Officials of the Drug Control Police (PCD) of the Ministry of Public Security arrested the most important drug dealer of Chiquita beach of Puerto Viejo, in Limón. He is a Costa Rican surnamed Brown and he sold drugs to domestic and foreign tourists. The subject, also known as “Duende”, had several firearms. Brown sold cocaine […]
14 countries requested Venezuela to establish an electoral calendar
In a joint statement released by the Mexican Foreign Ministry, fourteen American countries, including Costa Rica, called on Venezuela to release its “political prisoners” and establish an electoral calendar. The statement was signed by Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, United States, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay. Presidential elections in Venezuela […]
Was there a mistake in route 257 design?
General comptroller of the Republic Marta Acosta said that there was a mistake in route 257 design, which will link Braulio Carrillo highway with the APM Terminal megaport in Moín, Limón. However, Minister of Public Works and Transport Carlos Villalta and director of the National Council of Roads (CONAVI) German Valverde said that there was […]
It will be a windy, rainy Friday
Atmospheric pressure on the Caribbean Sea and Central America will maintain strong winds and rains in some areas of the country. According to the National Meteorological Institute (IMN), the expected bursts could reach from 50 to 75 kilometers per hour in the center and north of Costa Rica. In addition, the humidity and cloudiness will […]
MEIC started an investigation against Continental Travel agency
The Ministry of Economy, Industry and Commerce (MEIC) started an investigation against Continental Travel agency, because there were some people who could not travel to Mexico to watch the Costa Rican football team match. Cinthya Zapata, from the Consumer Support Office, confirmed the information and said that up to now they have received 5 complaints, […]
Somali Mohamed Ibaarahim Qoordheer was arrested due to his Facebook posts
Somali Mohamed Ibaarahim Qoordheer, suspected of creating terrorist groups linked to Islamism, was detained in Costa Rican territory. The subject, who would be 24 or 25 years old, arrived in Costa Rica after making a trip in Brazil and Colombia. In his social networks, the suspect published several videos referring to armed men and women, […]