The sequence of earthquakes that shook the border area between Costa Rica and Panama in recent days has its origin near Baru Volcano. This massif, the highest in Panama, is not currently active but it is the subject of constant studies by experts in volcanology. Lepolt Linkimer, a geologist at the National Seismological Network (RSN), […]
Archives for April 4, 2017
Cheap can be expensive if you buy online
Shopping online can save you a lot of money … or maybe not? While Chinese sites gain ground because of their low prices, the money you pay is not the only cost you should consider. For example: did you take into account the value of the shipment? And what will you have to pay in […]
Donated money will be invested in housing and education infrastructure
The money donated by Costa Ricans during the campaign “I was born in this country” by REPRETEL, Central de Radios and the Bank of Costa Rica (BCR), will be invested in the construction of houses, repairs of schools and communal spaces damaged by Hurricane Otto. On Tuesday morning, at a press conference, Fernando Contreras, President […]
Turrialba Volcano registers new eruption
After a decrease in activity, Turrialba Volcano erupted again at 6 o’clock on Tuesday morning. The Volcanological and Seismological Observatory of Costa Rica of the National University (OVSICORI-UNA) reported that the colossus maintains a vigorous and ash-laden plume. At 6:01 local time, there was an eruption in the Turrialba volcano, with a column that rises […]
Massive absence prevented legislative session
The massive absence of legislators prevented the legislative plenary session from taking place on Monday afternoon. A total of 21 lawmakers were absent, which is why it was not possible to set the minimum quorum for the session (38 legislators). Some of the legislators who were absent were: Marvin Atencio, Epsy Campbell, Laura Garro and […]
SMEs generate 31% of formal employment
The micro, small and medium size enterprises of Costa Rica -including services, industry, commerce and agriculture- contribute with 31% of the country’s formal employment, according to data released on Monday morning by the Ministry of Economy, Industry and Commerce (MEIC). The data come from the Costa Rican Business Information System, prepared by the Ministry. According […]