Costa Rica2 Feb 2026Candidate tough on crime wins Costa Rica presidential electionLaura Fernández won the election outright in the first round amid concern about a rise in organised crime. 2 Feb 202624 Nov 2025Guernsey captain's legacy could inspire new filmCapt Le Lacheur left a legacy in Costa Rica for his role in establishing the nation's coffee trade.24 Nov 202520 Nov 2025British man drowned while travelling in Costa RicaA coroner rules the death of 22-year-old Christian Woodroffe, from Essex, was an accident.20 Nov 202522 Jul 2025Malcolm-Jamal Warner, The Cosby Show star, drowns aged 54The Grammy-winning actor drowned on Sunday while on vacation in Costa Rica, investigators say.22 Jul 202525 Jun 2025Costa Rican court orders release of migrants deported from USThe migrants were deported to Costa Rica in February after the two countries struck a deal. 25 Jun 202519 May 2025Watch: Cat caught smuggling drugs into Costa Rica prisonThe feline was found carrying 235.65g of marijuana and 67.76g of heroin, authorities say.19 May 20252 Apr 2025US cancels visa of Nobel Peace Prize winner Oscar AriasThe ex-president of Costa Rica has compared Donald Trump's behaviour with that of a Roman emperor.2 Apr 202520 Mar 2025Finland named as happiest country for eighth yearAccess to nature and a strong welfare system are cited as factors as Nordic nations dominate the rankings.20 Mar 202528 Jun 2023Men in court over alleged tree investment fraudThe men are accused of fraudulently promising returns on a forestry scheme in Costa Rica.28 Jun 2023...
