From the 1,007 projects that participated, the Organization of American States recognized Emanuel Solano’s among the 45 most outstanding. The Costa Rican competed with students from 74 countries at the International Science and Engineering Fair Intel. The “detection and control system of gas leaks for domestic-use cylinders (Progas)” caught the eye of the judges, who […]
“What does a kiss mean to you?” campaign
What does a kiss mean to you? Is it a small sign of affection or is it something bigger? The campaign behind the question aims to lead people to reflect on the possible answers. This campaign will take place in the Diversity Week 2016 from the Federation of Students of the University of Costa Rica […]
Soaring medical rates also hit the CCSS
The rate increase announced by Colegio de Médicos de Costa Rica, would have an impact not only on users of private medical services, but also on the amounts paid by Caja Costarricense del Seguro Social to purchase external medical services. “This entity will also be affected because, many times, it has to buy external medical […]
Doctors targeted by authorities for sharp increase in rates
The Superintendencia General de Seguros (SUGESE) and the Ministry of Economy, Industry and Commerce (MEIC) demanded accountability from Colegio de Médicos y Cirujanos, so that they explained the method used to set the increase in medical professional fees in force since May, 2nd. Tomás Solye, insurance superintendent, requested studies that justify the rate adjustment, and […]
Owl with broken wing rescued
An owl, who apparently clashed against a recently placed cable line in Sarapiquí, and as a result, fractured one of its wings, was rescued this week. Now, it requires surgery and 3 to 4 months of recovery to be released in the wild again. Oropopo owls need the forest to survive and do not like […]
2 coyote cubs found in Guácimo
The new tenants at Rescate Animal Zoo Ave are 2 coyote cubs found in Guácimo. Their mother is presumed dead, since the cubs were alone and the rescuers couldn’t find her. According to Zoo Ave, the animals were taken to the rescue center by the staff of the Ministry of Environment and Energy. The coyotes […]