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"If we had 250 containers of pineapple today, we would sell them without a problem"
Fresh Plaza
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July 4, 2025
Despite climatic, logistical, and financial challenges, pineapple production in northern Costa Rica remains stable and in high demand in the international market. So says Alfredo Volio, president and CEO of Upala Agrícola, one of the country's...
What time is USA vs. Mexico? TV channel details
Sporting News
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July 6, 2025
After two weeks of intense action, USA and Mexico are the last two standing. The neighboring nations will clash in the final of the CONCACAF Gold Cup in Houston on Sunday. The USMNT have not had it easy this tournament, with Mauricio Pochettino...
Top Latam human rights court says states duty-bound to act on climate crisis
The Gleaner
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July 6, 2025
The Inter-American Court of Human Rights on Thursday issued a landmark advisory opinion linking governments’ human rights obligations to their responsibility to address the threat of climate change – a move expected to shape policy and litigation...
Artificial intelligence represents ...
SKNVibes
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San José, Costa Rica, 3 July 2025 (IICA) – The arrival of artificial intelligence (AI) marks a major revolution in agriculture that is already underway and presents an opportunity to enhance productivity, sustainability, and the quality of life...
Officials face backlash over controversial law that might devastate entire region: 'It could unleash a flood'
The Cool Down - Oregon
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July 4, 2025
A controversial bill in Costa Rica could designate over 327 square miles of land for open-pit gold mining. Environmental groups oppose the bill because of the damage the mine would cause to wildlife, rivers, and forests. What's happening? As the...
Waldorf Astoria enters Finland with Helsinki hotel
Hotel Management Network
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July 4, 2025
Hospitality group Hilton has entered a management agreement with M&L Group to rebrand The Hotel Maria in Helsinki as Waldorf Astoria Helsinki, marking the brand’s debut in Finland. Situated in the Kruununhaka district, the 116-room property is...
Yellow fever vaccination campaign to be held at the National Stadium
Q Costa Rica
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July 4, 2025
Q COSTARICA — Travelling without presenting a yellow fever vaccination certificate is the aim of the new campaign by the Ministry of Health to be held this month, given the limited availability of doses in the private market and the increase in...
Ambassador Arnoldo Brenes Castro
Diplomat magazine EU
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July 4, 2025
In a world still facing growing threats from the use and proliferation of chemical weapons, and with increasing geopolitical tensions and challenges, the need for principled, experienced, and visionary leadership at the Organisation for the...
Oral Biohacking Powers Regenerative Dentistry And Next-Gen Longevity
Forbes
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Photo by Leon Neal/Getty ImagesGetty Images Oral biohacking is emerging as one of the most powerful yet overlooked frontiers in longevity and whole-body optimization. Beyond brushing and flossing, this paradigm redefines dentistry as a hub for...
2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup Final: Scouting Mexico
Stars and Stripes FC - Washington D.C.
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July 5, 2025
Despite all of the concern and the underwhelming performances, the United States Men’s National Team fulfilled the objective of reaching the final at the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup with a win over Guatemala (2-1). As is to be expected at a regional...
How the Great Outdoors Can Boost Your Recovery
Psychreg
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July 1, 2025
8 Reading Time: 4 minutesNature plays a special part in the lives of most humans, even if it’s mostly a backdrop to some of our favourite moments. There’s something special about watching the sunset with a loved one or witnessing a shooting star....
Your Loved One Is in Treatment – What Now?
Psychreg
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July 1, 2025
7 Reading Time: 4 minutesThe moment that your loved one disappears into a treatment facility is a very emotional one. Finally, they are getting the help they need! But, this part of the process has difficulties that there family members might not...
Climate change is separating wild vanilla from its pollinators
Earth.com
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Vanilla is more than just a kitchen staple. It is the world’s most popular spice after saffron and finds its way into everything from ice creams to perfumes and medicines. The allure of vanilla’s rich, sweet aroma has made it a global commodity,...
Carbon markets offer an extraordina...
SKNVibes
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San José, Costa Rica, 1 July 2025 (IICA) – Carbon markets constitute a major opportunity for livestock farming in Latin America and their potential must be developed through collaborative work among governments, the private sector, academia, civil...
Latin America’s top human rights court says countries have a duty to act on climate change
Euronews
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July 4, 2025
By Steven Grattan with AP Published on 04/07/2025 - 9:08 GMT+2 The Inter-American Court of Human Rights on Thursday issued a landmark advisory opinion linking governments’ human rights obligations to their responsibility to address the...
2025 Best & Brightest Online MBA: Michael Roshon, Indiana University (Kelley)
Poets&Quants - California
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July 3, 2025
“Innovative physician leader, strategic thinker, committed to athlete safety, emergency medicine expert, and healthcare executive.” Age: 57 Hometown: Colorado Springs, CO Fun Fact About Yourself: I’ve blended my passion for sports and medicine,...
New Kent High alumna gets ready for stint in Peace Corps
The Virginian-Pilot
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July 2, 2025
NEW KENT — A former New Kent High School student is taking a break from academia to learn hands-on skills in Costa Rica with the Peace Corps next month. Kendal Vorous, 21, from Quinton, departs for Central America on July 12 to begin training as a...
When Derby County expect to complete £5.8m Patrick Agyemang transfer deal
Football League World
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July 5, 2025
Derby County's £5.8 million signing of American striker Patrick Agyemang will now not be completed until after Sunday's CONCACAF Gold Cup final, according to reports. The Rams have agreed terms with MLS club Charlotte FC over the transfer of US...
Researchers Say These 9 Biohacking Secrets Are the Key to Living to 100
Best Life - New York
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July 4, 2025
For many Americans, hitting the 100-year mark isn't just a dream—it's a goal. According to the CDC, the average life expectancy in the U.S. is 78.4 years, but living longer than that means little if your extra years are spent battling illness or...
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An Eating Disorder Got in the Way of My Travel Dreams—but My Recovery Helped Me Reclaim the World
Travel + Leisure
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There was a time when I couldn’t imagine getting on a plane, let alone biting into a croissant in Paris or swimming in the Mediterranean. Or rather, I could imagine those things, but they lived in a fantasy life, far removed from the one I...