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Costa Rica, Laura Fernandez

Right-wing populist Laura Fernández claims victory in Costa Rica’s elections. Here’s what to know.

Conservative populist Laura Fernández claimed victory in Costa Rica’s presidential race, with early results also pointing to her ruling party securing a majority in an election overshadowed by crime and political apathy.

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Laura Fernandez, Costa Rica's next president, aims to keep on populist path

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Preliminary, partial results put Costa Rican president’s handpicked successor on verge of presidency

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Laura Fernandez leads early results in Costa Rica’s presidential election

The right-wing law-and-order candidate, Laura Fernandez, has taken a commanding lead in Costa Rica’s presidential election, according to early results.

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Fernandez overwhelmingly wins Costa Rica presidency as populist project secures new term

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Costa Ricans vote on outgoing president's conservative populist program

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Counting begins in Costa Rica vote dominated by narco violence

SAN JOSE — Vote counting began Sunday evening in Costa Rica after elections dominated by a surge in narco-trafficking and promises of a crackdown from the conservative frontrunner. Laura Fernandez, the ruling party candidate,

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Costa Rica votes with security in mind as conservatives poised to hold power

Polls point to decisive win for ruling conservative camp, signaling continuity of sitting President Chaves Robles’ agenda as Costa Rica votes for president, new congress - Anadolu Ajansı

Costa Rica: Central America's democratic eco paradise

A favorite tourist destination for its stunning beaches and rich natural beauty, Costa Rica has recently seen its tranquility shattered by the impacts of drug trafficking.Drug trafficking has infiltrated even into spheres of the state,

Teen charged in alleged group sex assault on high school field trip to Costa Rica

Four eighth graders at a Las Vegas private school are accused of sexually assaulting another student during a field trip to Costa Rica, with one of the students, Vaughn Griffith, charged in adult