A study by ARESEP revealed that although users use the train service due to its speed and those who travel the most are workers and students, they claim that they do not feel comfortable with the service. For users, the high temperature of the wagons, security in the stops and availability of seats are some […]
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6 tips to avoid a crocodile attack on Easter
Humans are not a natural prey for crocodiles. However, it is important to respect their territory. Therefore, follow these six basic tips to minimize the risk of an attack from this powerful predator. 1. Get information: If you plan to visit beaches, rivers or ponds, talk to locals and ask them if there are crocodiles […]
BCR will charge more than $1 for each withdrawal from a different ATM
If you are a customer of the Bank of Costa Rica (BCR) and use ATMs from another entity, you will be charged $1.25 for each transaction. Said measure applies for any amount withdrawn with debit cards from the BCR and from Kristal. According to the banking institution, this is a process of standardization of commissions. […]
Urban birds offer multicolored show in Desamparados
On Saturday morning, different bird species wore their colors in the second edition of the Urban Bird Festival, which took place in the Park La Libertad in Desamparados. Lidia Noches, spokeswoman for the event, commented that they were very satisfied because they have been able to observe rare species, which indicates that the reforestation of […]
GDP grew to 3.6% in the last quarter of 2016
Economic activity in the fourth quarter grew 3.6%, a result associated with the evolution of external demand (6.8%), which maintains the dynamism shown during the year, which in turn is associated with greater medical equipment, bananas, pineapples and services exports (5.9%). According to data from the Central Bank, the final consumption of households was driven […]
Project seeks to soften penalties for addicts used as mules
A bill aims to soften the penalties that apply to addicts exploited by criminal organizations for drug trafficking. The initiative, presented by legislator Marco Vinicio Redondo, from the Citizen Action Party (PAC), establishes a punishment of three to ten years in prison. But it would apply if one or more of the following conditions were […]