For several years the Association for Sexology in Costa Rica created the Amor Q project to organize a community to provide voluntarily support to LGBTI people who are going through difficult situations or are at risk due to family or social rejection. The group aims to help in the economic, educational, medical, psychological, legal, and […]
Archives for October 24, 2016
NY Times recommends people in their twenties to travel to Costa Rica
The New York Times highlighted Costa Rica among the 20 destinations that must be visited by twentysomething people. The publication stated that one of the best ways to change the perception of the world is by traveling at a young age. It’s a good way to experience different cultures, meet new friends and make memories […]
Hydroponic marijuana producers will continue in custody
Four suspects of producing hydroponic marijuana will continue in custody for 3 more months while the investigation against the is still in progress. The subjects installed laboratories in luxurious houses located in Escazú, Paseo Colón, Heredia and Pavas, in order to develop their activity. They are investigated for cultivating and selling marijuana. During the raids, […]
Cosaverde: a graduation thesis was the keystone to success
For Ana María Flores, a 25-year-old woman, her thesis to graduate as an architect unexpectedly became a successful business and was the beginning of her company “Cosaverde”. Cosaverde is dedicated to the design and creation of terrariums, succulents and vertical gardens, ideal for small spaces. The company has more than 8,000 followers on Facebook and […]
Authorities arrested three drug traffickers
On Saturday night and Sunday early morning, security forces apprehended three men and seized crack, cocaine and marijuana in two different operations. The first action was achieved by San José police. Officers conducted several investigations and they found a man surnamed Beckford. He had 117 doses of crack, 10 grams of cocaine and a dose […]
Computer professionals against budget cuts to MICITT
The Board of the Association of Information Technology Professionals raised its voice against the cuts to next year’s budget for the Ministry of Science, Technology and Telecommunications (MICITT) audited by the Legislature. The board criticizes the fact that it’s not given the strategic value it deserves and explains that this is one of the most […]