20 h. ago Environment Day 2025: Progress, Challenges, and What Comes Next

June 5th is International Environment Day, established by the United Nations in 1972 to call attention to issues involving the environment. The idea promised us a brighter future, a cleaner world, and an awareness of taking care of the earth. Fifty-three years have passed since the first Environment Day, and we still see garbage pumped […] The post Environment Day 2025: Progress, Challenges, and What Comes Next appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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40 h. ago El complejo panorama de Joel Campbell y Arón Suárez en Alajuelense  

La Liga Deportiva Alajuelense tiene en análisis el futuro de varios jugadores, entre ellos Joel Campbell y Aarón Suárez. En el caso de Joel tiene contrato hasta junio del 2026 y Suárez hasta diciembre del mismo año.   Según pudo conocer el programa Al Pie del Deporte y www.everardoherrera.com, en la Liga están valorando seriamente la opción de finiquitarles el contrato o enviarlos a préstamo. {loadposition lucila-articulo} ¿INCIDE LA PARTE ECONOMICA PARA DESPRENDERSE DE CAMPBELL? Para Alajuelense no sería mayor impedimento, en lo económico, cortar su relación con Joel.     El tres veces mundialista tiene un contrato con Alajuelense que es razonable y la otra parte la cubre un patrocinador. El ambiente para una continuidad de Campbell con los manudos no es buena. Su nivel desde que regresó del préstamo en Brasil ha sido muy pobre. Por eso es que en la directiva no ven mal desprenderse de un jugador caro y apostar por otro delantero. Joel, durante el Torneo de Clausura ...

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45 h. ago Costa Rica’s Pavones Resists Demolitions to Protect Its Legacy

Pavones, a small surfing paradise in Golfito, Costa Rica, faces a growing battle to protect its iconic wave, local community, and fragile ecosystem. Known for its 800-meter left break—one of the longest in the world—Pavones draws surfers and nature lovers to its grey-sand beaches and dense jungles. But recent actions by the Golfito Municipality have […] The post Costa Rica’s Pavones Resists Demolitions to Protect Its Legacy appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. ago VIDEO: Minor Díaz tenía todo listo para ser técnico de Herediano y está muy molesto con presidente de Guanacasteca

El entrenador de la Asociación Deportiva Guanacasteca, Minor Díaz, vive una gran incertidumbre en el club pampero. Tras la expulsión de la ADG de la primera división por parte del Comité de Licencias, todavía no se sabe qué pasará con el futuro del equipo. Hubo una apelación y se está a la espera de una respuesta. Minor brindó una entrevista a Tigo Sports en donde habla de la preocupación que hay y su molestia hacia el presidente de Guanacasteca, Jorge Arias. "A nivel general en la provincia hay una incertidumbre, nos preguntan que va a pasar, no sabemos si vamos a poder competir, la situación no es fácil, tenemos un atraso de dos meses de salario, todos tenemos familia y es muy complicado", expresó.  "El presidente Jorge Arias no me contesta un mensaje desde el 17 de marzo, no hay una respuesta de nadie, uno no entiende, la postura que el tiene como presidente no es la mejor", añadió.   NEGOCIACIÓN CON HEREDIANO Durante la charla, Minor reveló que ha tenido ofertas para s...

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3 d. ago Wildlife Trafficking Jumps in Costa Rica, Threatening Biodiversity

Costa Rica is dealing with yet another sharp rise in wildlife trafficking, now our country’s third most common environmental crime. Reports highlighted intensified efforts by authorities to curb this growing threat, which endangers our nation’s incredible array of life. Park rangers and police recently uncovered cases involving species like capybaras, parrots, and reptiles, with five […] The post Wildlife Trafficking Jumps in Costa Rica, Threatening Biodiversity appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. ago Three new orchid species endemic to Costa Rica and Panama discovered

Three new orchid species endemic to Costa Rica and Panama discovered  Phys.org

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6 d. ago VIDEO: Respuesta de Keylor Navas sobre el Levante genera preocupación en aficionados de Newell's

