More than 237 students participated in The National Young Writers Contest. They were inspired by the “No more bullying” topic to write their stories and to express their feelings and emotions. As part of the activity, they received training on writing and literature. In addition, they visited the International Book Fair. Sonia Marta Mora, minister […]
Some artisans and the Municipality of San José have reached an agreement
A group of 12 vendors from the Painting and Craft Market, located on Street 13 bis, agreed to leave the site before September 30th, the deadline imposed by the Municipality of San José (MSJ).. They will move to the new Craft Market built by the municipality 2 years ago, in the South side of Garantías […]
After a nine-hour session, the bill against tax fraud was passed!
After a session that lasted more than nine hours, the law to improve the fight against tax fraud was passed in first reading by the Legislature. The initiative received 42 votes in favor from Partido de Liberación Nacional (PLN), Unidad Social Cristiana (PUSC), Partido Acción Ciudadana (PAC), Frente Amplio and Christian parties. However, it had […]
4% of Pap tests may have precancerous and cancerous conditions
4% of Pap tests conducted by the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS) are suspected to have precancerous and cancerous conditions. When test results have any alteration, it is inmediately informed to the specific area of health in order to look for the patients and provide them the appropriate approach: confirmation of diagnosis and treatment. […]
President Solís is in Ecuador
President of the Republic Luis Guillermo Solís arrived in Ecuador, where he was received the president Rafael Correa and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility Guillaume Long. p style=”text-align: justify;”>Solís will participate in the ratification of the Convention on Maritime Delimitation between both countries, which will be held today in the Galápagos Islands. The president is […]
You can help the government to detect corruption!
The government aims to clarify corruption situations in public institutions. To do this, the Executive started a popular consultation in which all citizens can participate. From September 7th to September 18th, Costa Rican citizens can help authorities from the executive branch to learn more about whether there are irregular activities within the services that people […]