Culture and People

Costa Rican astronaut Franklin Chang-Díaz entered the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame in May 2012 after seven NASA shuttle missions.

Chepito, a well-known resident of Piedades de Santa Ana, turned 111 in March 2011 and later became a celebrated figure of longevity.

Tickets for Shakira’s April 10, 2011 concert at Costa Rica’s new National Stadium went on sale February 7 amid heavy demand.