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Hilton and M&L Group to Debut First Waldorf Astoria in the Nordics
Photo: Courtesy of Hilton Hilton and M&L Group have announced the launch of Waldorf Astoria Helsinki, the first Nordic property under the brand’s flag. Set in the city’s Kruununhaka district, the existing Hotel Maria will be reimagined under the...

Not Just Capybaras: Snakes, Turtles, and Hedgehogs Are Also Rescued in Costa Rica
The rescue of several capybaras in recent weeks in Orotina is not an isolated story about exotic animals in Costa Rica. In 2024 alone, the Agrarian and Environmental Prosecutor’s Office registered 239 complaints, resulting in 243 recovered...

Looking for a Wellness Retreat in NYC? Here Are the Top Spots
Wellness retreats in NYC? Sounds like an oxymoron, but it actually makes sense. As a city that never sleeps, its people must be craving the ultimate ways to relax every now and again. Truth be told, even a few days’ worth of exploring NYC makes me...

Canada’s Latest Costa Rica Travel Advisory Update
The Canadian government rolled out a fresh travel advisory for Costa Rica, urging travelers to stay sharp due to rising crime and natural risks. If you’re planning a trip to our country, here’s what you need to know to stay safe and informed....

Transforming lives through code: The inspiring journey of Priyank Soni in medical technology
In a world where innovation can mean the difference between life and death, few individuals embody the transformative power of technology in healthcare quite like Priyank Soni. With over 20 years of global experience, Priyank has been a...

Dr. Dain Heer: Wellbeing, Wealth, and the Power of Perception
As change is the only constant, many people find themselves clinging to outdated structures that no longer serve them. Dr. Dain Heer, the internationally renowned co-creator of Access Consciousness, offers a refreshing perspective on navigating...

Gardens of Eden: Lush ‘wellness weddings’ surrounded by nature are the latest trend
Once upon a time, he put on a top hat, she lowered the veil and the whole family headed for the chapel. But these days a wedding isn’t just a ceremony, it’s “self-care.” “As self-care becomes a priority to our clients’ daily lives, we’re...

5 Reasons to Stay at W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal — A Modern Central American Oasis in Guanacaste
In 2018, the first W hotel in Costa Rica debuted in a 2,300-acre nature reserve tucked between the mangroves of Guanacaste. The northwestern province features all of the most luxurious beach resorts in the country and the Daniel Oduber Quirós...

How Britain Quietly Became The Next Big Destination In Wellness
Yes, the UK is quickly becoming a go-to wellness destination. getty Bali has the sun. California has smoothies. Costa Rica has the jungle shaman who’ll realign your spleen and sell you ayahuasca in a biodegradable pouch. For years, the global...

SANA is Supporting the Mental Health of Women Coffee Farmers
All images courtesy of SANA. When Lucia Bawot published We Belong: An Anthology of Colombian Women Coffee Farmers in March 2023, she never imagined it would inspire her to launch SANA, an integrative psychosocial program providing mental health...

Hotels We Love: This Luxe Eco Hotel Is Putting Santa Teresa, Costa Rica On The Map
I’ve long had a love affair with Costa Rica. At 19 it was one of the first countries I visited outside of my homelands (Uruguay and The United States), and I was familiar with CR as my mother studied abroad here back in the day. I’ve spent several...

Report warns that Costa Rica is moving towards a state of structural violence
QCOSTARICA — The most recent report from the “informe del programa Análisis de Coyuntura de la Sociedad Costarricense” (Current Situation Analysis of Costa Rican Society program), run by the School of Sociology at the National University (UNA),...

DuPont expands sterile packaging operations in Costa Rica
DuPont has expanded its sterile operations as the company grows to its healthcare manufacturing facility in Heredia, Costa Rica. Sterile packaging can be produced on-site and can be utilised by the global medical device industry. The company has...
Arias guides US medical group’s entry into Costa Rica
Credit: Shutterstock/MillaF Arias’s San José office has helped US healthcare company Switchback Medical enter Costa Rica by launching new healthcare facilities there. Subscribe to unlock unlimited access Get news, unique commentary, expert...

In Loving Memory of Metropolitan Athenagoras (Aneste): Legacy of Orthodox Mission and Leadership
CHICAGO — His Eminence Metropolitan Athenagoras (born George Aneste), former Metropolitan of Mexico and Vize, fell asleep in the Lord on July 1, 2025, at the age of 84. A lifelong servant of the Orthodox Church, Metropolitan Athenagoras was known...
American Retirees Flock to This International Destination—and It's Got Great Health Care, Low Taxes, and High Quality of Life
Key Points Spain tops Global Citizen Solutions' 2025 list of the best countries to retire; the company also highlighted Madrid as a great place to work and live for professionals. Global Citizen Solutions estimates that monthly living expenses...

Jurassic World Rebirth Resurrects an Unused Jurassic Park 3 Plot
“Survival of the fittest” isn’t just the tagline for 2001’s Jurassic Park III — it’s the premise for Jurassic World Rebirth. “Of all species that have existed on Earth, 99.9% of them are now extinct,” paleontologist Dr. Henry Loomis (Jonathan...

Obesity is a complex disease
Obesity is a complex disease Lifestyle choices can help with weight loss Want to live to 100? Researching blue zones, areas where people live exceptionally long lives can provide some lessons. Longevity researcher Dan Buettner identified 5 of them...

UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | June 30 to July 6, 2025
Every Monday, we bring you UPSC Current Affairs Pointers—a concise, exam-focused guide to help you stay ahead in your Prelims and Mains preparation. Polity — The Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has launched the RailOne App as a one stop...

Football's possible doping problem, Messi magic at the Club World Cup, and Mbappe's hospital scare
The Athletic FC ⚽ is The Athletic’s daily football (or soccer, if you prefer) newsletter. Sign up to receive it directly to your inbox. Hello. As a Premier League star stares down the barrel of a possible four-year ban, we’re asking: how concerned...