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Costa Rican Executive Will Toughen Penalties for Abortion, Changed Sexual Education and Religious Education Programs

In a press conference on January 29, the President of the Republic, Rodrigo Chaves, and the Ministers of the Presidency and Education announced changes in laws and programs. “We removed perversion from the classrooms” As reported by video, the Sexuality and...

Public Officials in Costa Rica Cannot Allege “Religious Reasons” To “Not” Be Trained Against LGBTI Discrimination

Public sector employees will not be able to allege “religious reasons” such as the right to freedom of worship and conscience, to not be trained in discrimination based on sexual orientation. The Constitutional Court rejected, by majority, four appeals for...

Taking Responsibility: A Call to the Citizens of Costa Rica

Currently, the social and economic situation in Costa Rica is one of the most debated topics both in political circles and among citizens. However, it is common to see how the government and the opposition blame each other for...

Noise Pollution Disrupts Coexistence in the Center of Playa Tamarindo Guanacaste

The high noise levels in the bars that operate on the central street of Playa Tamarindo, exceeding the permitted noise levels, have completely altered the lives of the neighbors who live in the surrounding areas; in addition, the stay...

The Manzanillo Tree: Common on Costa Rican Beaches, Be Very Careful With Its Poison

If you plan to visit Manuel Antonio beach or other coastal beaches, it is crucial that you pay attention to a tree that, despite its harmless appearance, hides a deadly danger. It is the Manzanillo or tree of death...

Procedure for the Return of Private Vehicles Seized By Transit Authorities during End of Year Recess in Costa Rica

With the return to functions in the public sector, this Monday, January 6, the Road Safety Council (COSEVI) recalled the need to make an appointment on the website www.csv.go.cr, for the procedures for the return of vehicles and license...

Train Between San José and Cartago Will Resume Operations Next Week

The railway service that connects San José with Cartago will be available again starting next week, according to Álvaro Bermúdez, executive president of the Costa Rican Railway Institute (Incofer). This reopening marks the end of a suspension that lasted...

Vehicle Restrictions is Reinstated in the Central Area of ​​San José

As of January 6, 2025, vehicle restrictions is reestablished in the central area of ​​San José, a measure that seeks to ease traffic congestion and improve air quality in the metropolitan area. The restriction will apply especially to vehicles...

Holidays in Costa Rica 2025: 6 Dates Will Allow You to Enjoy Long Weekends

According to the official calendar, Costa Ricans will be able to enjoy 12 holidays in 2025, of which 9 are mandatory and 3 are non-mandatory. The transfer of holidays to join them to the weekends was implemented during the...

Will Trump Hold the Summit that Biden Promised to Costa Rica?

In November 2023, during the summit that made the Alliance for Economic Prosperity of the Americas (APEP) official in Washington, President Joe Biden gave key news for the country: in 2025 the meeting of nations would be held in...
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