Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
Here’s Why ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ Moved to Costa Rica
Cosmopolitan
·
July 15, 2025
Bachelor in Paradise is known for many things: Being chaotic. Traumatizing an entire population of crabs who are forced to watch strangers make out in their literal home. And above all else, those daybeds that have truly SEEN SOME THINGS. But this...
Challenging the Media Myth of Latino Machismo: Recognizing Feminist Strides in Latin America
Pressenza
·
July 15, 2025
Patriarchy is alive and well throughout the world. But the English-language media flatters itself by one-sidedly portraying machismo as a particularly Latin American malady, all the while overlooking significant feminist gains made in the region....
Costa Rican lawmaker says U.S. revoked her visa over alleged ties to Communist Party
ABC News - New York
·
July 11, 2025
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica -- The vice president of Costa Rica’s Congress said Thursday that the U.S. embassy told her the U.S. had revoked her visa because of alleged contacts with the Chinese Communist Party. Vanessa Castro of the opposition Social...
Costa Rican lawmaker says the US revoked her visa over alleged ties to Chinese Communist Party
WBOC 16 - Maryland
·
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — The vice president of Costa Rica’s Congress said Thursday that the U.S. embassy told her the U.S. had revoked her visa because of alleged contacts with the Chinese Communist Party. Vanessa Castro of the opposition...
Costa Rica Congressional President Rodrigo Arias Loses U.S. Visa
Tico Times
·
July 10, 2025
Rodrigo Arias, president of Costa Rica’s Congress, got unexpected news on July 9: the U.S. Embassy emailed him to say his visa was canceled. The message was short, offering no explanation, leaving Arias baffled. “This decision is deeply puzzling,”...
Exiled Nicaraguan Journalists in Costa Rica Face Growing Harassment
Tico Times
·
July 11, 2025
Nicaragua has increased its “harassment and retaliation” against exiled journalists and their families who remain in the country, according to a report published Thursday by the NGO Foundation for Freedom of Expression and Democracy (FLED). The...
Havas Costa Rica’s Cannes Lions-winning ad, Lessons of Shame, needs lessons of legitimacy
Campaign Asia-Pacific
·
July 11, 2025
At the 2025 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, Havas Costa Rica’s ed-pol-centred campaign, Lessons of Shame, took home two prizes: one Gold Lion and one Silver Brand Experience and Activation Lion. Created alongside World Vision...
What Live Shows Can You See in Costa Rica this Summer?
Costa Rica News
·
July 11, 2025
Costa Rica’s summer vibe goes beyond the beaches and waterfalls. As the sun sets, something shifts. Towns start buzzing, and tucked-away places come alive with music, movement, and stories told without screens. The country’s live show scene is...
Are Boomers Changing Costa Rica? One Expat’s Unfiltered Take
Tico Times
·
July 11, 2025
According to the most recent demographic study, over 20% of all US citizens are classified as within the Boomer age range. Every year, many decide to make Costa Rica their part-time or full-time home. While they inject money into the local...
Costa Rican Choir Conquers Germany With Four Awards
MENAFN
·
July 8, 2025
(MENAFN- Costa Rica News) a charset="UTF-8"/> Costa Rican Choir Conquers Germany with Four Awards ⋆ The Costa Rica News Faceboo Instagra Linkedi Paypa Twitte Youtub Home Travel Lifestyle More Digital Nomads Real Estate Health Science & Tech...
'West Side Story' Arrives At The Eugene O'neill Theater On July 11, 12, And 13 In Costa Rica
MENAFN
·
July 9, 2025
(MENAFN- Costa Rica News) West Side Story will return to the stages of Costa Rica , 10 years after its premiere at the Melico Salazar Theater. This time, the impossible love stor between Tony, a former member of the Jets, and María, the sister of...
Dog Attack: How To React When This Happens? Is Civil Or Criminal Action Possible In Costa Rica?
MENAFN
·
July 9, 2025
(MENAFN- Costa Rica News) A San Ramón de Alajuela resident was walking her dog on a leash this past weekend when, in a matter of seconds, several loose dogs attacked her pet. In the images captured by a surveillance camera, the woman is seen...
Costa Rica’s First IHOP-Applebee’s Opens in Plaza Tempo
Tico Times
·
July 8, 2025
IHOP and Applebee’s are bringing their breakfast and casual dining menus together in a new dual-branded restaurant at Plaza Tempo in Escazú. The chains, both owned by Dine Brands Global, announced the upcoming opening on social media, generating...
A New Era – ‘Bachelor In Paradise’ Filming Location Moves To Costa Rica’s Azura Beach Resort
Travel Noire
·
July 9, 2025
Since its 2014 debut, “Bachelor in Paradise” has become a summer TV staple. Its blend of tropical romance, drama under the sweltering sun and iconic rose ceremonies has kept it going for ten seasons. Following this week’s premiere of the latest...
BiP’s Justin Glaze Went ‘Numb’ When Ex Susie Evans Declined His Rose
Us Weekly
·
July 15, 2025
Justin Glaze is not second-guessing his decision to give a rose to ex Susie Evans over Lexi Young on Bachelor in Paradise. “I feel bad for how that all went down,” Justin, 31, admitted on the Tuesday, July 15, episode of the “Bachelor Happy Hour”...
‘Pablo Escobar: El Patron del Mal’ Producer Diego F. Ramírez Launches 64A Docs (EXCLUSIVE)
Variety
·
July 15, 2025
Rolling off the big breakout box office success of Juan Carvajal’s SXSW world premiered “La Salsa Vive,” the highest-grossing Colombian doc feature in the last five years, 64A Films founder Diego F. Ramírez, one of Colombia’s preeminent fiction...
Rubyglow, The Red-Skinned Pineapple Grown In Costa Rica, Is Named Best Food Innovation 2025
MENAFN
·
July 8, 2025
(MENAFN- Costa Rica News) Rubyglow, a pineapple grown in Buenos Aires, Puntarenas , was recognized as Best Food Innovation at the World Food Innovation Awards 2025, organized by FoodBev Media. The World Food Innovation Awards celebrate the most...
10 Can’t Miss Things to Do in Costa Rica, From Wild Beaches to Local Coffee
AFAR
·
July 8, 2025
Blessed with staggering tropical forests that roll down to equally dramatic coastlines, it’s no wonder pura vida—the Costa Rican catchphrase for appreciation, relaxation, and blissed-out simplicity—is the phrase on repeat here. Costa Rica is the...
‘BIP’ Susie Evans Selling Personal Items For Big Life Change
TV Shows Ace
·
July 15, 2025
When BIP viewers last saw Susie Evans, she had just rejected Justin’s rose on Monday’s episode. Viewers find out tonight in a special Tuesday night episode what happens next. Fans are wondering if something shocking happened after spotting Susie...
Bachelor in Paradise season 10 heads to new Costa Rica resort — here’s what you need to know
Sportskeeda
·
July 8, 2025
Bachelor in Paradise season 10 premiered on ABC on Monday, July 7, 2025, bringing a new set of alums from across the franchise for another chance at finding their romantic partner. It comes after a two-year hiatus, and instead of the show's staple...