Culture & Lifestyle

Costa Rica ranks third in the Americas for freedom of expression, according to the most recent Reporters Without Borders (RSF) report published on May 2, 2025. The annual study evaluates 180 countries and territories based on five indicators: political...

The Costa Rican band The Saint Cecilia is marking a milestone as they are set to kick off their tour in the United States, playing at three of the most important festivals, sharing the bill with established artists such...

Every May 1st, millions of people worldwide celebrate Workers' Day, a date that honors the historic struggle for labor rights and recognizes the value of work as an engine of development and social justice.The origin of this commemoration dates...

Costa Rica is celebrated for its lush rainforests, breathtaking beaches, and rich biodiversity. But beyond its natural beauty lies an often-overlooked treasure: its indigenous communities. These groups, deeply rooted in history and tradition, offer visitors a unique and meaningful...

There are no pyramids in the Uribante municipality of Táchira state. Researchers have discovered similar rock structures since 1987, which have nothing to do with pyramids, as has been circulating on social media for some years. This verification has...

According to a recent study "The Presence of Women in the Tech Industry," the technology sector has had one of the greatest success stories in Latin America over the last decade. Between 2020 and 2021, e-commerce grew 30% in...

Starting May 1, Costa Rica applicants for U.S. visas must comply with an essential requirement that, if not met, will prevent the consular interview from taking place.Form DS-160: The Key to Guaranteeing Your AppointmentThe change introduced by U.S. authorities...

Best crypto casino options seem to multiply every month in 2025, making it pretty tough for players to figure out where to put their digital coins. I've spent the last few months on what turned into a surprisingly intense...

It was on a Monday, April 22, in 1991, when the Limón Earthquake shook the ground with an intensity never before recorded in Costa Rica's history and never seen again. At 3:57 p.m., with its epicenter in the Valle...

In recent times, the United States has seen a troubling rise in political polarization, anti-immigrant sentiment, and increasing legal hurdles for foreigners—even those residing legally. From visa restrictions to workplace discrimination and even threats of deportation for minor infractions,...