On Monday, the UN representative in Costa Rica launched a campaign that aims to inform and raise awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals (ODS). With the slogan “Do not leave anyone behind” authorities seek to inform the public about shared responsibility in the implementation and fulfillment of these objectives. The ODS offers a great opportunity […]
US ambassador made a very special gift to a Costa Rican girl
On September 9th, Shirley Moraga met Fitzgerald Haney, US ambassador to Costa Rica, who visited the National Children ‘s Hospital (HNN) and gave her a very special gift. This little girl was born with a congenital heart disease and after an infection, she lost her hands and feet. However, this has not been an obstacle […]
237 students participated in the National Young Writers Contest
More than 237 students participated in The National Young Writers Contest. They were inspired by the “No more bullying” topic to write their stories and to express their feelings and emotions. As part of the activity, they received training on writing and literature. In addition, they visited the International Book Fair. Sonia Marta Mora, minister […]
Police is helping indigenous areas
A group of officers from the Drug Control Police (PCD) put aside their work against drug trafficking and decided to work with different indigenous areas, where they have eradicated marijuana fields. Clothing, food and medical care are part of the contributions that the Public Force has committed to donate since 2006. On the last tour, 197 […]
Japan believes Costa Rica is a good example of organic agriculture
According to Hiroyuki Yamaguchi, a Japanese specialist in agriculture, Costa Rica is a role model for Latin America, due to its progress on organic farming, as there are groups who participate in the entire commercial process. Yamaguchi came to Costa Rica to give lectures in a Latin American workshop on agricultural practices. The expert from the […]
The construction of a pedestrian bridge in La Galera will start today
The construction of the pedestrian bridge in the Florencio del Castillo highway, which connects San José with Cártago, is going to start today. Adrián Rojas, technical director of the project, said that they will extend the lane near the Servicentro La Galera, on National Route 2, because the new structure will occupy part of the […]