María José Durán, a young Costa Rican from Sabanilla de Montes de Oca, has made history by becoming the first Costa Rican accepted into the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to study Bioengineering. During an interview, she shared how surreal it feels to live this opportunity: “Every day I […]
Daily Archives: October 1, 2024
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Guatemalan authorities dismantled a migrant trafficking network destined for the United States on Tuesday, which included police officers, according to Interior Minister Francisco Jiménez.The minister detailed that 36 people were arrested, including 23 active police officers and two retired ones. “Today (Tuesday) morning, a criminal structure dedicated to human trafficking […]
Moving abroad can evoke a complex mix of emotions: joy, sadness, discouragement, and hope, often all at the same time. How can you manage these conflicting feelings to embrace life in a new country with calmness and optimism? Navigating the emotional turbulence of moving abroad Moving to another country doesn’t […]
In light of the increase in fraudulent emails, the National Bank (BN) provides the general public with key information on signs to detect potential scams advanced by artificial intelligence. Always check that the domain is correct: It is essential to verify that the domain (the part that follows the “@” […]
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An unusual visitor made an appearance in Moín on Saturday: an American Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) was spotted on the beach, later reappearing at the mouth of the Estero Negro. This bird inhabits the Atlantic coast of the United States, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Caribbean, as well as parts […]
Costa Rica, a country known for its lush rainforests and natural beauty, is not immune to the global challenges of climate change, particularly when it comes to water shortages. To tackle the growing threat of drought and ensure a reliable water supply, the state water utility, AyA (Instituto Costarricense de […]
Condé Nast Traveler has announced the results of its prestigious 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards, and Hotel Belmar, located in the cloud forests of Monteverde, Costa Rica, has been ranked as the seventh-best hotel in the Caribbean and Central America. This recognition is no small feat, as the Readers’ Choice Awards […]
The son of former Honduran president Porfirio Lobo (2010-2014), who was serving a 24-year prison sentence in the United States for drug trafficking, has been released after receiving a sentence reduction, an official source reported on Monday. “Fabio Porfirio Lobo,” 53, “is no longer in BOP (Federal Bureau of Prisons) […]
The rise of digital platforms has transformed global commerce, making it easier than ever to buy and sell goods across borders. Unfortunately, not all transactions are legal. In Costa Rica, these platforms are increasingly being used to facilitate the illegal wildlife trade—a growing issue that threatens the country’s biodiversity and […]