Before each game in the World Baseball Classic, Team Venezuela gathers in a circle in its dugout. As pitcher Eduard Bazardo pounds upon a special drum – known as el tambor – the players take turns ...

Costa Rica's highlands are home to some of the most charming villages, which give an authentic taste of Central American culture ...

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — Costa Rican authorities said Monday they were investigating the killing of a U.S. citizen in an apparent robbery. Kurt Van Dyke, a 66-year-old Costa Rica resident and local ...

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — Conservative populist Laura Fernández won Costa Rica ‘s presidency, promising to continue the aggressive reorienting of the Central American nation’s politics started by ...

Costa Ricans have elected conservative populist Laura Fernández as their next president, according to preliminary results, making her the latest right-leaning leader to win office in Latin America.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Laura Fernández won Costa Rica’s presidency with 48.3% of the vote, avoiding a runoff and pledging to continue her ...

Laura Fernández’s victory was driven by a crisis in which Costa Rica’s reputation for peace has been tarred by record-breaking violence. By Emiliano Rodríguez Mega and David Bolaños The reporters ...

The first round of Costa Rica’s 2026 presidential elections, as reported by the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE), delivered a resounding victory for Laura Fernández of the ruling Sovereign People’s ...

Costa Rica isn’t just about beaches, volcanoes, and jungles—it’s also home to a rich and delicious food culture. In this video, we dive into traditional Costa Rican food (comida típica) and highlight ...

Streets across Costa Rica fill with color and music each October 31 as the nation marks Traditional Masquerade Day, a celebration that honors local heritage and sparks community spirit. This year, on ...