In order to disguise 40 kilos of cocaine in Paso Canoas, a man wrote words like “happy day”, “Texas”, “Team”, “100%” and “J” on them. Costa Rican authorities arrested a subject, surnamed Sánchez, who was driving a vehicle. He hid the drugs in a secret compartment in the trunk. He had no records. The packages were […]
The Congress passed a reduction from the state contribution to electoral campaigns
The Congress passed in first reading a reduction of 25 billion colones from the state contribution to political parties for the 2018 and 2020 election campaigns. The initiative, presented by legislator Otton Solís from Partido Acción Ciudadana (PAC), received 45 votes in favor and 1 against. The reduction, from 0.19% to 0.11% of Gross Domestic […]
Costa Rica and its energy production from renewable sources is impressing the world
Costa Rica and its energy production from renewable sources continue drawing the world’s attention. A report on that matter joins previous European and American publications. The new report was made by Fusión, an American website operated by Univisión. In the report, there is the possibility that Costa Rica is becoming a superpower in the development […]
3 grenades were found in “Aguantafilo”
57 families were evacuated in “Aguantafilo” in Hatillo. The operation ended with the seizure of three fragmentation grenades and 9mm weapon ammunition. The operation was carried out by several authorities such as the Public Force and the Municipal Police. We were ready for another kind of situation, but fortunately citizens helped us. Only one person […]
Beware! Heavy rains will continue
The rains that affected authorities and families in several parts of the country last week, could happen again throughout the week. The latest report from the National Meteorological Institute (IMN) indicates that rainy conditions will take place in the afternoon in the Pacific coast, whereas in the morning, weak rainy conditions and trade winds are […]
Cabify and Uber haven’t discussed possible regulations with the CTP
Neither Uber nor Cabify have discussed possible regulations on their operation with the Public Transport Council (CTP). That does not prevent both companies from operating or contemplating expansion plans. Uber has been working in Costa Rica for 14 months, while Cabify confirmed its expansion plans in national territory. According to Costa Rican authorities, any private […]