In an era where currency values can swing wildly, Costa Rica’s currency, the Colón, has managed to stand firm. According to the Big Mac Index (BMI) published by The Economist on July 31, 2024, the Colón ranks as the second least devalued currency in the world. This index, while a […]
Monthly Archives: August 2024
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In a world full of negativity, it’s refreshing to stumble upon stories that warm the heart and bring a smile to your face. One such story has emerged from Costa Rica, where a woman rescued a one-month-old kitten from the side of a river, and their incredible bond has since […]
In a concerning development, health authorities in Honduras launched a massive campaign against dengue this Friday, responding to a crisis that has claimed 105 lives and affected more than 99,000 people so far this year. The situation has prompted urgent action across the nation. Health ministry brigades mobilized throughout the […]
QCOSTARICA — The Organismo de Investigación Judicial (OIJ) arrested five officials of the Patronato Nacional de la Infancia (PANI) – National Children’s Welfare Agency – for apparent human trafficking and illegal adoptions. On Tuesday, OIJ agents carried out five raids as part of the investigation of the case, which began […]
When Nicolás Maduro was proclaimed the winner of the elections, José Ochoa began packing his bags to walk from Colombia to the United States through the Darién jungle. Like other migrants, his hope of returning to Venezuela vanished after the elections. Ochoa, 38, was counting on the opposition’s victory on […]
As I stand before you today, I’m not just a candidate running for the presidency. I’m an American, deeply concerned about the direction in which our great nation is headed. The challenges we face are daunting, but they are not insurmountable. With the right leadership, we can restore the prosperity, […]
On August 13, the Judicial Investigation Agency arrested five officials of the National Child Welfare Agency (PANI) for suspected human trafficking and irregular adoptions. The Specialized Section on Gender Violence and Human Trafficking of the Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) confirmed that following an investigation, raids were also conducted. The suspects, […]
Is it possible to hack phone by calling? This is a question you might think has a simple answer and that is a no. However, you’ll be surprised to learn that there are different ways hackers and scammers can access your phone and calling is one of them. However, there […]
QCOSTARICA — Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro “leads a narco-state,” a “dictatorship,” and it is difficult for him to surrender power, said Costa Rica’s former president and Nobel Prize winner, Oscar Arias. According to Arias, interviewed by EFE, what happened in Venezuela is something that does not surprise him. “Dictators don’t […]
An extraordinary wildlife encounter captivated a group of Italian tourists on Tuesday afternoon in Costa Rica’s Corcovado National Park. Eduardo Soto, a seasoned guide with over eight years of experience, captured a breathtaking moment as a jaguar prowled gracefully along the riverbank. Adding to the excitement, a puma was spotted […]