66 h. ago Venezuela’s Maduro wins landslide in election boycotted by opposition

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s party swept the board in parliamentary and regional elections that were boycotted by the opposition in protest over his disputed re-election last year. The United Socialist Party of Venezuela won 23 out of 24 state governor positions and scored 82.68 percent of the votes cast for lists of National Assembly members, the […] The post Venezuela’s Maduro wins landslide in election boycotted by opposition appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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4 d. ago Álvaro Zamora narra calvario que atraviesa en Grecia y revela que tuvo que pedirle plata a técnico de la Sele

El futbolista Álvaro Zamora se suma a la lista de jugadores costarricenses que viven experiencias negativas jugando en Grecia. Zamora llegó al Aris de Salónica a mediados del 2023 tras salir del Deportivo Saprissa. Firmó un contrato hasta junio del 2028. La situación para el tico es muy compleja en lo económico. Así lo expresó el propio jugador en una entrevista con el periodista Estefan Monge al hacer un balance de su última temporada. "Fue un año de muchas experiencias, no tan positivas, de mucho aprendizaje, autocontrol, mentalmente pude trabajar muchos aspectos que no había vivido antes, para ser sincero no fue un año bueno, hubo muchas situaciones extra futbolísticas que ocurrieron y no las esperaba", expresó Zamora.   "Desde que llegué el primer año noté desinterés en mi persona, fue muy complicado ganarme el puesto, iba y venía, al final terminé jugando, disputé final de Copa, metiendo goles, jugando en la selección y disputé la Copa América. Luego hice pretemporada con ...

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5 d. ago Costa Rica Seizes Capybaras in Historic Wildlife Trafficking

Costa Rican police conducted a groundbreaking operation, seizing five capybaras—a non-native species—in the country’s first recorded case of capybara trafficking. The seizure occurred during a vehicle checkpoint on Route 34, Costanera Sur, in Orotina, Alajuela, along the Pacific coast. The incident began when a vehicle attempted to evade a police roadblock in the Mollejones sector. […] The post Costa Rica Seizes Capybaras in Historic Wildlife Trafficking appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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6 d. ago Marriott International Announces Landmark Launch of St. Regis Papagayo Resort in Costa Rica Elevating Luxury Hospitality in Central America

Marriott International Announces Landmark Launch of St. Regis Papagayo Resort in Costa Rica Elevating Luxury Hospitality in Central America  Travel And Tour World

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7 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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8 d. ago A cat carrying drugs around in a prison in Costa Rica, South America, has been caught by prison guar..

A cat carrying drugs around in a prison in Costa Rica, South America, has been caught by prison guar..  매일경제

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9 d. ago How US Tariffs on Imports Are Quietly Fueling a Boom in Medical Tourism: Why More Americans Are Choosing Care to Mexico, India, Thailand, and Costa Rica, What You Need To Know

How US Tariffs on Imports Are Quietly Fueling a Boom in Medical Tourism: Why More Americans Are Choosing Care to Mexico, India, Thailand, and Costa Rica, What You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

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9 d. ago JLL Expands In Costa Rica, Now Its Top HQ Site In Latin America

JLL Expands In Costa Rica, Now Its Top HQ Site In Latin America  Business Facilities

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9 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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1 week ago American Airlines Makes Travel To Costa Rica, Panama, Nicaragua, And More Across US, Caribbean and Central America Affordable With Over One Million Low

American Airlines Makes Travel To Costa Rica, Panama, Nicaragua, And More Across US, Caribbean and Central America Affordable With Over One Million Low-Mileage Award Seats  Travel And Tour World

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1 week ago Canada, US, Mexico, Jamaica, Bahamas, Belize, Barbados, and Costa Rica travel boosted as American, United, Delta Air Lines, and more lead North America with outstanding on

Canada, US, Mexico, Jamaica, Bahamas, Belize, Barbados, and Costa Rica travel boosted as American, United, Delta Air Lines, and more lead North America with outstanding on-time arrival records this April 2025: New Report You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

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2 w. ago Costa Rica Boosts Birdwatching Tourism with New Observation Towers

Costa Rica is strengthening its position as a top destination for birdwatching tourism, a vital contributor to its rural economies. Our country boasts over 900 bird species—surpassing the total found across North America—making it a must place to visit for bird watchers worldwide. Today, two new birdwatching towers were inaugurated in the southern region, one […] The post Costa Rica Boosts Birdwatching Tourism with New Observation Towers appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago Uruguay’s ‘World’s Poorest President’ Jose Mujica Dies as Tributes Pour In

