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Wed, 26 Mar 2025 13:03:52 +0000
Poás Volcano temporarily closed due to new eruptions
QCOSTARICA — The eruptions that occurred Tuesday at the Poás Volcano prompted the implementation of safety protocols, restricting visitor access. Communities near the volcano report a strong smell of sulfur and falling ash. The measure seeks t...

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:48:45 +0000
Uncertainty over U.S. tariffs surrounds Costa Rica
QCOSTARICA — The possibility that United States President Donald Trump will impose a 25% tariff on all imports from Mexico, Canada, and China is generating great uncertainty in the markets, and Costa Rica is no exception. According to economist...

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:39:21 +0000
Costa Rica eighth in Latin America with the highest homicide rate in 2024
QCOSTARICA — Costa Rica has long been seen as a safe haven in a region plagued by crime. However, in the past few years, the country has seen a sharp increase in violence, largely attributed to its increasing involvement in drug trafficking. Th...

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 13:18:26 +0000
Majority of legislators against fast tracking bill taxing SINPE transactions
QCOSTARICA — Forty-one legislators rejected this Monday the fast-track motion for a bill seeking to prohibit the application of the 13% Value Added Tax (VAT) to the Sinpe Móvil (Mobile Sinpe) by the Ministry of Finance. This comes after the Mi...

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 11:37:22 +0000
Barva Volcano temporarily closed due to drinking water shortage
QCOSTARICA — The Barva Volcano Sector of Braulio Carrillo National Park has temporarily closed its doors from March 20 to April 25, 2025, due to a shortage of drinking water in the area. This was announced by the National System of Conservation...

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