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Young Costa Rican Talents Stand Out at the 2026 International Mathematical Olympiad

Two Costa Rican students received honorable mentions at the 67th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), held in Shanghai, China, from July 10 to 21, 2026. The Costa Rican delegation consisted of

Exports Reach New Record as Costa Rica’s Economy Continues to Diversify

Costa Rica’s goods exports reached a new high during the first half of 2026, highlighting the dynamism and growing diversification...

A Rare Marine Partnership Surprises Researchers on the Osa Coast

A rare observation made on the Osa Peninsula has provided scientists with an unusual glimpse into the relationship between two...

New Births Offer Hope for the Conservation of the Jabiru in Costa Rica

The jabiru, one of the most emblematic birds of Costa Rica’s wetlands, has recorded another breeding season that provides valuable...

Jaycee Bassett Wins Gold and Puts Costa Rica at the Top of Regional Taekwondo

Costa Rica’s flag once again rose to the top of the podium at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games...

Increased Volcanic Activity Raises Precaution Level at Rincón de la Vieja

The Rincón de la Vieja volcano has entered a new phase of increased volcanic activity, prompting authorities to raise its...

A New Solar Giant Begins to Take Shape in Guanacaste

Guanacaste has taken another step forward in the expansion of solar energy in Costa Rica. On July 22, 2026, construction...

More Travel Options Between Madrid and San José with a New Weekly Flight

Air connectivity between Costa Rica and Spain is set to expand once again. At the end of November 2026, Spanish...

Major Infrastructure Projects Aim to Transform Guanacaste’s Future

Guanacaste is entering a period of major infrastructure investment aimed at improving access to essential services, strengthening connectivity, and supporting...

August in Costa Rica: Events, Concerts and Celebrations of the Month

August is one of the busiest months of the year in Costa Rica. With the green season at its peak...

Monteverde Earns Global Recognition for Excellence in Conservation

The Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve has reached a new milestone for conservation in Costa Rica by becoming the country’s...

Giant Otters Swim Free Again in Argentina After Nearly Four Decades

A historic milestone for South American wildlife conservation Argentina has achieved a major conservation milestone with the release of a...

Honey Produced in Guanacaste Wins Gold at a Prestigious International Competition

A Costa Rican product earns global recognition Honey produced in the province of Guanacaste has been awarded a gold medal...

Fifteen Para Athletes to Represent the Country at the Tlaxcala Para Athletics Grand Prix

A new opportunity to compete on the international stage A delegation of 15 Costa Rican para athletes will compete at...

Panama Moves Forward with a New Agreement to Strengthen Marine Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainability

An international commitment to protect ocean ecosystems Panama will implement an agreement aimed at strengthening the conservation and sustainable use...

Mikela Castro Emerges as One of Costa Rica’s Young Surfing Talents After Winning Three National Divisions

A historic season for a new generation of surfers At only 12 years old, Costa Rican surfer Mikela Castro achieved...

Authorities to Review Possible Unauthorized Construction Within a Biological Corridor in Costa Rica’s Southern Region

An investigation seeks to determine whether environmental impacts occurred The Office of the Comptroller General of the Republic (CGR) has...

Young Costa Rican Badminton Players Shine at International Tournament with 13-Medal Performance

A remarkable showing in El Salvador Costa Rica’s national badminton team returned home with 13 medals after competing in an...

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Agenda

July 25, 2026

Celebration of Montes de Oca’s 111th Anniversary to Feature Major National and International Artists
August 30, 2026

Yandel Sinfónico | Parque Viva, La Guácima (Alajuela)
August 29, 2026

MTB White City Epic 2026 | Liberia, Guanacaste

Feature People

Marcia Madrigal, I was born with a paintbrush in one hand and a colored pencil in the other.

I met Marcia Madrigal by chance one Saturday morning at the Barrio Aranjuez Green Market....

The International Arts Festival returns in 2026.

In 1989, during the administration of President and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Oscar Arias Sánchez,...

Day by Day in San José

This is an old photo. Years ago, when I had my business in San José,...

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