Eight sharks were killed and six were rescued alive on Tuesday after an action of illegal fishing to exploit natural resources from Isla del Coco. Steel reefs and hammerhead sharks were among the dead animals. According to the staff of Isla del Coco National Park, they found hooks and a fishing lines that extended for […]
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Americans are protesting across the United States over Trump’s victory
In several US cities, people expressed their dismay over Donald Trump’s victory in the election and vowed to reject the divisive attitude that, they believe, helped the Republican magnate to reach the White House. In Washington, several hundred of demonstrators gathered outside the White House for a vigil on a cold afternoon, criticizing what they […]
22 university projects reached communities in the country
Today, students at the University of Costa Rica (UCR) will present projects focused on social actions. They were developed in different communities from the 7 provinces. The projects were completely created and executed by the students. 5 of them will be recognized for their work and their effectiveness in the beneficiary communities. In addition, students […]
A Costa Rican is awarded for sustainable-energy project
Joaquín Víquez created his company, Viogaz, in 2009 to produce gas through animal’s manure. 7 years later, he has received a recognition for his sustainable energy project. Last week, he received a notice from MIT Technology Review magazine, which is linked to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) from America, and he will receive the […]
The Comptroller pointed out CONAVI’s failures on La Platina Bridge
The Comptroller General of the Republic declared that the National Highway Council (CONAVI) does not have an updated work program for the proper control of the bridge’s project or for the roadworks’ monitoring. The project has a total cost of 7.650.609.711, 75 colones and the Comptroller’s Office noted that there is no Quality Control Plan […]
Chamber of Commerce: Costa Rica must maintain relations with the US
After the results of the US presidential elections, the Chamber of Commerce of Costa Rica said it is necessary that the country maintains the relationship with its largest trading partner. What matters now is that Costa Rica takes steps to keep this nation as its main trade partner, and the strengthening and whole Central American […]