The University of Costa Rica (UCR) has officially confirmed that xylene is the identified component behind water contamination affecting various areas of San José. This confirmation follows an in-depth investigation carried out by prominent research centers including the Electrochemistry and Chemical Energy Research Center (CELEQ), the Natural Products Research Center […]
Monthly Archives: February 2024
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This is indeed a profound question. One could rightly argue that simply traveling does not equate to “building a career.” There are certainly many interesting positions available locally. However, one could also argue that one or two trips abroad to “build a career” are worth it. The debate (about pollution […]
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele’s war on gangs is credited with slashing homicide rates and restoring security and dignity to citizens of what was once one of the world’s most dangerous countries. The price, say observers and victims, is paid in arbitrary arrests, inhumane detention, even torture — and fear of […]
Car shipping to Costa Rica requires careful preparation, compliance with regulations and an understanding of import taxes. Partnering with an honest shipping company that offers transparent pricing is key. If you purchased your vehicle outside of its local region, it must pass inspection by Revision Tecnica de Vehiculos (RTV). Furthermore, […]
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele’s war on gangs is credited with slashing homicide rates and restoring security and dignity to citizens of what was once one of the world’s most dangerous countries. The price, say observers and victims, is paid in arbitrary arrests, inhumane detention, even torture — and fear of […]
Have you ever dreamt of swapping the Lone Star State’s cowboy hats for Costa Rica’s lush rainforests in just a few hours? Well, buckle up, because Spirit Airlines is turning this dream into a reality with their latest air travel route! From Texas to Tropics: A Direct Gateway Starting March […]
Costa Rica, a nation known for its lush rainforests and stunning beaches, is currently facing a less idyllic reality. The country’s health authorities are sounding the alarm over a dramatic increase in dengue fever cases. The statistics are startling: from a modest 45 patients in 2023, the numbers have ballooned […]
In a revelation that might make you rethink what’s in your tap water, the University of Costa Rica (UCR) has identified xylene as the contaminant in the drinking water of over 107,000 residents in the northeast of the Greater Metropolitan Area (GAM). But don’t start stocking up on bottled water […]
In a cultural exchange as rich and flavorful as a cup of traditional Cuban coffee, Costa Rica is set to host a film debate cycle featuring Cuban cinematic gems. The event kicks off with the screening of “José Martí, El Ojo del Canario” (José Martí, Eye of the Canary, 2010) […]
First, find a beach along the Pacific coast and find yourself a comfy spot to sit. Next, you’re going to stare out over the expanse of sand and relax your eyes, looking at everything but not focusing on anything in particular, kind of like how you stared at those magic […]