala’s first […] The post Guatemala Makes History as They Face USA in Gold Cup Semifinal Showdown appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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5 d. ago Costa Rica’s top court seeks to strip President Chaves’ immunity over corruption case

Costa Rica’s top court seeks to strip President Chaves’ immunity over corruption case  Toronto Star

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6 d. ago Costa Rica Identified as Key Maritime Route for Cocaine Trafficking

Costa Rica appears among the main maritime and aerial routes for cocaine trafficking between South and North America, according to the World Drug Report 2025 published by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The maps included in the report, based on data from 2023 and 2024, highlight major cocaine transit routes in the Americas. […] The post Costa Rica Identified as Key Maritime Route for Cocaine Trafficking appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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