Diplomacy Break With Cuba: Costa Rica’s Foreign Minister Manuel Tovar Rivera called Cuba a “vile tyranny” and reaffirmed the severing of diplomatic relations, saying the decision dates back to last March after embassy closures tied to human-rights concerns. Child Safety Alert: Costa Rican authorities warn that child sexual abuse suspects are often known to victims—relatives or people in their close circle—after a Heredia case involving a step-grandfather led to a 48-year sentence. Immigration Case in Florida: Costa Rican creator Julián Valverde was released from ICE custody after five days; his case remains open following his arrest over an expired license. Health Advisory for Travelers: The CDC issued a Level 1 travel notice for hepatitis A, with most cases reported in San José province. UN Secretary-General Race: Reuters reports Rebeca Grynspan remains narrowly ahead in a Security Council straw poll as Michelle Bachelet withdraws from the race. Environment & Infrastructure: A new law requires wildlife crossings, but implementation could take years; meanwhile, heavy rains disrupted access to Irazú and Route 32. Sports & Local Life: Costa Rica’s velodrome reopened after major repairs but cyclists report new cracks and loose material; and Costa Rica kicks off CONCACAF Nations League play vs Curaçao. Data Leak Probe: Prodhab opened its own investigation into an alleged mass data leak involving a credit reporting agency.