5 h. ago ‘They processed me like a criminal’: Ontario woman denied entry to Costa Rica over torn passport

‘They processed me like a criminal’: Ontario woman denied entry to Costa Rica over torn passport  CP24

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21 h. ago Tropical hotspot security alert warns of criminal gangs and 'armed robberies' at rental properties

Tropical hotspot security alert warns of criminal gangs and 'armed robberies' at rental properties  Fox News

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21 h. ago La alerta de seguridad de la zona tropical alerta sobre bandas de delincuentes y "robos a mano armada" en viviendas de alquiler

La alerta de seguridad de la zona tropical alerta sobre bandas de delincuentes y "robos a mano armada" en viviendas de alquiler  Fox News

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48 h. ago Trump Warns Venezuela Airspace is Completely Closed as Tensions Escalate

United States President Donald Trump warned this Saturday that the airspace over and around Venezuela should be considered completely closed, in the context of an escalating confrontation with leftist president Nicolás Maduro. “To all airlines, pilots, drug traffickers and human traffickers, please consider that the airspace over and around Venezuela is closed in its entirety,” […] The post Trump Warns Venezuela Airspace is Completely Closed as Tensions Escalate appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. 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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3 d. ago In Memory of Carlos Alvarado Valverde: A Highly Regarded Authority on Costa Rican Security

Carlos Alvarado Valverde, former director of the Coast Guard, former head of the Costa Rican Drug Control Institute (ICD), and respected security analyst, died Thursday at the age of 64. He had been experiencing health complications for about a month and had been hospitalized in Alajuela. Following in the footsteps of his father, Manuel Alvarado, […] The post In Memory of Carlos Alvarado Valverde: A Highly Regarded Authority on Costa Rican Security appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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4 d. ago Miguel Herrera: “Los medios ticos juzgan como si fueras un criminal”

El técnico Miguel Herrera habló por primera vez tras quedar fuera de la Selección Nacional de Costa Rica. El timonel mexicano fue cesado de su cargo tras la no clasificación tica al Mundial del 2026. Herrera arribó este jueves a su país y fue abordado por los medios de comunicación. ..... La entrada Miguel Herrera: “Los medios ticos juzgan como si fueras un criminal” se publicó primero en Yashin Quesada.

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4 d. ago Miguel Herrera regresó a México con fuertes críticas a la prensa de Costa Rica: "Juzgan como si uno fuera criminal" (VIDEO)

El entrenador mexicano Miguel 'Piojo' Herrera, regresó a su país después de su aventura en Costa Rica y de que fracasara el intento de llevar a la 'Sele' al Mundial del 2026. Ante esto, el 'Piojo' Herrera fue enfático y refirió que si bien asume la responsabilidad del fracaso, le causó extrañeza la severidad con la que fue tratado por algunos medios de comunicación en Costa Rica. "Regreso con dolor, con derrota, la verdad que con la responsabilidad de no conseguir el objetivo que buscamos, triste, adolorido, enojado, pero a dar vuelta a la página", dijo el timonel quien prosiguió con un relato amargo de cómo a su juicio fue juzgado en territorio tico. "Siempre he dado la cara en las buenas y en las malas, de repente te pone triste que compañeros en los medios de allá se tomen la palabra como juzgadores, en lugar de analíticos, juzgan como si uno fuera un criminal, como si estuvieras en la en la silla de la inquisición", expresó. "Asumo mi responsabilidad desde el principio, para eso...

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4 d. ago Costa Rica Faces Escalating Gender Violence Crisis, Ombudsman Warns

Costa Rica’s Ombudsman has sounded the alarm on a deepening crisis of violence against women, with femicides hitting a peak not seen in over a decade. The warning came during observances for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, highlighting systemic failures that leave women exposed to harm. The Defensoría de los […] The post Costa Rica Faces Escalating Gender Violence Crisis, Ombudsman Warns appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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5 d. ago How To Roast a Thanksgiving Turkey With Cornbread and Pecan Stuffing in Costa Rica

