Costa Rica Surpasses 500 Homicides as Gang Violence Escalates

Costa Rica has officially surpassed 500 homicides so far this year, according to figures released Monday by the Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ). As of July 28, the country had recorded 502 killings, averaging 2.4 murders per day, an alarming figure. …

Bombardier delivers first Challenger 3500 in Costa Rica

Bombardier has achieved a significant milestone by delivering its first Challenger 3500 business jet in Costa Rica, strengthening its footprint in Central America. This marks an important step for the company in expanding its regional fleet and …

Costa Rica becomes sixth Latin American country to adopt IHRA definition of antisemitism

Suicide Prevention in Costa Rica: Awareness, Challenges, and Hope

Suicide is a global public health issue, and Costa Rica is no exception. While the country is often celebrated for its “Pura Vida” lifestyle—emphasizing happiness and well-being—mental health struggles, including suicidal ideation, affect many individuals …

Hidden Beaches Inside Manuel Antonio National Park Costa Rica

Manuel Antonio National Park is one of Costa Rica’s most famous natural treasures, renowned for its lush rainforests, abundant wildlife, and stunning coastline. While many visitors flock to the park’s main beaches—Playa Espadilla and Playa Manuel Antonio— …

Costa Rica detects 56 screwworm cases in humans

The number of people infected this year with this parasite (Cochliomyia hominivorax), which lodges in living tissue, triples the number reported for the same period in 2024, when medical analyses recorded 19 cases, the source added. The 56 Costa Ricans …

Nelipak starts construction on new healthcare packaging plant in Costa Rica

Healthcare packaging solutions provider Nelipak has initiated construction of a new facility in Costa Rica’s Green Valley, Grecia, Alajuela. The 60,000ft² industrial facility is being developed in partnership with Costa Rican real-estate developer …

Intel announces departure from Costa Rica

Q COSTARICA — Intel announced last week the closure of its microprocessor assembly and testing plant in Costa Rica to relocate operations to Asia in pursuit of “greater efficiency” and competitiveness. “After a thorough review of our business, today we are …

CP25 Vet Site in Costa Rica

LIMÓN, Costa Rica (July 25, 2025) Veterinarians assigned to 248th Medical Detachment Veterinary Support Services and Costa Rican veterinary technicians with the Municipal of Limón Animal Welfare Office offer small animal care services in Limón, Costa Rica …

Costa Rica is one of the favorite destinations for foodies and wellness lovers

Q COSTA RICA — Costa Rica is positioned among a select list of tourist destinations highlighted in the Mastercard Economics Institute (MEI) report: “Travel Trends: Purpose-Driven Journeys.” The study reveals that today’s consumers prioritize purpose-driven …