Traffic jams are so frequent that many Costa Ricans have adjusted their routines to deal with this phenomenon, treating it ...

So, you’re planning your dream trip to Costa Rica. You’re thinking lush jungles, epic waterfalls, sloths, volcanoes… and then someone casually mentions, “Oh yeah, there are earthquakes in Costa Rica.” ...

Today is Thursday, May 22, the 142nd day of 2025. There are 223 days left in the year. Today in history: On May 22, 1960, the strongest earthquake recorded struck southern Chile. The magnitude 9.5 ...

An earthquake of 4.5 magnitude hit the island of Evia near Athens overnight and was felt in the Greek capital, without causing major damage or disruptions. The tremor was the largest so far in a ...

Earthquake damage in Sisak, Croatia, led to the surprising discovery of a Roman theater. Credit: Croatian Ministry of Culture and Media “This … provides new insight into the size of the ancient city ...

The UO Chamber Choir and Oregon Wind Ensemble will have a total of six concerts during their cultural musical exchange tour in Costa Rica. Here, The OWE performs in San Jose. Dr. Dennis Llinás is ...

Thank you Prime Minister Rama, dear Edi, for your hospitality. I am really glad to be concluding my tour of the Western Balkans in Tirana. As you know, for the European Union, the enlargement to the ...

A helicopter surveyed the earthquake damage in Italy. Footage captured from the Drago VF59 aircraft shows an aerial inspection over the Solfatara area of Pozzuoli following the quake on May 13.

By absorbing and dissipating earthquake energy, this design significantly reduces the risk of structural damage. Unlike traditional rigid structures that resist motion, the setup allows the ...

Since 2010, Costa Rica has enjoyed strong and stable economic growth - 3.8% in 2017. Exports of bananas, coffee, sugar, and beef are the backbone of its commodity exports. Various industrial and ...