Known for its eco-tourism and stunning beaches, Costa Rica has long been seen as a beacon of democracy, peace and stability in the crime-ridden region.

The little country of just over five million people even disbanded its army following a short civil war in…

San José (AFP) Costa Rica President Rodrigo Chaves says the Central American country is no longer free of the organized crime that has ravaged neighboring countries. Known for its eco-tourism and stu…