If you’re spending Thanksgiving in Costa Rica, the basics of a good turkey don’t change: crisp skin, juicy meat and lots of gravy. What does change is the setting — maybe you’re in shorts, the windows are open, and the oven is working a little harder in the tropical heat. This classic recipe from Jeff […] The post How To Roast a Thanksgiving Turkey With Cornbread and Pecan Stuffing in Costa Rica appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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5 d. ago Jamaica Joins Mexico, Bahamas, Brazil, Costa Rica, El Salvador And Other As Canada Issues Mid

Jamaica Joins Mexico, Bahamas, Brazil, Costa Rica, El Salvador And Other As Canada Issues Mid-Winter Season Travel Advisory Amid Rising Security Risks, Entry And Exit Requirements, And Complex Border Entry Procedures  Travel And Tour World

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6 d. ago U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica Issues Security Alert Due To Rising Crime Threats

The U.S. Embassy here released a security alert, warning its citizens about a spike in crimes targeting foreigners across our country. Officials pointed to recent cases of property theft, financial scams, and robberies that have hit U.S. tourists and residents hard. Criminal groups have zeroed in on foreign-owned homes and businesses, carrying out break-ins, armed […] The post U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica Issues Security Alert Due To Rising Crime Threats appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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7 d. ago Security Alert – U.S. Embassy San Jose, Costa Rica (November 25, 2025)

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy San Jose, Costa Rica (November 25, 2025)  U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica (.gov)

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1 week ago What’s Behind Costa Rica’s ‘First’ Transnational Criminal Organization?

What’s Behind Costa Rica’s ‘First’ Transnational Criminal Organization?  InSight Crime

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1 week ago FBI Team Lands in Guatemala to Hunt Down Escaped Barrio 18 Leaders

A team from the FBI’s Joint Task Force Vulcan touched down in Guatemala yesterday to assist local forces in tracking down 16 fugitive leaders of the Barrio 18 gang. The escapees broke out of a high-security prison last month, sparking a nationwide security shakeup and drawing international attention to the country’s battle against organized crime. […] The post FBI Team Lands in Guatemala to Hunt Down Escaped Barrio 18 Leaders appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago Costa Rica is a Tropical Wonderland of Wildlife, Adventure, and Sustainable Eco

Costa Rica is a Tropical Wonderland of Wildlife, Adventure, and Sustainable Eco-Tourism Experiences for Every Traveler  Travel And Tour World

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2 w. ago Panama Warns Costa Rica of Whooping Cough Outbreak in Border Region

Panama has alerted Costa Rican health officials to a pertussis (whooping cough) outbreak in the Ngäbe Buglé comarca, sparking concerns over potential spread across the shared border. The Panamanian Ministry of Health reported 16 confirmed cases along with one death linked to the disease. Officials point to seasonal worker migration as a key risk factor, […] The post Panama Warns Costa Rica of Whooping Cough Outbreak in Border Region appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 w. ago US Deploys Combat Aircraft to El Salvador in Push Against Cartels

The United States has stationed combat aircraft in El Salvador, marking a shift in its military approach to regional security threats. Flights from the country’s main international airport began in mid-October, involving planes equipped for strikes on land and sea targets. Among the aircraft spotted at the site is the AC-130J Ghostrider, a gunship fitted […] The post US Deploys Combat Aircraft to El Salvador in Push Against Cartels appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 w. ago Mexico Joins Jamaica, Costa Rica, Bahamas, Cuba, Dominican Republic And Other Nations As UK Issues Travel Advisory Over Heightened Security And Regulatory Changes

Mexico Joins Jamaica, Costa Rica, Bahamas, Cuba, Dominican Republic And Other Nations As UK Issues Travel Advisory Over Heightened Security And Regulatory Changes  Travel And Tour World

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3 w. ago Costa Rica Warns Against Collecting Seashells to Save Ecosystems

Authorities from the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE) and the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) have renewed their plea for residents and tourists to halt the collection of seashells from the country’s beaches. This practice, often seen as harmless, breaks wildlife laws and harms marine environments. Officials point out that removing shells counts […] The post Costa Rica Warns Against Collecting Seashells to Save Ecosystems appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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