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A prominent Mexican forward continues his exceptional scoring streak, leading his team to success and drawing attention throughout Central American football circuits.

The Central American nation has revised its transportation regulations, allowing visitors to drive for the duration specified by immigration officers rather than being restricted to ninety days. Travelers are urged to verify their passport stamps for accurate validity periods.

The European Union (likely referring to the US in this context) is reportedly deporting Mexican nationals to Central American countries.

The Central America Music Market (CAMM) held its third edition in Panama, solidifying its role as a key music hub for the region.

Authorities at Lisbon airport seized 61 kilograms of cocaine originating from a Central American country. The confiscated drugs would have been enough to produce at least 610,000 individual doses if they had reached illicit distribution channels.

In the 1820s, Scottish officer Gregor MacGregor sold land and bonds in London for a non-existent Central American state called Poyais, which people later discovered was an empty jungle.

The Costa Rica Media Market's Desde el Centro platform is showcasing new talents and highlighting the growth of Central America's film scene. The event also features industry leaders like MrBeast Producer and Disney, and launched Women in Fan LatAm to support femme-driven genre projects.

Panamanian police arrested the former director of the Central American state's canal authority on Wednesday as part of an investigation into 'unjustified enrichment.' He had notably extended the validity of a concession.

Venezuela and Japan are both hit by strong quakes, but Venezuela faces higher risks due to weaker building standards.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faced mockery after mistakenly identifying Costa Rica, along with El Salvador, as a close South American ally of Washington. Critics pointed out that both nations are located in Central America.

Honduras has raised the maximum penalty for femicide to 60 years in prison, following 262 recorded femicides in the Central American country in 2025.

A series of recent seizures is further evidence of the pressure the US is exerting on the Mexican government and in Central America

Nicaraguan author Gioconda Belli and Salvadoran writer Javier Zamora engaged in a public conversation at the Centroamerica Cuenta literary event, focusing on themes of literature, exile, and resilience.

A Central American Literary Festival has concluded with a strong emphasis on defending freedom of expression, the value of literature, and the necessity of strengthening cultural spaces in the region. Speeches at the event highlighted these critical themes.

Panama and Costa Rica are jointly developing plans for a cross-border rail corridor, a project that could significantly transform travel between the two Central American economies if completed.

Fantastic Lab Central America & Caribbean has unveiled its winners at the Cannes Fantastic Pavilion, with "We Won’t Let the Goat" taking home the grand prize.

Despite a spotty charging network, driving electric vehicles in Costa Rica is surprisingly doable. The article explores the practicalities and challenges of EV ownership in the small Central American country.

A photo exhibition by Ephraim Bieri, opening April 16 at Zurich's Wasserkirche, documents the daily lives of Mennonites in Belize and Mexico. The images portray a way of life that appears from another era but is their lived present, featuring horse-drawn carriages and large families.

Costa Rica has signed a new migration agreement with the United States, potentially making the Central American nation a regular stopover for migrants expelled from US territory, a deal which President-elect Laura Fernández has defended.

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Tigo Energy's recent agreement with CELTEC is highlighted for its significance in improving solar safety compliance standards within Central America.

Judicial authorities in Costa Rica are investigating a case linked to the abuse of a minor after reports surfaced that associates of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein visited the Central American country.

A BlackRock-backed group is attempting to finalize a ports deal, excluding Panamanian assets, following Central America's decision to eject Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison from canal terminals.

The Central American country is shifting from being a springboard to the United States to a place to settle. The post Cubans Who See Staying in Nicaragua as a Viable Option appeared first on Havana Times.

A wildlife monitoring project has unexpectedly documented Central American spider monkeys living freely in an area where the species was previously thought to have disappeared.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has publicly criticized the European Union's deportation of nearly 3,000 Mexican nationals to Central American countries, calling the policy unjustified. She also expressed condolences following the recent murder of a prominent musician, pledging state support to the victim's family.

Authorities extracted a disused cobalt-60 source from a cancer treatment device in Guatemala after security concerns that it could be stolen and weaponized into a radiological dispersal device.

Mexico's Interior Minister addressed the US decision to deport Mexican citizens to Central American countries, while also discussing economic growth and new archaeological finds.

AP News provides general updates and coverage from the Central America region.

The UN World Food Programme warns that the El Niño climate phenomenon could exacerbate acute hunger for an additional 49 million people by 2027, primarily impacting Central America and Southern Africa and worsening crises in already fragile countries.

Portuguese judicial police seized 61 kilograms of cocaine originating from Central America at Lisbon's Humberto Delgado Airport, leading to the preventive detention of two suspects aged 32 and 54.

The Ibero-American Film Commission Network held its meeting at the Costa Rica Media Market for the first time, reaffirming its commitment to accelerating film industry growth in Central America and the Caribbean.

Scientists are utilizing 'superworms,' the larvae of a beetle native to South and Central America, as an effective solution for cleaning animal specimens to prepare skeletons for scientific study.

Air travel became noticeably more expensive in the first half of 2026, with prices for flights to Central America and within Europe seeing particularly sharp increases.

Colombia's Bogota Audiovisual Market (BAM) is expanding its reach, welcoming Netflix and discussing the impact of 'One Hundred Years of Solitude,' while also inviting young producers from Central America, the Caribbean, and Andean countries.

Netafim, an Israeli drip irrigation company, has opened its largest manufacturing plant to date in Mexico. The 30,000-square-meter facility will supply farmers across North and Central America.

