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Consuming Marijuana is Not a Crime in Costa Rica, (Contrary to Some Recent Comments)
The President of the Republic, Rodrigo Chaves, mistakenly referred to people who consume marijuana in the country as "criminals." In reality, the self-consumption of cannabis is decriminalized in Costa Rica.The use, possession, cultivation, and transportation of marijuana for personal...
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A Costa Rican Documentary about the Legacy of Jerhy Rivera, an Indigenous Leader, hits theaters
Staging the life, legacy, and assassination of Jerhy Rivera, an indigenous leader and reclaiming ancestral lands from the Térraba community in southern Puntarenas, drove John Ortiz to bring the documentary "JERHY" to life, which is now available to watch...
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Why Costa Rica Doesn’t Have an Army and What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Abolishing It
On December 1, 1948, the Costa Rican president José Figueres abolished the army, transforming the country into a neutral state. There are 21 countries in the world that do not have an army. In the case of Costa Rica,...
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Legal Gold Mining Can Damage Costa Rica’s Image If Done Poorly, Say Experts
To proceed with the auction or concession of the Crucitas mine, the Costa Rican government must ensure that environmental restoration and pollution removal are guaranteed, according to Gabriela San Román, environmental specialist and director of SRP Consultores. Otherwise, a...
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What is the “Sun Tax” Whose Collection Will Change in Costa Rica Starting November 1st?
Data provided by the Regulatory Authority for Public Services (Aresep) to this outlet indicates that by the end of 2023, there were 3,528 generators distributed across Costa Rica, meaning individuals or companies that produce energy through solar panels.All of...
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Environmentalists Will Use All Legal Resources to Boycott the $3 Billion Gold Exploitation in Crucitas
Considering that forests, water, biodiversity, and environmental services are priceless, various environmental groups are preparing all their legal weapons to prevent the exploitation of the Crucitas mine.The warning comes at a time when the government of Rodrigo Chaves has...
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Costa Rica is the Number One Exporter of Medical Devices, Pineapples, and Pineapple Juice for Various Markets
The 7% growth in goods exports from January to August of 2024 is not the only indicator of Costa Rica's strong export performance. According to information from Trade Map - a database of the International Trade Centre (ITC) -...
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New Regulation Streamlines the Entry Processes for Health Related Products in Costa Rica
The more than 600 companies benefiting from the Free Trade Zone Regime and the Active Improvement Regime will be able to import or re-import health-related products or their raw materials more easily, as they will no longer need to...
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Throughout October, You Can Donate Your Hair for Breast Cancer Patients
October is the month of support and awareness for breast cancer. Throughout all the weekends of the month, Walmart will hold a hair donation campaign, which will be used to make wigs that are given to people suffering from...
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Cycling Enthusiasts Can Now Register for L’Étape Costa Rica by Tour De France
With a new organization and three options for road cycling enthusiasts, the event L’Étape Costa Rica by Tour de France returns to the country, taking place in Liberia, Guanacaste, on October 27th.This competition will have three routes: 165 kilometers,...
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Costa Rica’s Neutral Compass: Navigating a Turbulent World
In a global landscape increasingly defined by polarization and conflict, Costa Rica's enduring commitment to neutrality stands as a...