- November 9, 2026
Removal of Iconic Figueres Statue Triggers Conservation Debate in Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica — The decision by Costa Rica’s Ministry of Culture to dismantle and remove the statue of…
- November 7, 2026
Controversy Erupts Over Removal of Historic Figueres Monument in San José
San José, Costa Rica — The removal of the iconic statue of former President José Figueres Ferrer from the Plaza…
- November 6, 2026
Costa Rica Removes Damaged José Figueres Sculpture for Safeguarding and Restoration
San José, Costa Rica — Costa Rica’s Ministry of Culture and Youth (MCJ) has taken decisive action by removing the…
- November 6, 2026
San José Statue Removal Triggers Political Debate and Heritage Concerns
San José, Costa Rica — The Ministry of Culture has officially ordered the temporary removal of the iconic statue honoring…
- November 4, 2026
Vandalism of Iconic Abolition of the Army Monument Triggers Legal Action in San José
San José, Costa Rica — San José witnessed a tragic setback to its cultural heritage this week following civil demonstrations…
- December 1, 2025
How Scrapping an Army Forged a Nation’s Identity
San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – Today, Costa Rica celebrates the 77th anniversary of one of the most…
- December 1, 2025
Arias Issues Stark Ultimatum on Anniversary of Army Abolition
San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – On the 77th anniversary of Costa Rica’s historic decision to abolish its…
- August 6, 2024
Former Presidents Smile in Their Popular Biographies on Costarricenses.cr Thanks to AI
Guanacaste, Costa Rica — The digital age has brought many historical and educational treasures to the fingertips of Costa Rican citizens,…
- July 24, 2024
José Figueres Ferrer— A Legacy Forged in Peace and Progress
San José, Costa Rica — José María Hipólito Figueres Ferrer, affectionately known as “Don Pepe,” remains a towering figure in…