Researchers from the University of Wisconsin in Madison, studied Costa Ricans sloths and they concluded that their movements and “lazy” lifestyle are related to the adaptation of living in trees. They also studied sloths from other Latin American countries. The research discovered that a diet of leaves and plants has little nutritional value, so that, […]

The bill against tax fraud took a step forward this afternoon after being passed by a majority of the Financial Affairs’ Committee members. The initiative was supported by the Legislators from the following political parties: Liberación Nacional (PLN), Unidad Social Cristiana (PUSC), Acción Ciudadana (PAC), Frente Amplio (FA) y Alianza Demócrata Cristiana (ADC). However, the […]

A police’s important task  is to rescue endangered animals, as happened last Friday when they rescued a colt that fell into a pond inhabited by crocodiles. Furthermore, on Sunday, a member of the border police saved a sloth that was trying to cross a busy street in Corredores. In addition, 4 newborn raccoons were rescued and […]

Fabricio Alvarado, a Christian legislator, is working on a bill to eliminate the figure of the National Institute for Women (INAMU) and, instead, establish a Family Institute. A complaint has been made by the Legislature against the institute and also against Alejandra Mora, Minister of Women. Alvarado’s reaction is due to a case of violence […]

Although traffic jams are highly affecting Costa Ricans, they prefer to buy cars instead of using public transports. To circulate in public areas has become a nightmare due to the increasing presence of vehicles. People are thinking of their comfort but they are not evaluating what could benefit communities the most. Data from the Ministry […]

2 puppies were brutally attacked in Frailes in Desamparados. Ricardo Solís told that two stray dogs arrived in a rescuer friend’s house. They were bleeding and had cuts on their heads, snouts and paws. His friend took them to the veterinarian office, where they were helped. Once stabilized, the animals reacted and they are currently […]