Culture & Lifestyle
Red Sunrise by Ivan Hrushevskyi: Book Excerpt
17 year old Ivan Hrushevskyi from Ukraine will soon belaunching his first novel, a science fiction thriller called RedSunrise. Ivan has a wide sphere of space related interestsand has given TED-Ed Club presentations with the JuniorAcademy of Sciences of...
Culture & Lifestyle
The True Meaning of the Costa Rican “Pura Vida”
"PuraVida" is a phrase that is commonly heard in Costa Rica, but its meaning extends far beyond a simple translation. Literally translated, "puravida" means "pure life" in English, but its true essence encapsulates the Costa Rican way of life...
Culture & Lifestyle
Did You Know That Mother’s Day Is Celebrated Every Second Sunday of May In Several Countries?
According to researchers, the word "mother" or "mama" in many languages is believed to come from universal infant sounds such as "ma" or "mama". These simple sounds are easy for babies to pronounce and have been associated with the mother figure in...
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Coffee Lover?Take Note: The Costa Rica Coffee Fair Will Be Held Soon
It is no secret to anyone that coffee is one of the drinks that cannot be missing in Costa Rican homes, and if you are one of that group of “coffee lovers” we have information that you will really...
Culture & Lifestyle
Taking a Transformative Retreat Alone or With Your Partner, a Complex Decision
Deciding whether to take a transformative retreat alone or with your partner can be a difficult decision. Both options have their own unique benefits and challenges, and it ultimately depends on your personal preferences and relationship dynamics. Here are...
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Costa Rican Author Mike Landy Launches New Novel
Hi, my name is Michael, but everybody calls me Mike. I am a writer and musician. I am 44 years old, and I have been writing my whole life, especially songs or poems but I never considered becoming a...
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Josué Murcia: An Admirable Life Story with Athletics in His Veins
Who are we and where are we going? These are usually very common questions at some point in people's lives and, at that moment, we should sit down for a moment to think about what we really like, what...
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The Future of Work: Current Trends on Technology and Workplace Transformation
The alliance between technology and human capabilities is generating new work scenarios for both employees and employers. SAP analyzes these new trends in its most recent report on the Future of Work.The way we work today is evolving at...
Culture & Lifestyle
Working Abroad With a Disability, Pros and Cons
Yes, it is really possible to work abroad with a disability, and yes, there are obstacles whether the disability is visible or not. However, these obstacles do not endanger the expatriation plan, far from it. Here are some practical...
Culture & Lifestyle
Is It Possible to Show Empathy even in Traffic?
On social networks, you can see everything, especially moments full of empathy between people and between people and animals. A very particular video was an initiative in the municipality of San Luis Potosi, Mexico, in which several bus drivers learned what a cyclist suffers when a bus...
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Tips for Correctly Reading Nutrition Labels in Costa Rica
Nutrition labeling on products has become a fundamental tool for consumers in Costa Rica seeking to improve their diet...