Tributes poured in from across Latin America on Tuesday following the death of Uruguay’s former president Jose “Pepe” Mujica, an ex-guerrilla fighter revered by the left for his humility and progressive politics. The 89-year-old — who spent a dozen years behind bars for revolutionary activity — lost his battle against cancer after announcing in January […] The post Uruguay’s ‘World’s Poorest President’ Jose Mujica Dies as Tributes Pour In appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago Paulo Wanchope confirma baja de Ariel Rodríguez para la vuelta de semifinales ante Herediano

Paulo César Wanchope, entrenador del Deportivo Saprissa, no ocultó que para el juego de este miércoles ante el Club Sport Herediano en el estadio Carlos Alvarado tendrán una baja sensible en ataque. Se trata del delantero Ariel Rodríguez, quien sufrió una desgarro muscular grado 1 en el bíceps femoral durante el partido ante Pérez Zeledón. {loadposition lucila-articulo} “No, no queremos apurarlo. Preferimos llevarlo con cautela, aunque está haciendo las cosas bien. Ya trotó, está progresando, pero con cautela. Esperamos tenerlo para lo que viene, Dios quiera”, expresó ‘Chope’. Ariel Rodríguez ya había sido baja en la ida de las semifinales. {loadposition lucila-video} El partido de este miércoles en el Carlos Alvarado esta programado para las 8:45 p.m. y Saprissa llega con una ventaja de 4-0 tras la ida. MÁS INFORMACIÓN Leonel Moreira cambiará de equipo para el próximo torneo Papa León XIV abre la puerta a jugar un partido benéfico pero con una condición Bayern Múnich dispuesto a ti...

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2 w. ago Mexico, Costa Rica, And Guatemala To See Significant Boost In Connectivity With American Airlines’ New International Routes From Chicago, US

Mexico, Costa Rica, And Guatemala To See Significant Boost In Connectivity With American Airlines’ New International Routes From Chicago, US  Travel And Tour World

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2 w. ago American Airlines Expands Service from Chicago O’Hare to Mexico, the Caribbean, Guatemala, and Costa Rica, Adding More Flights to Popular Warm

American Airlines Expands Service from Chicago O’Hare to Mexico, the Caribbean, Guatemala, and Costa Rica, Adding More Flights to Popular Warm-Weather Destinations  Travel And Tour World

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2 w. ago Costa Rica Leads Latin America in Life Sciences Sector Growth

Costa Rica has solidified its position as the leading hub in the area of life sciences for Latin America. According to recent industry data, the country ranks first in the region for both the volume of square meters developed and under construction for life sciences facilities and the number of jobs created in this field. […] The post Costa Rica Leads Latin America in Life Sciences Sector Growth appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago More than one hundred experts will meet in Costa Rica to debate the future of the bioeconomy in the Americas and throughout the world

More than one hundred experts will meet in Costa Rica to debate the future of the bioeconomy in the Americas and throughout the world  SKNVibes

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2 w. ago Costa Rica Faces Backlash Over Migrant Detentions and Rights Abuses

Costa Rica violated the rights of over 200 migrants deported by the United States—including 81 children—according to a report by the Center for Justice and International Law (CEJIL), the Jesuit Migrant Service (SJM-CR), and the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC). A lawsuit filed before the U.N. claims the detentions risked long-term harm to minors. The […] The post Costa Rica Faces Backlash Over Migrant Detentions and Rights Abuses appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago Alajuelense confirma horario para juego ante Puntarenas en el Morera Soto

Liga Deportiva Alajuelense ha confirmado este jueves el horario del partido de vuelta de semifinales ante Puntarenas FC. El juego será el miércoles 14 de mayo a las 6:45 p.m. en el estadio Alejandro Morera Soto. {loadposition lucila-articulo} Los manudos también informaron que ya se encuentran en preventa las entradas para este juego, las cuales se pueden adquirir en la página boleterialaliga.com. Los precios van desde los ¢5.000 en Popular Norte / Popular Oeste hasta los ¢15.000 en Platea Este Preferencial. {loadposition lucila-video} Asimismo, dejan claro que todo niño mayor a 2 años deberá pagar su entrada. La ida de las semifinales entre porteños y manudos será este domingo 11 de mayo aún por confirmarse la hora. MÁS INFORMACIÓN Tottenham derrotó al Bodo Glimt y es finalista de la Europa League Manchester United selló clasificación a la final de la Europa League con nueva goleada al Athletic Club Bilbao Pérez Zeledón anuncia sus primeras bajas para el Apertura 2025 Registro Naci...

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