QCOSTARICA (SemanarioUniversidad) Guanacaste leads the ranking of new constructions in the country so far this year with 1.3 million square meters, but the explosive expansion of real estate constructions for tourism has little moved the balance in favor of people’s living conditions. locals, while workers point out poor working conditions. […]
Monthly Archives: November 2023
As the sun set on Sunday, November 5, the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago de Chile drew to a thrilling close. Costa Rica emerged as one of the standout nations of the event, clinching a total of nine medals – one gold, one silver, and seven bronze. These games […]
QCOSTARICA — The Government of Canada issued an alert to its citizens who are traveling or planning to visit Costa Rica, given the wave of violence currently being experienced in the country. The travel advice issued on November 3, 2023, can be found at the Canada.ca website. – Advertisement – […]
QCOSTARICA – On Saturday, November 3, in the afternoon, the Instituto Nacional de Seguros (INS) enabled, for good, the payment of the 2024 Marchamo (circulation permit). After a rocky start, owners of 1,706,625 vehicles can finally pay the circulation rights for the coming year. – Advertisement – The delay in […]
QCOSTARICA — Getting a minor pregnant would be considered an aggravating factor in the crime of sexual abuse, and would be punishable by up to eight years in prison, according to a project presented by legislator Gloria Navas of the Partido Nueva República (PNR). The bill was proposed by Partido […]
I watched this movie this evening and I saw no politics in the film and thought it did a great job of raising awareness for child trafficking. It is disgusting and should be stopped or at least policed better. It truly makes me want a more secure southern border as […]
Former President Donald Trump has taken a significant lead over President Joe Biden in five of the six most crucial battleground states, a recent New York Times-Siena College poll reveals. This development raises serious concerns about Biden’s effectiveness, primarily attributed to voter apprehension regarding his age. With the 2024 presidential […]
In a recent gathering of accredited ambassadors at the Organization of American States (OAS), President Rodrigo Chaves reiterated his plea for international assistance in managing migration, underscoring the need for direct support rather than relying on intermediaries. The President expressed gratitude for the support provided by United Nations agencies and […]
In the heart of Sacramento, the historic Crest Theatre, a centerpiece of the city since 1912, stands as a testament to a past filled with both grandeur and tragedy. This iconic venue, initially known as the Empress Theatre and later as the Hippodrome, has witnessed decades of transformation and numerous […]
In a significant departure from its traditionally acclaimed green energy practices, Costa Rica in 2023 has experienced a notable shift towards thermal power generation, fueled primarily by diesel and bunker oil. This change, driven by a combination of environmental factors and increased energy demands, marks a momentary pause in the […]