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Costa Rica Turns to Bukele’s Prison Model Amid Rising Crime Wave

El Salvador's President Bukele joins Costa Rica's President Chaves to launch the CACCO prison, inspired by CECOT, as crime ...
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Nicaragua Ends Dual Citizenship Rights Hitting Exiles Hard

Nicaragua's National Assembly ratifies a constitutional reform banning dual nationality, forcing exiles to lose citizenship ...
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U.S. Pauses Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries

The U.S. will pause immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries starting Jan. 21, 2026, citing “public charge” ...
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Costa Rica Road to Close for Two Weeks for Bridge Construction

Route 606 will be temporarily closed starting Thursday for the new Guacimal River bridge construction. Plan your travel ...
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Solana Sierra Debuts at 2026 Australian Open as Argentinas Top Tennis Player

Argentine tennis player Solana Sierra makes her main-draw debut at the 2026 Australian Open after a breakout 2025, rising as her country's top-ranked woman ...