QCOSTARICA — Forty-one legislators rejected this Monday the fast-track motion for a bill seeking to prohibit the application of the 13% Value Added Tax (VAT) to the Sinpe Móvil (Mobile Sinpe) by the Ministry of Finance. This comes after the Ministry of Finance announced its plans to tax commercial transactions […]
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QCOSTARICA — Emotional dependency, also known as “relationship addiction,” is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a pattern of unmet emotional needs that are maladaptively met through other people, can generate effects similar to those of an addiction. This is what psychology experts assert, since when a person’s […]
QCOSTARICA — The Barva Volcano Sector of Braulio Carrillo National Park has temporarily closed its doors from March 20 to April 25, 2025, due to a shortage of drinking water in the area. This was announced by the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC), which stated that the measure seeks […]
QCOSTARICA — Miller Gardner, son of New York Yankees star Brett Gardner, was found dead in a hotel room on Friday, in Manuel Antonio Quepos, Costa Rica. Miller was 14 years old. Brett and his wife, Jessica Gardner, announced the news through a message on their X account on Sunday, […]
This past March 21st, in celebration of the International Day of Forests, the Institute of Forest Research and Services of the National University (Inisefor-UNA) reaffirmed its commitment to research and knowledge generation for sustainable forest management that enhances the role of soils in the fight against climate change. In the […]
The reduction in airfares to Central America and the Dominican Republic, with trips between $100 and $125 round-trip, would not change the focus of Costa Rican tourism, which will continue to focus on the quality and added value of its offering rather than competing on price. This was stated by […]
This past Thursday, Costa Rica and its students commemorated the 169th anniversary of the Battle of Santa Rosa. During that battle, the defense of the country’s sovereignty was accomplished in less than 20 minutes. The heroic feat took place in 1856, igniting “a flame of patriotism that lives on in […]
RICO’s Q — A week ago, Costa Rica President Rodrigo Chaves took to the streets, gathering dozens of people in front of the Fiscalía General (Attorney General’s Office) to demand the resignation of the Fiscal General (Prosecutor), Carlo Díaz. This march, led by Chaves was attended by people from various […]
Although we often associate passion careers with artistic, artisanal, or unique professions, the term is much broader. A passion career can be any profession that resonates deeply with a person’s values, meets their personal expectations, and complements their lifestyle. It provides personal and professional fulfillment, bringing satisfaction and peace of […]
On March 21, the Teatro de la Aduana will open the second season of the internationally award-winning play “My Son Walks Just a Little Slower.” After a first season in 2024, which was attended by more than 600 people, the production returns with a new opportunity for Costa Rican audiences […]