Costa Rican Initiative Showcases Nature-Based Urban Solutions at the World Biodiversity Forum
A Costa Rican project earns international recognition An environmental initiative developed in Costa Rica was selected from hundreds of international proposals to be presented at the World Biodiversity Forum (WBF) in Davos, Switzerland. The selection highlights the growing international recognition of projects that combine biodiversity conservation, scientific research, and sustainable urban development. The project, known […]
Costa Rica’s 62 Canton Anthems Now Available on Digital Music Platforms
The Ministry of Culture and Youth has launched “Patria Sonora y Visual”, a collection that brings together Costa Rica’s cantonal anthems on digital music platforms for the first time. Performed by the country’s seven National Honor Bands (Beneméritas Bandas Nacionales), the anthems are now available to students, schools, local governments, researchers, and the general public. […]
Ancient sea turtle fossils reveal new clues about the evolution of the oceans
A discovery that expands our understanding of the marine past The discovery of ancient sea turtle fossils along the coast of Chile is providing new insights into the evolution of these remarkable reptiles and the marine ecosystems that existed millions of years ago. The fossil remains, studied by paleontologists, are helping researchers reconstruct what the […]
The impact of domestic cats on wildlife raises new conservation challenges
A study examines one of the major threats linked to introduced predators Domestic cats (Felis catus) are part of millions of households around the world and are considered important companion animals. However, numerous scientific studies have shown that when they have uncontrolled access to outdoor environments, they can become predators with a significant impact on […]
Chernobyl’s wildlife adapts its behavior as ecosystems face new pressures
An unexpected natural laboratory for studying wildlife Decades after the Chernobyl nuclear accident, the exclusion zone remains one of the most studied places on Earth for understanding how nature responds to major human-caused disturbances. Researchers have observed that several wild species, including foxes, deer, and lynx, have changed some of their behavioral patterns in this […]
A rare deep-sea fish reveals new secrets about life in the Atlantic Ocean
An exceptional encounter with a little-known species Scientists have successfully recorded the first images of a living binocular fish in the deep waters of the Atlantic Ocean, a discovery that provides new information about one of the most unusual creatures found in deep marine ecosystems. These types of discoveries help researchers better understand how species […]
Dota coffee producers stand among the world’s finest and strengthen the reputation of Costa Rican coffee
A new celebration for specialty coffee Coffee producers from the canton of Dota, located in the Los Santos region, achieved outstanding results at the 2026 Cup of Excellence, one of the most important international competitions recognizing specialty coffee quality. The performance of these producers highlights the high standards reached by Costa Rican coffee growers and […]
New biometric gates will modernize immigration procedures for Costa Rican travelers
Technology to streamline controls at the country’s main airport The Juan Santamaría International Airport will introduce new biometric gates designed to make the immigration control process faster and more efficient for Costa Rican citizens entering the country. The implementation of this technology is part of broader efforts to modernize airport services, reduce waiting times, and […]
Young talents will represent the country at the world’s most prestigious chemistry competition
A new generation of scientists reaches the international stage Four Costa Rican students have been selected to represent the country at the International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO), one of the world’s most prestigious academic competitions in the field of chemistry. Their participation reflects the growing interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) among high school […]
Specialty coffee reaches a historic record price at the 2026 Cup of Excellence
A new milestone for premium coffee Specialty coffee once again captured the attention of the international market during the 2026 Cup of Excellence, where one of the competing lots achieved a record price per pound at the competition’s international auction. The result highlights the growing global demand for exceptional-origin coffees produced under the highest standards […]
