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The dollar exchange rate increased in February

February 13, 2017 by Staff News Writer

There has been an increase in the price of the dollar exchange rate during February, both in the wholesale currency market (MONEX), and in the banks and other financial institutions. According to economist Melvin Garita, during the first days of February, currency intermediaries faced dollar outflows for just over $ 28 million, because they have […]

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A Fuego Lento: a delicious dream

February 13, 2017 by Staff News Writer

Gabriela Carvajal and Ricardo Salas shared the love of cooking since they were engaged, almost 4 years ago. They always talked about how nice it would be to make cakes and pastries and dedicate their lives to that. She was a Visual Arts teacher and he was a bartender. Neither of them had studied gastronomy […]

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Some recommendations to get a loan to buy a house

February 10, 2017 by Staff News Writer

Acquiring a lot or housing entails a whole process in which to opt for a loan is a common situation among many people who share the same dream. According to the General Superintendeney of Financial Entities (SUGEF), from January 2008 to September 2016, the balance of the housing portfolio went from ¢ 2.2 trillion colones […]

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The UNT and the ICAP signed an agreement

February 10, 2017 by Staff News Writer

Students from the National Technical University (UTN), will have the opportunity to make exchanges, research projects and exchange of information, thanks to an agreement between the Central American Institute of Public Administration (ICAP) and that education house. ICAP is an international organization of the Central American Integration System (SICA). It specializes in public administration, oriented to […]

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Winds and rains will affect some areas of the country

February 10, 2017 by Staff News Writer

Heavy gusts of wind and rain in some areas are part of the consequences that a weather front will bring to the country. It is estimated to hit national territory today. According to the National Meteorological Institute (IMN), the gusts will oscillate from 85 to 100 kilometers per hour in the Central Valley, the North […]

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Magic trees in San José! Don’t miss the opportunity of seeing them!

February 10, 2017 by Staff News Writer

When was the last time you noticed the flowering trees in downtown San José? If the answer was “long ago” or you just don’t know, this activity is for you. Chepecletas and the “Magical Trees” Organization joint to show Costa Ricans more than just buildings in the capital. The walking tour will be held next […]

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