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Thu, 14 May 2026 18:35:02 +0000
Costa Rica approves Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination for the elderly
Q COSTARICA — Costa Rica has approved a phased strategy to vaccinate ‘adultos mayores’ (elderly) against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), a population that can also suffer serious complications from this respiratory infection. The dec...

Thu, 14 May 2026 18:24:36 +0000
The dollar continues to fall, reaching a new all-time low
Q COSTARICA — This Wednesday, the US dollar fell again, reaching a new all-time low since 2007. According to the Central Bank’s Foreign Exchange Market, the US dollar closed at ¢454.49 in the day’s session. The peak tourist season is e...

Thu, 14 May 2026 18:14:52 +0000
It’s time to stop downplaying the violence and crime crisis
RICO’s Q — On the radio show “Nuestra Voz” at Radio Monumental, following her inauguration, President Laura Fernández claimed that homicides are under control. Really, Laura? She’s probably leaning on data up to March 23, 2026, whi...

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:47:52 +0000
Precautionary measures imposed on Fabricio Alvarado for alleged sexual abuse
Q COSTARICA —After reviewing the case, the Criminal Court of Desamparados on Wednesday imposed a precautionary measure against former presidential candidate,  former legislator, and founder and leader of the Partido Nueva República (PRN), Fabrici...

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:35:20 +0000
OIJ rules out explosives in vehicle at Juan Santamaría Airport
Q COSTARICA — The Organismo de Investigación Judicial (OIJ) ruled out the presence of explosives in a vehicle located at Juan Santamaría International Airport, following a thorough inspection by both OIJ agents and the specialized police unit, th...

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