El portero costarricense, Keylor Navas, llegó este 2025 al equipo de Newell's Old Boys y rápidamente empezó a destacar con grandes actuaciones.  El rendimiento del ex-Real Madrid atrajo la atención del Levante, club que logró el ascenso a primera recientemente y donde Navas jugó entre 2011 y 2014. Navas se encuentra en Costa Rica con la Sele y fue consultado sobre el interés del equipo español. "En este momento estoy pensando en la selección, tengo un contrato con Newell's, entonces vamos a estar tranquilos, vamos a disfrutar, y como digo siempre, el futuro nadie lo sabe, entonces hablar del futuro es un poco como tirar al aire a lo que salga. Entonces ya veremos si en algún momento hay algún cambio o seguimos en el mismo lugar. Vamos a tener tiempo para hablar de eso", respondió. {loadposition lucila-articulo} ¿Hay ofertas? "Siempre hay cositas ahí que gracias a Dios la gente valora nuestro trabajo y bueno, vamos a pensar en selección. Yo creo que ahorita ese es nuestro enfoqu...

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7 d. ago Costa Rica’s Southern Infrastructure Push Raises Biodiversity Concerns

Costa Rica’s southern region, home to the Osa Peninsula and Corcovado National Park, boasts some of the planet’s richest biodiversity. Jaguars, tapirs, and scarlet macaws thrive in rainforests that draw eco-tourists from across the globe. But local conservationists warn that infrastructure projects, like road expansions and potential electrification, could harm these fragile ecosystems if not […] The post Costa Rica’s Southern Infrastructure Push Raises Biodiversity Concerns appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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7 d. ago New Costa Rica Law Threatens Coastal Ecosystems and Local Communities

Costa Rica’s proposed Law for the Development and Promotion of the Maritime Terrestrial Zone aims to loosen restrictions on commercial and tourist activities in our coastal public zones. However, the University of Costa Rica (UCR), backed by over 70 environmental and community organizations, warns that the bill threatens the nation’s ecosystems and coastal communities. The […] The post New Costa Rica Law Threatens Coastal Ecosystems and Local Communities appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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9 d. ago Scientists warn: collapse of iconic insect species threatens our future

Scientists warn: collapse of iconic insect species threatens our future  Diario AS

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1 week 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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1 week ago VIDEO: Juan Carlos Rojas le pide a los morados tener "cabeza fría en medio de la tormenta"  

El presidente del Deportivo Saprissa, Juan Carlos Rojas, habló por primera vez luego de la caída de los morados ante Alajuelense por la final de segunda fase del Torneo Clausura 2025. En una entrevista al programa Los Saprissa el jerarca tibaseño hizo un análisis de la temporada y lo que se viene a futuro.   "Estoy dolido, es difícil una eliminación inesperada. Nuestras aspiraciones llegaban hasta el título. Ahora corresponde redoblar esfuerzos y hacer una autocrítica profunda", declaró Rojas. "Tuvimos una primera vuelta muy complicada, intervinieron varios factores. No deseamos depender de la última jornada para buscar la clasificación. Esto nos obliga a reflexionar sobre decisiones importantes. Lo que le puedo decir al saprissismo es que aspiramos a lo más alto y que un torneo como este no es representativo de lo que queremos planificar, de lo que queremos para este club y lo que la afición se merece", añadió. {loadposition lucila-articulo} UN AÑO EN BLANCO "Imagínese la exig...

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1 week 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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2 w. 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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2 w. 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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2 w. ago Young Capuchins Kidnap Baby Howler Monkeys in Panama, Study Finds

A new trend is catching on among bored young male capuchins: kidnapping baby howler monkeys, in what scientists say is the first time animals have been recorded stealing another species’ infants for no apparent reason. PhD student Zoe Goldsborough first noticed something wrong in 2022 while sifting through footage captured by motion-triggered cameras on Jicaron, […] The post Young Capuchins Kidnap Baby Howler Monkeys in Panama, Study Finds appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago New Costa Rica specialist seeks agents' help as it targets 'unique' niche

New Costa Rica specialist seeks agents' help as it targets 'unique' niche  TTG - Travel industry news

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2 w. ago Living with Costa Rica’s Spiders: An Expat’s Wild Encounters

I’m going to come out and say it immediately, I’m not particularly knowledgeable about Costa Rica’s spiders. This little country boasts over 2,000 species that come in a dizzying variety of sizes, shapes, and colors and you would need to talk to a knowledgeable arachnologist (arachnid scientist) to get any information about the vast majority […] The post Living with Costa Rica’s Spiders: An Expat’s Wild Encounters appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago Trump suspends asylum system, leaving immigrants to face an uncertain future

Trump suspends asylum system, leaving immigrants to face an uncertain future  WFMJ.com

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