Conservation in Action: Costa Rica’s Golfo Dulce is seeing mangrove recovery after years of loss, with 12,000 seedlings planted and early survival estimated at 75–80%, alongside community-led restoration of water channels. Public Safety & Science: Costa Rica issued a preventive green alert for areas near Rincón de la Vieja after 100+ eruptions in July–August, warning about possible lahars and heightened river risk without evacuations. Tech & Connectivity: Tarana Wireless and Costa Rica ISP Itellum demonstrated gigabit-tier fixed wireless access, as SUTEL advances 6 GHz rules using automated frequency coordination. Health Tech & Research Integrity: Peptides Costa Rica rolled out a new transparency standard—expanded batch/lot IDs, easier COA access, and stronger supplier verification—as scrutiny grows in the peptide market. STEM & Med Cannabis Manufacturing: Costa Rica inaugurated its first laboratory for manufacturing medicinal cannabis medicines, adding to the country’s push to build local biotech capacity. Education & Funding: Students at Costa Rica’s public universities protested proposed FEES funding being kept flat for 2027, warning scholarships, research, and services could take a hit. Wildlife Protection: A new Costa Rica campaign (#WhatYouCarry) urges travelers not to take wildlife or plants home after thousands of specimens were seized at borders.