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‘Will never be loose on American streets’: Judge smacks down Abrego Garcia’s attempt to reopen immigration case
Kilmar Abrego Garcia An immigration judge denied Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s motion to reopen his deportation case, dealing a major blow to the alleged MS-13 gangbanger’s bid to remain in the U.S. Abrego Garcia filed an emergency motion in August to...
Owner: Joseph Farah
Costa Rica Faces Rising Extortion from Informal Lenders, Says UN
A new United Nations study sheds light on the rapid spread of informal lending schemes called “gota a gota” across Costa Rica, where high-interest loans often lead to extortion and violence. These operations, once limited to certain communities,...
Owner: Rob Hodel
Older Adults in Costa Rica: Violence That Doesn’t Always Leave Bruises
When we talk about violence against older adults, many think of blows or shoves. But the reality is much more painful and silent. Abandonment, scams, indifference, and humiliation hurt as much as, or more than, a blow, because they destroy trust,...
Owner: Daniel Yepez
Discover Costa Rica’s best beaches, from secluded shores to surf havens and spectacular natural wonders
With approximately 800 miles of coastline and two different oceans lapping at its shores, Costa Rica has beaches to suit every traveller, from secluded bays that invite laid-back living to rugged stretches of sand boasting a wealth of wildlife....
Owner: Evgeny Lebedev
Why Did DHS Send a Russian Exile to Costa Rica?
Illustration: Patrick Leger On a rainy evening in March, a Russian man named Dimitry stumbled through the dark, looking for a hole in a fence. In a former life, Dimitry worked as a fitness trainer for cops and bureaucrats in St. Petersburg, so he...
Owner: Jay Penske
Pura Vida Diplomacy: Costa Rica’s Vision for Sustainable Partnerships in the Gulf
GJIA: With the recent appointment of Your Excellency Ambassador Esquivel, what are Costa Rica’s key diplomatic priorities in Qatar and the broader Gulf region? Ambassador Esquivel: Costa Rica has been actively strengthening diplomatic relations...
Seniors will represent 20% of the population in Costa Rica by 2050, but today they face violence and neglect
Q COSTARICA — Every October 1st, Costa Rica celebrates Día de la Persona Adulta Mayor (Senior’s Day) in a context of rapid growth in this population. In Costa Rica, a senior citizen is considered to be someone 65 years of age or older. In 2005,...
Owner: Enrico Cacciatore
Costa Ricans must attend an in-person interview to apply for a US visa
Q COSTARICA — Starting today, October 1, all Costa Ricans applying for a visa to the United States must appear in person at the embassy for an interview, including children under 14 and adults over 79, according to Vice Consul Samantha Ducey. The...
Owner: Enrico Cacciatore
Why Costa Rica Is the Year-Round Destination Families Are Choosing
Disclaimer: This Inside South Florida segment is sponsored by Visit Costa Rica. All opinions expressed are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect the views of WSFL-TV. Inside South Florida welcomed travel trends expert Francesca...
Owner: The Scripps Family
Meet Gerhard Hernández, Costa Rica's first trans elected official — and a Gen Z Coldplay fan
San Jose, Costa Rica -- Costa Rica's first out transgender elected official, Gerhard Phillip Hernández Padilla, is more than just a historic politician — he's a member of Gen Z who loves Coldplay, art history, and tattoos. Keep up with the latest...
Owner: Michael Kelley & Joe Lovejoy
Rules for Costa Rican Visas are Tightened by the U.S. Embassy Starting October 1
The U.S. Embassy here has rolled out new guidelines for nonimmigrant visa applications, making in-person interviews the norm for most applicants. The changes, set to take effect tomorrow, October 1, end many of the interview waivers that eased the...
Owner: David Young
US immigration judge denies asylum bid from Kilmar Ábrego García
THAT’S RIGHT, I DID. SO THE DEADLINE IS 10:00 TOMORROW MORNING FOR BOTH SIDES TO FIGURE OUT THE NEXT STEPS IN THIS CASE. BUT EARLIER TODAY, ABREGO GARCIA WAS HERE, AND HE WAS ACTUALLY MET WITH A HUGE CROWD HERE OUTSIDE OF THE BALTIMORE ICE FIELD...
Owner: Hearst Family
Compassion in Costa Rica: Tales from The Bribri and The Bridge
The book The Bribri and The Bridge: Tales from Life with the Indigenous People of Costa Rica is both a celebration and a portrait of compassion’s enduring impact, revealing how it shapes the lives of those who extend it and those who receive it....
Owner: Rob Hodel
Is There A Corner Of India In Costa Rica?
In a world where specialization seems to be the norm, Abril Zamora Valverde defies convention and shows us that it is possible to combine different passions and talents to create a life full of purpose and meaning. This Costa Rican, a physical...
Owner: Daniel Yepez
Bird Club: ‘Birds of Costa Rica’ Oct. 1
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“The Birds of Costa Rica” will be presented by the superlative wildlife photographer Cathy Richardson and hosted by the Winona Bird Club on Wednesday, October 1, at 7 p.m. at Sobieski Lodge. The presentation is free and open to the public. Cathy...
Owner: Patrick Marek
Costa Rican Auditorium Theater Seeks Cast for Musical “The Little Prince”
The National Auditorium Theater announces the search for talent for its next major production: a new musical version of the classic “The Little Prince,” which will premiere in February 2026. This proposal, which comes from the famous Corrientes...
Owner: Daniel Yepez
U.S. Embassy Tightens Visa Rules for Costa Ricans Starting October 1
The U.S. Embassy here has rolled out new guidelines for nonimmigrant visa applications, making in-person interviews the norm for most applicants. The changes, set to take effect tomorrow, October 1, end many of the interview waivers that eased the...
Owner: Rob Hodel
Costa Rica’s Tourism Adapts to Demands for Authentic Experiences
Costa Rica’s tourism sector keeps shifting as travelers look for deeper connections with local life, moving past basic stays to hands-on involvement in food, traditions, and self-care. This push reflects a broader change where people want trips...
Owner: Rob Hodel
Deported in shackles: Iranians sent back from US without consent, lawyer says
The deportations were part of a larger operation that returned 120 Iranians from US custody to Tehran. Ali Herischi, an immigration attorney at Herischi & Associates, told Iran International that one of his clients is a political dissident and the...
Owner: Adel AbdulKarim Alabdulkarim
Bills Target Crucitas Gold Mining Mess in Costa Rica
Crucitas ranks among Costa Rica’s most severe environmental setbacks. Illegal gold mining has ravaged the area for years, bringing crime, community unrest, water pollution, and deaths among those risking their lives in unauthorized operations. The...
Owner: Rob Hodel