Tourism between El Salvador and Guatemala is experiencing significant growth, becoming a strong driver for regional travel with millions of cross-border visitors.

Cervantes Prize winner Sergio Ramírez discusses his induction into the Royal Spanish Academy in Panama, highlighting the richness of Central American Spanish and the profound nostalgia ('cabanga') that influences his work from exile.

During Dubai Restaurant Week, chef Gabriela Chamorro of Girl & the Goose is celebrating her Central American heritage through her culinary creations.

Costa Rica’s Juan Santamaría International Airport has been recognized as the best regional airport in Central America and the Caribbean at the Skytrax 2026 World Airport Awards, adding another aviation honor for the country.

Monoculture farming, including crops like sugar cane, bananas, African palm, and pineapple, is identified as a significant source of problems in Central America.

The latest U.S. State Department travel advisory update positions Costa Rica as a comparatively safer destination for American travelers within Central America and the broader Latin American region.

Costa Rica has signed a new agreement with the United States that could make the Central American nation a regular stopover for migrants being expelled from U.S.

A report by the Group of Experts on Nicaragua, presented to and endorsed by nearly all countries in the UN Human Rights Council, highlights growing repression in the Central American nation.

A 73-year-old American treasure hunter, who was jailed in 2015 for refusing to reveal where he found 500 gold coins from the 'Ship of Gold' (SS Central America), has been released.

A year-long Interpol operation, 'Operation Eclipse,' led to the arrest of 60 suspected child sexual offenders and identified 65 child victims across nine Central American countries.

The politician from the Central American country defends the president’s ‘strong leadership’ model and, despite criticism from the international media, asserts that ‘everywhere, they want a Bukele’

Honduras has terminated its agreement for contracting Cuban doctors, following similar actions by other Caribbean and Central American nations.

The Central American nation has reportedly stopped using government funds to buy Bitcoin, marking a shift in its previously aggressive cryptocurrency adoption strategy.

Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro on Sunday praised El Salvador's hard-line model for fighting crime after meeting with the Central American country's security minister, Gustavo…

MERCAN Group is launching its inaugural hospitality project in Panama, featuring a new Pullman-branded hotel in Panama City. The development signals the company's strategic expansion into the Central American tourism market.

AeroFlexx has announced a partnership with PLAFILM to expand its liquid packaging solutions across Central America.

Over 6,000 athletes from 37 countries are competing in 40 sports at the Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, with Mexico building for the 2028 Olympics.

Local communities in Guatemala's Maya biosphere reserve are successfully increasing forest cover while making a living from trees, demonstrating that nature is best protected by those who depend on it.

Scientists in Costa Rica have reported the first confirmed presence of the Jingmen tick virus in the country, marking its earliest detection in Central America. The finding was led by researchers at the University of Costa Rica.

Pepián is highlighted as one of Guatemala's most enduring traditional dishes, a richly spiced stew with origins in the fusion of pre-Hispanic Maya cooking and Spanish colonial influence, widely regarded as one of Central America's oldest mestizo dishes.

A report highlights the lack of adequate support for caregivers in Central America, covering tasks from childcare and elder care to domestic work associated with these responsibilities.

The European Parliament has increased pressure on Nicaragua's government, calling for the immediate release of political prisoners and the suspension of the EU trade agreement with the Central American nation.

Czech linguists are working to save the language and cultural heritage of indigenous peoples in Central America, specifically focusing on the Nahuat Pipil people whose language is rapidly disappearing.

The Centroamérica Cuenta Literary Festival 2026 has concluded, celebrating shared stories and recognizing culture as a powerful bridge to unite peoples.

A Central America pavilion has opened at the Taipei tourism expo, aiming to promote tourism and cultural exchange between the regions.

The week-long Central American literary and cultural festival, Centroamérica Cuenta, has commenced in Panama.

The Pacific hurricane season has officially begun, with regional forecasters predicting an active period ahead, prompting Central American emergency agencies, including Guatemala's CONRED, to move into operational readiness.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog embarks on a four-day visit to Panama and Costa Rica, aiming to deepen ties with partners in the region, according to the Israeli Foreign Ministry.

Raccoons, captured in the wild near Ócsa, have been introduced to Szeged Wildlife Park in Hungary. The zoo announced the arrival of the mammals, which are native to North and Central America.

Dutch authorities seized 261 parrot eggs, suspected to be from endangered species, found in the hand luggage of a couple traveling from Central America to Asia at Schiphol Airport. The smugglers were caught after a chick reportedly hatched from one of the eggs in their bag.

A new project in Honduras is dedicated to safeguarding the history of the LGBTQ+ community in the Central American nation, documenting both cruel losses and eventual victories.

Caracol Knits has introduced a new digital platform aimed at enhancing nearshoring opportunities in Central America, facilitating closer supply chain integration.

Small, family-run coffee farms in El Salvador and Honduras are facing significant losses and rising costs as global coffee prices continue to fall, forcing them to adapt or risk being left behind.

Authorities in Central America have made 60 arrests in connection with child abuse cases, indicating a significant law enforcement operation against such crimes in the region.

Pedro de Alvarada had a reputation for bravery among his fellow Spanish conquistadors, but was known for his cruelty among the Indigenous people of Mexico and Central America. The post Pedro de Alvarado: A man of violence who helped shape modern Mexico appeared first on Mexico News Daily