QCOSTARICA — The number of women who joined the workforce grew by 13% (100,000 more than the previous year) according to the latest study released by the National Institute of Statistics and Census (INEC). This percentage is higher than the average for job creation, which is 7.2%, with 149,465 more […]
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Q24N () With downcast eyes, a heavy heart, an empty stomach, tired feet and a feeling of defeat, hundreds of people have arrived at the Paso Canoas, the southern border of Costa Rica, in recent weeks. These are the same people who, at some point, set out on the route […]
QCOSTARICA — 96% of Costa Ricans believe in God, some deity or a higher power that influences their lives, according to a survey by the National University last week and, therefore, conservative voters will be a prized prize for the 2026 elections. In recent weeks, several decisions taken by President […]
QCOSTARICA — In 2024, the Ministry of Public Education (MEP) reported threats of shootings in front of or near an educational center every four days. This means that the corresponding protocol was activated on 43 occasions, which represents an increase of 13 incidents compared to 2023. This was indicated by […]
QCOSTARICA — After several weeks of suspense, the Miss Universe organization finally announced which country has been chosen to host the 74th edition of the beauty pageant. What happened to Costa Rica? At least for this occasion, it was close, but it was not chosen. – Advertisement – Through a […]
Q24N – US President Donald Trump likes the idea put forward by El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele of holding U.S. criminals in prison in exchange for money. Trump confirmed that his government is studying the possibility of sending those convicted in “the most serious cases” to serve their time in […]
QCOSTARICA — Starting today, February 7, and continuing to Sunday, February 9, the Costa Rica Convention Center will become the epicenter of technology, innovation and the best automotive deals with the arrival of Expo Motriz 2025. This event, designed for all in the automotive sector and the general public, will […]
QCOSTARICA — Cocaine is “no worse than whiskey” and is only illegal because it comes from Latin America, Colombian President Gustavo Petro said during a live broadcast of a government meeting. Colombia is the world’s largest producer and exporter of cocaine, with Costa Rica being a prime location for transshipments […]
QCOSTARICA — Costa Rica and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) held the formal exchange of ratification notes of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement on Trade and Investment (CEPA) at the offices of Dubai Chambers, during a formal ceremony headed by the Ministers of Commerce of both countries. This meeting marks […]
QCOSTARICA — The United States Embassy in San José, Costa Rica, warned about the attacks that vehicles traveling in the vicinity of the Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are receiving. The alert for travelers traveling in Costa Rica arose on Wednesday, February 5, that is, one day after the visit […]