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Analysis: Russia, China and even Iran are asserting their presence in a region once considered America's "backyard." Are we headed back to the days of the Cuban missile crisis?
From treks in the Arctic circle to luxury "eco-lodges" in Costa Rica, there are many types of vacations and holiday companies that like to highlight just how much they care about the environment.
The newlyweds "love the landscape" in the country, a source tells PEOPLE
Colombian President Alvaro Uribe's second cousin, ex-Senator Mario Uribe Escobar, was arrested Tuesday after Costa Rica denied his request for asylum, a witness said.
The security minister in Costa Rica stepped down Sunday after alluding to possible links between a Colombian rebel group and Costa Rican politicians.
Europe has the UEFA Champions League, South America has the Copa Libertadores. Almost by default, North America also has to hold an international club tournament that pits champion against champion.
Most people have an inkling that if you drilled down to the Earth's core, it would feel pretty hot down there -- around 5,500 degrees Celsius (9,932 degrees Fahrenheit) to be precise, in fact, according to Greenpeace. (Nearer the Earth's surface, however it is a more bearable 10-16 degrees Celsius (50-60 degrees F) all year round.)
Tim Cigelske was a baggage handler for a major airline in Milwaukee from 2005 to 2007.
Patricia Pasechnick was sailing to some of the most romantic ports in Europe, but she'd left her husband home in New Jersey. Instead, she was sharing Rome, Tuscany and the French Riviera with her mother-in-law and 13-year-old daughter.
Mexico's win against Costa Rica on Sunday wasn't pretty. The beautiful game was hardly on display in Houston's Reliant Stadium, as El Tri struggled with an undermanned Costa Rican side as fouls, dives and cards dominated.
Analysis: Russia, China and even Iran are asserting their presence in a region once considered America's "backyard." Are we headed back to the days of the Cuban missile crisis?
From treks in the Arctic circle to luxury "eco-lodges" in Costa Rica, there are many types of vacations and holiday companies that like to highlight just how much they care about the environment.
The newlyweds "love the landscape" in the country, a source tells PEOPLE
Colombian President Alvaro Uribe's second cousin, ex-Senator Mario Uribe Escobar, was arrested Tuesday after Costa Rica denied his request for asylum, a witness said.
The security minister in Costa Rica stepped down Sunday after alluding to possible links between a Colombian rebel group and Costa Rican politicians.
Europe has the UEFA Champions League, South America has the Copa Libertadores. Almost by default, North America also has to hold an international club tournament that pits champion against champion.
Most people have an inkling that if you drilled down to the Earth's core, it would feel pretty hot down there -- around 5,500 degrees Celsius (9,932 degrees Fahrenheit) to be precise, in fact, according to Greenpeace. (Nearer the Earth's surface, however it is a more bearable 10-16 degrees Celsius (50-60 degrees F) all year round.)
Tim Cigelske was a baggage handler for a major airline in Milwaukee from 2005 to 2007.
Patricia Pasechnick was sailing to some of the most romantic ports in Europe, but she'd left her husband home in New Jersey. Instead, she was sharing Rome, Tuscany and the French Riviera with her mother-in-law and 13-year-old daughter.
Mexico's win against Costa Rica on Sunday wasn't pretty. The beautiful game was hardly on display in Houston's Reliant Stadium, as El Tri struggled with an undermanned Costa Rican side as fouls, dives and cards dominated.
The tortoise famously beat the hare, but now conservationists are turning to racing turtles in a bid to raise awareness and learn more about the plight of one of the planet's oldest species.
It's never too early to think about a spring get-away or start planning your summer vacation. Last year was the pits for air travelers, from lost luggage to long delays. But we'll tell you what you can expect this year and how you can get ready.
You've seen those articles that claim you can boost the size of your retirement nest egg by eliminating trips to Starbucks and banking the money you would have spent on lattes. But come on. Will yo...
You've seen those articles that claim you can boost the size of your retirement nest egg by eliminating trips to Starbucks and banking the money you would have spent on lattes.
Think about this scenario: A leader misspeaks, the comments are posted on a blog three minutes later, and within an hour media organizations have picked up the comments, reporting them on television and online.
