Costa Rica continues its path in Formula 4: Evan Michelini set for the 2026 season
A young Costa Rican driver returns to represent the country in European competition Costa Rican driver Evan Michelini will once again represent Costa Rica in European Italian F4 Championship for the second consecutive year, beginning his 2026 season on May 10 at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, the venue for the opening round of […]
Urgent Protection of the Tempisque River: Constitutional Court Orders Immediate Action
A judicial ruling in defense of one of Guanacaste’s most important rivers The Sala Constitucional de la Corte Suprema de Justicia issued an order requiring several State institutions to design and implement an urgent plan to protect the Río Tempisque, considered one of the most important hydrological, ecological, and productive axes of Costa Rica’s northern […]
Costa Rica Shines at the Central American U-18 and U-20 Athletics Championship with 71 Medals
Outstanding performance by young Costa Rican athletes The Costa Rican delegation delivered an exceptional performance at the Central American U-18 and U-20 Athletics Championship 2026, earning a total of 71 medals across gold, silver, and bronze events. This remarkable achievement highlights the steady growth and competitiveness of Costa Rican athletics at youth development levels across […]
Costa Rican angler Erika Sandi makes history at the Offshore World Championship
Historic achievement by a Costa Rican sport fishing athlete Costa Rican sport fishing reached a milestone on the global stage as angler Erika Sandi delivered a standout performance at the **2026 Offshore World Championship, one of the most prestigious tournaments in international sport fishing. The event brought together elite anglers from around the world, competing […]
San José extends parking meter hours in nightlife and high-traffic districts
New traffic regulation measures in the capital The Municipality of San José has implemented an extension of parking meter operating hours in some of the capital’s busiest nightlife areas. The measure mainly applies to sectors such as Barrio Escalante, La California, and the surroundings of Parque Nacional, areas known for their restaurants, cultural venues, and entertainment offerings. With this update, […]
Guanacaste Volcano Intensifies Eruptive Activity in Costa Rica
Rincón de la Vieja becomes the most active volcano in the country The Rincón de la Vieja, located in the province of Guanacaste, has stood out as the most active volcano in Costa Ricaafter a series of eruptions recorded in April 2026, surpassing the recent activity of other volcanoes such as Poás and Turrialba, according to volcanologists from the OVSICORI-UNA. Details of […]
Costa Rica boosts food solidarity: Megasuper and the Food Bank expand collection points
An alliance to fight hunger and support vulnerable communities Megasuper Corporation, one of the country’s leading supermarket chains, announced a strategic alliance with the Food Bank of Costa Rica, a non-profit organization dedicated to collecting and channeling food to people in vulnerable conditions. This collaboration aims to strengthen the collection and distribution of essential food items […]
Costa Rica showcases its local gastronomy with a Michelin-starred chef in Nosara
An international chef highlights the diversity of Costa Rican ingredients A renowned Michelin-starred chef visited Nosara in the province of Guanacaste to cook and highlight the richness of Costa Rica’s local ingredients. The culinary experience, organized to showcase the country’s native products, brought together producers, cooks, and food enthusiasts in a gastronomic event that combined international techniques with Costa […]
Costa Rica advances its decarbonization with a new 2026–2030 Action Plan
A strategic step toward a low-carbon economy Costa Rica officially presented its 2026–2030 Decarbonization Action Plan, designed to accelerate the country’s transition toward a low-carbon economy aligned with its international climate commitments. This plan is part of the National Decarbonization Plan to 2050, which defines the roadmap for Costa Rica to comply with the Paris Agreement and its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under […]
Costa Rica strengthens marine species protection with a seasonal fishing ban in the Gulf of Nicoya
New seasonal ban in the Golfo de Nicoya to protect reproductive cycles From May 1 to July 31, 2026, Costa Rica enforced a temporary fishing ban in the Gulf of Nicoya, one of the country’s most important marine zones for artisanal, commercial, and sport fishing. This measure aims to protect the reproductive and growth periods of key marine species that sustain both biodiversity […]
