More than 30 nuns were expelled from three convents in Nicaragua and their whereabouts are uncertain, according to a Church affairs researcher and Nicaraguan media in exile who denounce persecution of religious figures by Daniel Ortega’s government. Lawyer and Catholic Church affairs expert, Nicaraguan Martha Patricia Molina, said that the […]
Daily Archives: January 29, 2025
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There are nearly a million Costa Ricans who work in what is known as the “informal” sector of the economy. These jobs are characterized by instability, poor pay, lack of social security benefits, and often, poor working conditions. Yet many of these workers are also some of the most visible, […]
In just one year of operation, the Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance Center of the Cocos Marine Conservation Area (ACMC) has become the most advanced technological hub of its kind in Costa Rica and Central America. This state-of-the-art facility is revolutionizing marine protection, demonstrating a significant impact on safeguarding Marine Protected […]
QCOSTARICA — A bill promoted by the Frente Amplio (FA) would eliminate the pensions of former presidents. The text, already in the legislative process, would suspend those already granted when the beneficiaries receive an income higher than three base salaries (¢1,386,600). On the other hand, it establishes that the beneficiary […]
QCOSTARICA — Bus companies and taxis, among other modes of paid public transport, must have an electronic payment system or they will not be able to renew their concessions. Costa Rica’s legislators unanimously approved a reform to article 17 of the law that regulates paid public transport nationwide. This new […]
Q24N (DW) Almost at the same time as an operation to secure the Eventin oil tanker stranded off Germany’s coast, another tanker — called Jazz — that had set sail from Russia reported problems in the Baltic Sea near Rügen, Germany’s biggest island. According to agency reports, the crew was […]
Q24N — Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum rebuked numerous comments that President Donald Trump made about Mexico. Trump called for the Gulf of Mexico to have its name changed to the “Gulf of America,” saying the name change has a “beautiful ring” to it. Sheinbaum on ‘Mexican America’ proposal: ‘It sounds […]
Food security in southern Mexico and parts of Central America is at risk due to extreme weather events such as droughts, according to a report released this Monday by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). According to the organization, 14 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean may […]
QCOSTARICA — The Federated College of Engineers and Architects – Colegio Federado de Ingenieros y Arquitectos (CFIA) – reported that the delay of the Costarricense de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (AyA) – water and sewer utility – in granting permits continues to affect construction projects. According to them, there are requests […]
Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, Costa Rica is often hailed as a paradise on Earth. Its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and diverse wildlife make it a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. However, beyond its breathtaking landscapes and adrenaline-pumping activities, Costa Rica offers a deeper, […]