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Costa Rica Environmental Groups Host Concert to Protect Sharks

A coalition of environmental organizations will hold a concert Friday night in San José to call attention to the decline of shark populations in Costa Rica and pressure authorities to strengthen protection for threatened marine species. The event, scheduled for Friday, May 8, at 7:30 p.m. at Amón Solar, is organized by the UCR Kiosks Program, the Paul Watson Foundation, Operation Rich Coast, Costa Rica por el Océano, Green Wolf and Bloque Verde, in partnership with the Center for the Rescue of Endangered Marine Species, known as CREMA. The concert will feature Costa Rican singer-songwriters and musicians including Luz Romero, Maf É Tulá, Fabián Pacheco, Francesco Bracci and Snowkap. Organizers describe the event as a space where music, art and public discussion will be used to draw attention to the situation facing sharks in Costa Rican waters. The concert is free, with voluntary contributions accepted. Organizers also plan to collect signatures in support of stronger shar...
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Job opportunities at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory

Last Updated on May 6, 2026 by admin Discover job opportunities at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) in Germany . Learn about tax-free salaries, research roles, and how to apply today. The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) is a famous center for biological research. In Germany , our main headquarters is located in Heidelberg, with another specialized site in Hamburg. We bring together the best scientists and professionals from over 80 countries to solve the mysteries of life. Because EMBL is an international organization, it is a very special place to work. We offer a modern environment where people can share ideas and grow. Whether you are a researcher, an engineer, or an office expert, your work at EMBL helps improve human health and protects our planet. Infrastructure and technical project leader locationsHinxton, Cambridgeshireposted onPosted Today JR3456 Receptionist locationsHeidelbergposted onPosted Today JR3790 Gran...
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Costa Rica’s Laura Fernández Names Rodrigo Chaves Minister of Presidency

President-elect Laura Fernández named outgoing President Rodrigo Chaves as minister of the Presidency and minister of Finance on Tuesday, giving her predecessor one of the most powerful roles in the new Costa Rican government just three days before she takes office. The announcement came during Fernández’s cabinet presentation at the Teatro Popular Melico Salazar in San José. Chaves will also coordinate the government’s economic cabinet, placing him at the center of political strategy, fiscal policy and relations with the Legislative Assembly. The appointment confirms what many in Costa Rica had expected: Fernández will begin her administration with strong continuity from the Chaves government. During the event, she framed the incoming team as a continuation of the outgoing administration’s agenda, while keeping several current officials in key positions and moving others into new posts. Chaves’ new role carries major legal and political weight. As a minister, he would kee...
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El Salvador Advances Geothermal Expansion with World Bank Support

Geothermal energy supplies about 21 percent of El Salvador’s net electricity, placing the country among the world’s leaders in its use of this renewable source. The state-owned utility LaGeo now plans to add more capacity after the World Bank approved a $150 million loan in March 2025. The six-year project will fund drilling and construction of a new geothermal power plant in the Chinameca field in San Miguel department, roughly 115 kilometers east of the capital. LaGeo, the implementing agency, aims to bring online an initial 25-megawatt plant and conduct further exploration that could support up to 40 megawatts of additional generation. Officials also intend to promote direct uses of geothermal heat for agribusiness and local industry. The loan from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development carries a 30-year maturity and a six-year grace period. It forms part of a broader effort to strengthen renewable baseload power in a country where hydro output fluctuate...
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Canada Updates Costa Rica Travel Advisory Over Crime Concerns

Canada has updated its travel advice page for Costa Rica, keeping our country under a nationwide recommendation to “exercise a high degree of caution” because of crime. The Canadian government’s advisory was updated yesterday, and lists Costa Rica under the caution category rather than a do-not-travel warning. The notice applies to the country as a whole and does not single out one region for a higher national risk level. Canadian travelers planning a trip to Costa Rica are not being told to stay away, but the advisory urges them to stay alert. The warning points to crime risks in busy tourist areas, transport hubs, beaches, restaurants, hotel lobbies, downtown San José, and popular destinations on both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts. Canada’s advisory says petty crime, including pickpocketing and purse snatching, occurs frequently, and that tourists are common targets because they are perceived as wealthy. It also warns that property crimes such as home burglary, theft fro...
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Dollar Exchange Rate Near ₡458 as Rainy Season Begins in Costa Rica

Costa Rica entered the first days of May with the dollar still hovering near historic lows, keeping pressure on tourists, foreign residents and retirees who depend on U.S. currency for day-to-day spending. The Central Bank’s reference exchange rate stood at ₡451.37 for buying and ₡457.78 for selling as of yesterday leaving the dollar near ₡458 as our country moves into the early stretch of rainy season. For those paid in dollars, the math is simple. A $1,000 exchange at the Central Bank’s buy reference rate now equals about ₡451,370. At ₡500, that same amount would produce ₡500,000. That difference of nearly ₡49,000 can cover several meals, a domestic bus trip, groceries, or part of a hotel night outside the capital. The strong colón has been one of Costa Rica’s most visible economic stories of the past year. The exchange rate has fallen sharply from early 2026 levels, with the dollar dropping from around ₡497 in January to about ₡455 in late April, despite Central Bank purcha...
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Costa Rican Angler Erika Sandi Makes History at the Offshore World Championship

Erika Sandi put Costa Rica in the spotlight after an outstanding performance at the Offshore World Championship, where she secured both the Top Lady Angler and overall Top Angler titles. Sandi competed against elite teams from all over the world and recorded an impressive 28 sailfish releases. The Offshore World Championship brings together winners of qualifying tournaments from multiple countries, making it a pinnacle event in the sport. The 2026 edition returned to Quepos, where participants departed from multiple marinas along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, with official weigh-ins and tournament festivities centered at Marina Pez Vela. From there, fleets headed into waters renowned for their abundance of Pacific sailfish, as well as blue, black, and striped marlin, offering what many consider a world-class fishing experience. The award was presented by Dr. Marina Marrari of FECOP and the Women’s Nautical School, the event’s charity partner. Organizers and partners highlighted ...
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