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Female Filmmakers Lead New Wave of Costa Rican Cinema: 5 Names to Watch
Variety
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July 1, 2025
Early in 2021, Costa Rican filmmaker Antonella Sudasassi launched a pioneering initiative in her home country: the Unión de Directoras de Cine Costa Rica, or the Union of Female Film Directors of Costa Rica, in literal translation. The...
Freese shines as US down Costa Rica in Gold Cup
Oman Observer
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June 30, 2025
MINNEAPOLIS: Goalkeeper Matt Freese was the hero as the United States defeated Costa Rica 4-3 on penalties to reach the semifinals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Sunday. Freese made three saves in the shoot-out after the game finished 2-2 at the end...
Nicaraguan State Terrorism in Costa Rica
Havana Times
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June 30, 2025
Claudia Vargas, Roberto Samcam’s wife, together with her children and other loved ones at his funeral on June 22nd. The retired Nicaraguan Army Major was assassinated in Costa Rica, where he was exiled. Photo: Ivan Olivares / Confidencial The...
Costa Rica Rattles the Globe: 24th Most Quake-Prone Country in 2024
The Costa Rican Times
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June 30, 2025
Costa Rica, June 2025 – Costa Rica may be known for its “Pura Vida” lifestyle, but in 2024 it also earned a spot among the world’s top 30 most earthquake-active nations. According to a May report from Ranking Royals—drawing on data from...
Ice-cold ’keeper Matt Freese to the rescue as the US down Costa Rica in shoot-out
Taipei Times
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June 30, 2025
Goalkeeper Matt Freese was the hero on Sunday as the US defeated Costa Rica 4-3 on penalties to reach the semi-finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Freese made three saves in the shoot-out after the game finished 2-2 at the end of 90 minutes to send...
No More Waiting: Costa Rica Rockets Into U.S. Global Entry Club
The Costa Rican Times
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June 30, 2025
Costa Rica, June 2025 – On Wednesday, Costa Rica vaulted into the fast lane of U.S. immigration when Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem and President Rodrigo Chaves inked the long-awaited Global Entry agreement at Casa Presidencial. This...
Watch: Why Costa Rica's eco-friendly coffee culture is thriving
Euronews
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By Gregory Ward & Souleyman Messalti Published on 30/06/2025 - 18:30 GMT+2 Over 4,500 local farmers are part of Costa Rica's largest coffee cooperative, CoopeTarrazú. The organisation offers its members fair prices, free compost, and...
Costa Rica’s Pride March 2025 Defies Restrictions and Celebrates Diversity
Tico Times
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June 30, 2025
A large crowd gathered in Paseo Colón, San José, to participate in the LGBTIQ+ Pride March 2025. It began at noon, as people marched from the statue of León Cortés, in the western sector of La Sabana, toward the central building of the Costa Rican...
Ice-cold Freese to the rescue as US down Costa Rica
Bangladesh Post
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Goalkeeper Matt Freese was the hero as the United States defeated Costa Rica 4-3 on penalties to reach the semi-finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Sunday. Freese made three saves in the shoot-out after the game finished 2-2 at the end of...
Refugees worry: Is Nicaragua assassinating government critics in Costa Rica?
WLRN - Florida
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Roberto Samcam Ruiz took security measures seriously. A retired Nicaraguan army major who had spoken out against the Sandinista government, he fled to neighboring Costa Rica after his name started popping up on wanted posters. When out in public...
Takeaways from USMNT's Gold Cup quarterfinal win over Costa Rica
Yardbarker
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June 30, 2025
Luna is new to the USMNT—he got his first cap under Pochettino in January—and he cites his Argentinian coach as the reason for his sudden growth. "The biggest thing about him is that he made me feel comfortable off the field as a human," Luna said...
Ice-cold Freese to the rescue as US down Costa Rica in Gold Cup
The Paintsville Herald - Kentucky
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Goalkeeper Matt Freese was the hero as the United States defeated Costa Rica 4-3 on penalties to reach the semi-finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Sunday. Freese made three saves in the shoot-out after the game finished 2-2 at the end of...
Canada’s Winter Just Got Warmer: Costa Rica Plants “Pura Vida” Flag at Montreal’s MURAL Festival
The Costa Rican Times
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June 29, 2025
Montreal, June 2025 — The cold streets of Montreal just got a tropical makeover as Costa Rica rolled out its vibrant debut at the 13th annual MURAL Festival. In a bold bid to capture the hearts—and passports—of Canadian travelers, the Tourism...
Tiny Time Travelers Wanted: Free Mid-Year Holiday Workshops at the INS Jade & Pre-Columbian Culture Museum
The Costa Rican Times
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June 30, 2025
Costa Rica, June 2025 – Get ready, padres y madres: this July, the National Insurance Institute’s (INS) Jade and Pre-Columbian Culture Museum transforms into a playground of ancient wonders—completely free for kiddos! From July 5th through July...
USMNT takes on Costa Rica in Gold Cup quarterfinals—How to watch for free
New York Post
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June 29, 2025
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. The second day of 2025 Gold Cup quarterfinals is underway, and the United States Men’s National...
Fishing, Wildlife, and History in Costa Rica’s Barra del Colorado
Tico Times
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June 29, 2025
Costa Rica’s Barra del Colorado is a magical and charming town. It’s one of the country’s hidden gems, best known for its world-class sport fishing, rich biodiversity, and deep cultural roots. Once a thriving village built on the backs of the...
Costa Rica Jade Museum to Hold Holiday Workshops
Costa Rica News
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June 28, 2025
The National Insurance Institute’s (INS) Jade and Pre-Columbian Culture Museum invites the little ones to free workshops held during the mid-year holiday. Important Information: Registration begins today, June 25th, at 9:30 am by calling...
How to Watch USA vs. Costa Rica in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup Quarterfinals Online
The Hollywood Reporter - California
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June 29, 2025
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, The Hollywood Reporter may receive an affiliate commission. This story was created in paid partnership with Hulu + Live TV. The top national men’s soccer...
Costa Rica Green Hotels Lead Global Sustainable Tourism
Tico Times
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June 28, 2025
Costa Rica’s reputation as a leader in sustainable tourism grows stronger every year, with our green hotels setting a high bar for eco-conscious hospitality worldwide. With over a quarter of our country protected and alot of our energy coming from...
110 Entrepreneurs Await You at Expo Pyme Costa Rica 2025
Costa Rica News
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June 27, 2025
The 110 entrepreneurs who will participate this weekend at Expo Pyme CR 2025 are already finalizing the final details to welcome approximately 7,000 people to the Old Customs House. This is the fourth edition of this initiative, which will host...