When a natural emergency occurred, regardless of the political color of the government, quickly and timely actions are needed in order to mitigate its effects. That’s why a well-equipped Emergency Committee with experienced professionals is indispensable. However, Dr. Humberto Trejos Fonseca, neurosurgeon who was President of the Republic in the period 1990-1994, would not hesitate […]
Cyclists will be able to validate the location to park their bikes
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport will build 40 bicycle-parking spaces in San José. In addition, the process to collect the public opinion on the sites proposed by the General Direction of Traffic Engineering began on December 3rd. During the validation of the project, it is expected the participation of a great number of […]
The consortium that will build the binational bridge was chosen
Costa Rica and Panama will start the construction of the new binational bridge in Sixaola during the first quarter of 2017, when the works awarded to the Sixaola Binational Consortium will begin. The consortium is formed by three companies: Constructora MECO (Costa Rica), Cal y Mayor Associates and MEXPRESA (Mexico). The United Nations Office for […]
Raul Castro promised to continue socialist revolution in Cuba
President Raul Castro swore he would defend the socialist revolution in Cuba in front of tens of thousands of people who shouted “Fidel, Fidel” in the last act before the ashes of the Cuban leader were taken to Santiago cemetery. In the presence of Fidel’s remains, we vowed to defend our homeland and socialism,” said […]
Celebrate Black Friday this weekend!
Many of the businesses that suspended the Black Friday offers will celebrate it this weekend. Seven days ago, it was announced that hurricane Otto would hit Costa Rica. As consequence, many businesses had to postpone their day of discounts and offers. Some of these are Walmart, Gollo and Toys, among others. Discounts on the stores […]
Single men are a risk on the roads
Next January will be the tenth anniversary of Diego ChavarrÃa being tied to a wheelchair. In 2007 a drunk driver hit him while he was riding his motorcycle and caused him a devastating injury. But Diego is just a sad example of the combination of alcohol with the steering wheel. In 2015 a total of […]