For many business school students in the United States, early January would usually see them enjoy some time off to visit friends and family, or perhaps take a holiday. Not any more.
Costa Rica's star striker Paulo Wanchope will join J-League club FC Tokyo, adding a new chapter to an illustrious career which has already taken him to England, Spain, Qatar and Argentina.
U.S. employers are set to enter the new year with a steady - if more cautious - hiring pace, according to a survey released Tuesday.
Costa Rica is a magnet for international tourists and the Central American state's astonishing geographical and biological diversity -- packed into an area just slightly bigger than Switzerland -- means many are attracted by the great outdoors.
Adventure was the goal when John and Karen Lewis liquidated their assets to buy a large tract of Costa Rican rainforest in 1990.
This year, David and Laurie Bergthold, of Oceanside, California, are celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary -- surprising to some, considering the couple got engaged after knowing each other only four months, and were married four months after that.
The editors have identified the Best business ideas in the world, which will appear here in a series throughout the next month. Check back daily for updates.
The editors have identified the Best business ideas in the world, which will appear here in a series throughout the next month. Check back daily for updates.
"Hey, Tony ... I mean Mr. Soprano. I could use some advice."
Most people go to a spa to get away from work.
Costa Rica coach Alexandre Guimaraes has resigned after his team's dismal performances at the World Cup finals -- where the Central American nation suffered three straight defeats.
QUESTION: I'm 56 years old and nearly 100% invested in equity mutual funds. I'd like find something to cushion the blow of another stock market decline, but with residential real estate seemingly having run its course and commodities topping out, what alternative do I have? Can you suggest a type of investment that has not recently peaked, and which may offer long-term growth? Real estate in Costa Rica, pipeline limited partnerships...something? - James E. Good, Orlando, Florida
Bartosz Bosacki scored in each half as Poland finished their World Cup with a 2-1 win over Costa Rica in their final Group A game in Hanover on Tuesday.
FIFA are not planning to take any action against Ecuadorean striker Ivan Kaviedes for donning a Spider-Man mask to celebrate his goal against Costa Rica in their Group A clash on Thursday.
Germany coach Juergen Klinsmann said he could not risk playing captain Michael Ballack in the World Cup opener against Costa Rica on Friday.
Philipp Lahm, who gave hosts Germany a great start at the World Cup with the first goal in a 4-2 win over Costa Rica in Friday's opening game, praised the noisy home fans for their support.
Miroslav Klose scored twice for Germany on his 28th birthday as they opened the World Cup finals in Munich with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Costa Rica.
Midfielder Bernd Schneider led out Germany for the opening match of the 2006 World Cup finals in Munich, after coach Juergen Klinsmann omitted Michael Ballack, who had declared himself fit shortly before the match.
A spectacular late goal by Torsten Frings capped a 4-2 win for Germany over Costa Rica as the hosts launched the football World Cup in Munich in thrilling style.
Germany captain Michael Ballack will miss Friday's World Cup opening match against Costa Rica because of a calf injury, coach Juergen Klinsmann told a news conference on Thursday.
Germany wrapped up their World Cup preparations with a morale-boosting 3-0 friendly victory over Colombia.
Former MTV talk-show host Tom Green said an accident near his house in Costa Rica has made him more respectful of the ocean.
A freak goal from goalkeeper Luis Enrique Martinez helped Colombia to a 2-1 win on Tuesday in Poland's last home friendly before the World Cup.
Czech midfielder Tomas Rosicky is expected to recover in time for the World Cup finals after a medical check-up showed his leg injury was not serious.
Tomas Rosicky will miss the Czech Republic's World Cup warm-up against Costa Rica on Tuesday because of a thigh injury.
Ukraine received a perfect send-off to the World Cup on Sunday when they crushed fellow qualifiers Costa Rica 4-0 in their final warm-up on home soil.
At least 565 individuals have been arrested on allegations they operated phony sweepstakes and lottery contests and a variety of other mass marketing fraud schemes in the United States and four other countries, Justice Department officials announced Tuesday.
