The Tico Times

Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of Honduras, General Romeo Vásquez, was arrested this Sunday as the alleged perpetrator of the military-led homicide of a protester in 2009, days after leading the coup against former president Manuel Zelaya (2006-2009). Along with him, the Deputy Chief of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Venancio Cervantes, and the former Commander of the Joint Operations Command, Carlos Puerto, were also arrested, reported the Secretary of State for Security (Interior), Gustavo Sánchez, on his X social media account.

Actress Gal Gadot posted multiple pictures from her journey to Costa Rica. Gadot developed a fondness for Costa Rica and posted about it on her social platforms. “My heart is full. Costa Rica, I love you,” captioned the Hollywood star. She spent Christmas and vacationed in La Fortuna de San Carlos with her family. According to official reports, she came on December 18 and departed on December 31, 2024.

When I go to the beach, part of my routine is a strenuous jungle hike every morning. While the distance covered is only about 3 kilometers (a bit less than 2 miles) round trip, the walk features no level terrain. From the moment I step out of the apartment and begin with a 100 meter uphill walk to the trail entrance, I traverse a series of valleys and peaks until arriving at a scenic overlook, that is the halfway point, and a nice reward for the challenging hike.

The parents of a young man killed after the 2009 coup that ousted President Manuel Zelaya in Honduras demanded on Monday a conviction for the arrested General Romeo Vásquez, who was then the head of the Armed Forces. Vásquez was arrested on Sunday and placed in preventive detention awaiting trial as the alleged perpetrator of the military-led killing of protester Isy Obed Murillo, 19, while he participated in a protest a week after the June 28 coup that year.

Canadian couple Luke Shantz and Steph Sitt decided to make a bold move and relocate to Costa Rica without ever setting foot in the country. They moved to the coastal town of Jacó, Puntarenas, where they’re set to renovate an old building into a luxury boutique hotel. Their journey will be showcased in the new HGTV series Betting on Paradise, which will premiere on Tuesday, January 7.

Learn about Jimmy Carter's efforts in Latin America, including Panama Canal negotiations and attempts at normalizing relations with Cuba.

Unique sayings and mix-ups in Costa Rica. Prepare for your trip and avoid embarrassment with this guide to English-Spanish nuances.

Costa Rica announces major tourism initiatives for 2025, including new police offices, improved facilities, and expanded flight routes to attract visitors from new global markets

The US House of Representatives has passed the Laken Riley Act, expanding pre-trial detention for undocumented immigrants accused of theft-related crime

Mexican coach Miguel Herrera, former World Cup manager and three-time Liga MX champion, has been appointed as Costa Rica's new national team head coach