Costa Rica’s Aging Population Faces Pension Crisis

A new study by the School of Medicine and the Development Observatory Research Center (CIOdD), both of the University of Costa Rica (UCR), revealed that more than 215,000 elderly people in the country do not receive any type of pension. According to the document, of the 546,225 inhabitants over 65 years of age, only 44% […]

Population Over 45 in Costa Rica Faces Challenges and Opportunities to Enter the Labor Market

thecostaricanews.com - 06/Nov 00:44

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Barra del Colorado: Costa Rica’s Best Kept Secret for Nature

ticotimes.net - 03/Nov 19:42

Located in the province of Limon, Barra del Colorado is one of Costa Rica’s most untouched ecotourism destinations. Known for its rich...

Costa Rica’s Juan Santamaria Airport Gears Up for High Season

ticotimes.net - 07/Nov 21:00

As Costa Rica’s high season approaches, starting from late November through April, Juan Santamaría International Airport prepares to welcome...

From the Weeping Woman to the Naked Gringo: Costa Rica’s spookiest folklore

ticotimes.net - 31/Oct 01:56

Halloween is not considered a traditional holiday in Costa Rica, but the lore here is rich in scary stories.

Most Costa Ricans Do Not Separate Household Waste, Study Finds

ticotimes.net - 07/Nov 17:00

A recent study revealed that the majority of Costa Ricans do not separate their household solid waste. According to the National University (UNA), 57%...

Costa Rica’s Religious Divide Between Catholics and Evangelicals

ticotimes.net - 06/Nov 20:35

Did you know that Costa Rica is the only country in the Americas with an official religion? Our national religion–no, it’s not fútbol or...

Are processed foods aging you faster? Study shows the risks

knowridge.com - 07/Nov 01:32

A recent Italian study suggests that eating a lot of ultra-processed foods may be speeding up biological aging, regardless of the nutritional quality...

Did You Know There Is An Amish Population In Costa Rica?

thecostaricanews.com - 07/Nov 01:54

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Costa Rica Has Two Vice Presidents?

ticotimes.net - 29/Oct 16:00

Anyone who doubts Costa Rica’s loyalty to government bureaucracy should take into consideration this fact: Costa Rica has two Vice Presidents. Our...

Costa Rica Ranks Among Top 10 Countries for Environmental Protection

ticotimes.net - 28/Oct 22:30

Costa Rica has earned a spot among the top 10 countries globally for environmental protection, as reported in the latest Nature Conservation Index....

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