FK Moscow midfielder Damian Gorawski has withdrawn from Poland's World Cup squad after medical tests uncovered a serious circulation and respiratory condition.
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Group A | World Ranking: 19
Group A | World Ranking: 29
Group A | World Ranking: 26
The top two teams in each group advance to the 16-team knockout round.
Group A | World Ranking: 26
The countdown to this summer's World Cup finals has begun and here at CNN we will be keeping you in touch with all the latest news from Germany.
Coffee-heart attack link clarified
Staffers on Capitol Hill and in the Bush administration said Thursday it is unlikely that the Central American-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement will become active Jan. 1, as had been planned.
Costa Rica's Deportivo Saprissa beat Sydney FC 1-0 on Monday to set up a dream semifinal with European champions Liverpool at the FIFA Club World Championship.
The last major sales window for World Cup tickets opens on Monday, with 250,000 seats on offer.
Full schedule for the 2006 World Cup in Germany:
England coach Sven-Goran Eriksson breathed a sigh of relief after the World Cup draw in Leipzig handed his team a relatively easy first round group.
Defending champions Brazil will face 1998 semifinalists Croatia in their opening match of the 2006 finals in Germany.
Arsenal striker Thierry Henry has insisted that he will play in France's controversial friendly against Costa Rica on November 9, despite opposition from club manager Arsene Wenger.
Development and storms have eroded much of the coastal wetlands that provide "speed bumps" for approaching storms. CNN.com asked readers whether steps should be taken to rebuild them. Here is a sampling of those responses, some of which have been edited:
France coach Raymond Domenech is facing a revolt of club managers after arranging a friendly international against Costa Rica next month.
Costa Rica qualified for their second successive World Cup with a 3-0 win over a makeshift United States side.
Wal-Mart Stores on Tuesday said it was making its first foray into Central American retailing, buying a stake in the region's top retailer from Dutch retailer Royal Ahold .
Steve Ralston and DaMarcus Beasley gave the United States a 2-0 win over Mexico on Saturday to secure their place in the 2006 World Cup finals.
With its beaches, golf courses, cuba libres, and rock-solid social-security system, it's no wonder that Costa Rica is luring American executives who want an alternative to Indian outsourcing. After...
Sea turtles are a migratory species found in a variety of coastal areas around the world, including southeastern U.S. beaches from North Carolina to Florida, Hawaii, the Caribbean, Mexico and Costa Rica.
Mexico and the USA took one step nearer the World Cup finals in Germany next year with convincing victories in CONCACAF qualifying on Wednesday.
A desperate message for help stuffed into a bottle helped save 88 South American refugees stranded at sea near Costa Rica, officials said Tuesday.
Costa Rica striker Whayne Wilson has dies, four days after being involved in a car accident.
Libya. Rwanda. Croatia. Nicaragua. We expect to see these names on the evening news, not travel brochures. A war or another well-publicized horror can keep tourists away for generations, but these ...
Police in 12 European and Latin American countries were arresting about 500 people to break up an Internet pedophile ring discovered in a Spanish village, officials said.
Iraq's fairytale campaign continued as they followed their shock win over Portugal by securing their place in the Olympic quarterfinals with a 2-0 defeat of Costa Rica.
Iraq beat Costa Rica 2-0 in Volos on Sunday to reach the Olympic Games quarterfinal and give the strife-torn country real hopes of a fairytale medal.
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Maybe it's panic, hubris, guilt -- or a combination of the three. But every now and again, a corporate chief accused of breaking the law hightails it rather than face the prospect of a very long time behind bars.
BEND, Ore. (CNN/Money) - Eyebrows went up when Dale Anderson and his wife, Kim, told their friends they were buying a second house in Paraiso del Mar, a new housing development in La Paz, Mexico.
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Talk about betting on a long-shot. Members of Congress, sports organizations such as the NCAA and some federal prosecutors believe they can hold back the growth of Internet gambling.
Yoga has been around for more than 5000 years, and thanks to celebrities like Madonna, it has quickly become one of the fastest growing fitness trends in the United States. But buff arms and a yoga-booty aren't the only reasons Americans are flocking to yoga.
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