Culture & Lifestyle

In recent years, both Ayahuasca and Marijuana have gained significant attention for their potential medical applications. While these two substances are often discussed in the context of alternative medicine, they have distinct properties, uses, and cultural significance. This article...

The National System of Music Education (SiNEM), in an effort to expand the services offered to the community, launched a transformative project that seeks to be a beacon of hope for young people undergoing rehabilitation in Coto Brus, Puntarenas.This...

From warriors to shamans, from priestesses to rebels—across history and cultures, hair has been seen as more than just a style choice. It’s been a symbol of power, wisdom, and divine connection. Whether braided in ceremony, left wild in...

Maintaining a strong Canadian identity amid a climate of tariff and annexation threats from the United States is a central federal election issue for Christopher Pitre, a young Indigenous man from the Aamjiwnaang First Nation. He added that he...

Autism is not a disease, but a neurodevelopmental condition that impacts communication, behavior, and social interaction. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately one in every 100 children worldwide has autism.In Costa Rica, statistics on autism are inaccurate...

2025 began with a worrying number of femicides in Costa Rica, a reality of gender-based violence that forces us to look beyond the headlines and ask ourselves: at what point did society allow this to happen?Violence against women doesn't...

Costa Rica is the happiest country in Latin America and 6th in the world, according to the 2025 Global Happiness Report published on March 20. The report analyzes more than 140 countries and rates them on a scale of...

The Ministry of Culture and Youth announced that Costa Rica has nominated the popular dance Swing Criollo to UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The preparation of the nomination file was led by the National...

Costa Rica, often dubbed a tropical paradise, is known for its breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and warm-hearted people. But one of the most endearing traits of Costa Rican culture is their love for celebration. Whether it's a national holiday,...

A few days ago, I spoke with Anabel Miranda who is a native of Panama and an adopted daughter of Costa Rica, mainly from Hermosa, Jaco.Anabel is of indigenous descent. Her paternal great-grandmother belonged to the Ngäbe-Buglé group, an...