AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoViolent Crime: Costa Rican TikTok influencer Gabriela Sanarrusia (28) and her boyfriend were shot dead in their La Cruz home early July 4, as armed intruders allegedly broke in while they slept; police say the suspects fled and a white vehicle was later burned, with motive still under investigation and no arrests announced. Public Health: Costa Rica confirmed two new monkeypox (mpox) cases in San José (men, 25 and 55), activating contact tracing and surveillance; officials stress transmission risk is low and patients are under medical monitoring. Transport & Safety: New data shows 36.23% of vehicles failed first-time technical inspections in 2025, with emissions, worn tires, and brake problems leading rejections. Economy & Cost of Living: The U.S. dollar hit a record low in Costa Rica’s Monex market, while separate reporting highlights rising living costs and climbing rents. Environment & Courts: An environmental lawyer asked a court to suspend thresher shark exports, arguing stronger international protections became binding late last month. Tourism & Travel: El Lugar Costa Rica earned a 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award, placing it in the top 10% worldwide. Sports: Costa Rica will field athletes at the Centennial Central American and Caribbean Games, and beach volleyball NORCECA play continues with Costa Rica teams in contention.
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