San José’s Simón Bolívar Park (the former zoo) will become Costa Rica’s first Urban Natural Park by 2026, transforming the old zoo into a hub for nature, culture & recreation. 🔗 ticotimes.net/2025/08/19/for… #Costarica

Honduras will now receive migrants deported under a new U.S. immigration agreement. The deal is set to impact migration routes across Central America. Full story: ticotimes.net/2025/08/20/hon… #honduras

Nearly 553 homicides recorded by Aug 18—Costa Rica may hit 900 this year, matching last year’s record. Yet President Chaves downplays the security crisis. Full country-wide analysis: ticotimes.net/2025/08/21/pre… #costarica

Fan violence at Latin American football matches sparks fierce debate over stadium security and preserving the sport’s culture. What can be done to keep fans safe without losing the soul of the game? Read more: ticotimes.net/2025/08/22/fan… #latinamerica

Costa Rica is replacing one-lane bridges—some built on old rail lines—with wider two-lane ones as traffic surges and population doubles. A shift from nostalgia to necessity. ▶ Read more: ticotimes.net/2025/08/22/cos…

Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves confronts calls to strip his immunity, dismissing corruption allegations as a “judicial coup.” A legislative committee will decide whether to move the case to a full vote. 🔗 ticotimes.net/2025/08/22/cos… #CostaRica

Costa Rica begins tracking national park visitation and environmental impact to guide sustainable tourism decisions. 🔗 ticotimes.net/2025/08/24/cos… #costarica

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El Salvador’s Education Minister has dismissed the director & deputy director of the INTI school after a video shared by Pres. Bukele showed students flashing gang signs. Bukele defends strict new school rules to stop gang recruitment. 👉 ticotimes.net/2025/08/26/el-… #ElSalvador

Costa Rica's Juan Santamaría International Airport has been ranked in the Top 5 globally for passenger experience by Airports Council International, reflecting improved service and efficiency. 🔗 ticotimes.net/2025/08/25/san… #costarica

Illegal gold mining in Crucitas Costa Roca has become an environmental emergency—and a criminal enterprise—according to the Prosecutor. Operations now reportedly include organized networks affecting protected areas like Corcovado. Read more: ticotimes.net/2025/08/27/cos…

Costa Rica’s Labor Court rules Uber drivers are employees, entitled to paid vacation, aguinaldo, and social security—setting a historic precedent for gig workers. Full story: ticotimes.net/2023/03/28/cos… #costarica

Uber drivers in Costa Rica are considering legal action after being abruptly banned from the app—unannounced deactivations are leaving many without income. 💡 Read more: ticotimes.net/2025/08/30/ube… #costarica #Uber

Hollywood star Anna Kendrick enjoys her birthday in Costa Rica—beaches, smiles, and paradise vibes. See the tropical getaway details here: ticotimes.net/2025/08/30/hol… #CostaRica #AnnaKendrick

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A rare white-keel-billed toucan—likely a leucistic variant—was recently spotted in Costa Rica’s Central Valley, capturing the hearts of birders and locals alike. 🔗 ticotimes.net/2025/09/01/cos… #costarica