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Southern California just made electric vehicle ownership far easier with a new charging center that lets drivers shop, work, and relax while powering up. The Costa Mesa facility features 40 fast chargers, a grocery market, and free WiFi in a comfortable lounge.
Costa Rica's tourism industry now supports 183,000 jobs and brings in $5.5 billion yearly, but the country is shifting from chasing visitor numbers to measuring how many tourists each destination can handle before harming local life. The new approach focuses on protecting communities, restoring ecosystems, and making sure Costa Ricans benefit too.
Costa Rica's Monteverde Cloud Forest just joined an elite global list of fewer than 240 protected areas recognized for world-class conservation. The 50-year-old private reserve is the first in Costa Rica to earn this demanding certification.
Five Spanish women who beat cancer trekked 160 miles across Costa Rica by bike, foot, raft and kayak for a documentary coming to Amazon Prime Video. Their journey through rainforests and rivers will showcase both human resilience and Costa Rica's stunning landscapes to viewers worldwide.
A Spanish renewable energy company just took a major stake in Costa Rica's growing wind power sector, bringing international investment to Central America's green energy revolution. The deal marks Spain's Enhol first venture into Costa Rica with majority ownership of a significant wind project.
Amateur K-pop performers in Costa Rica will compete for a chance to represent their country at the 2026 Changwon K-POP World Festival in South Korea. The free May 30 event at Universidad de Costa Rica combines cultural activities with high-stakes performances.
Costa Rica is teaching police and wildlife officers how to safely handle animals rescued from illegal trafficking. The training protects both the animals and the people who save them.
Costa Rica just voted 47-0 to require safe animal crossings on roads that cut through wildlife habitats. The landmark bill could save thousands of animals while protecting the country's famous biodiversity.
Costa Rica is reframing marine conservation around fishing communities, arguing that protecting the ocean must create jobs and support local families. The approach positions coastal workers as partners, not obstacles, in environmental progress.
Scientists used microphones to prove that Costa Rica's protected forests aren't just greener—they're alive with returning wildlife. The sounds of regenerated forests now match those of healthy, protected areas.
Costa Rica ranked sixth worldwide for immigrant happiness and leads Latin America in well-being, despite placing 44th overall among 82 countries for immigration destinations. The country's strong healthcare, environmental protection, and community focus continue drawing people seeking quality of life over higher salaries.
A Costa Rican court rejected the government's attempt to annul the country's first same-sex marriage, ending an 11-year legal battle that began before marriage equality was even legal. The ruling reaffirms the 2015 union and closes a landmark case that helped define LGBTQ rights in Central America.
Costa Rica's Ombudsman is demanding independent verification of government forest reports to ensure a threatened wildlife refuge gets proper protection. The move could strengthen how the country enforces environmental laws across all protected zones.
Costa Rica's birdwatching tourism is bringing more than $800 million in annual spending to rural areas, turning small farms and lodges into thriving businesses. With over 900 bird species packed into diverse ecosystems, the country is becoming a top destination for travelers seeking nature over beaches.
Costa Rica is taking action to protect one of its most biodiverse national parks by temporarily reducing visitors while fixing critical wastewater systems. The country is investing in long-term solutions to keep this natural treasure thriving for generations.
A new documentary is giving voice to Costa Rica's howler monkeys, whose populations are plummeting due to electrocutions from uninsulated power lines. The film aims to transform policy and save a species losing 80% of electrocution victims.
Costa Rica climbed to 18th place globally in press freedom rankings, making it the only Latin American nation in the top 20 even as press freedom worldwide hits a 25-year low. The tiny democracy now ranks ahead of Canada, the UK, and Australia.
Workers restored limited traffic on Route 27 after a massive sinkhole shut down Costa Rica's busiest highway connecting San José to Pacific beaches. Crews worked through the night to stabilize the road while permanent repairs continue.
Costa Rica just made history by creating a specific crime for contract killing, with sentences up to 40 years for those involved in organized crime hits. The unanimous vote reflects the nation's determination to fight back against rising gang violence.
Scientists discovered a new deep-sea fish species living in the Pacific waters off Costa Rica, a reminder that our oceans still hold countless mysteries. The ghost shark has been swimming in these waters for millions of years, just waiting to be found.
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