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Costa Rica: A True Paradise for Plant Lovers
Costa Rica was ranked as the 3rd best destination in the world for botanical tourism in a ranking developed by The Travel site. The...
Know How to Organize Your House and Your Mind
In Zen philosophy, an individual cannot advance along the paths of enlightenment if internally it is not in order, both in mind and in...
The Science behind the Factors that Influence Healthy Aging
Thanks to the findings of several researchers like Dr. Alexander Leaf, and later Dr. Michel Poulain, Dr. Luis Rosero Bixby, the Willcox brothers, as...
Japan Resumes Commercial Whaling after 30-Year Interruption
Japan officially resumed commercial whaling on Monday, after deciding to leave the International Whaling Commission (IWC) 6 months ago and settle the moratorium that...
Costa Rican Surfer “Cali” Muñoz Climbs to the Top 10 of the World
The Costa Rican surfer, Carlos Muñoz, managed to finish 2nd in the Claro Open Pro - Copa Tubos tournament, played at Playa...
Origin of Karate
Karate is probably Japan’s most known martial art all around the world. The word itself has been translated into English and some other European...
The World Robot Olympiad Is Coming to Costa Rica
Have you ever watched robots playing soccer or bowling? In November in Costa Rica, you can watch young talented engineers showcase their intelligent robots...
“Asia Super Grid” Proof That Countries Can Unite for Good Of The Planet
Clean energy is becoming more viable and profitable around the world. New wind and solar technologies are being developed in particular. And businesses are...
Japan Has More Car Charging Stations Than Gas Stations
Japanese car manufacturer Nissan announced the results of a survey that revealed there are over 40,000 electric car charging stations, surpassing the 34,000 gas...
New Species of Whale Discovered in Bering Sea
Space is often considered the final frontier, but planet earth's oceans are a much greater mystery. Today it is estimated that nearly 95% of...
Costa Rica Will Have Hydrogen Powered Cars in the Country by 2018
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - Within three years, the Costa Rican company Purdy Motor will bring the first hydrogen operated vehicles into the...
Copa del Café International Youth Tennis Tournament Opens Tomorrow in San Jose
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) – Athletes from 29 countries will play from tomorrow for the Copa del Café in Costa Rica, one of...
Free Costa Rican Neonatal ‘Heel Test’ Diagnoses and Allows Treatment for 29 Diseases
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) – The neonatal screening known as the "heel test" should be performed on the third or fourth day after...
New Specialized Tsunami Detection Center Installed in Heredia
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) – The first Central American tsunami monitoring room was opened on this week at the National University (UNA) in...
Website Declares the Average Tico IQ Score is 89 Points
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) – For Ticos, the intelligence quotient (IQ) is an average of 89 points according to the TARGETMAP site.
The publication...
First of Three ICE Geothermal Projects in Guanacaste Becoming a Reality
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) – Three geothermal projects to be constructed in Guanacaste as part of a sector loan are being finalized with...
Technical Jobs Are In-Demand By Employers Around Costa Rica
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - According to the latest annual talent shortage survey released by the firm Manpower, 51% of employers have difficulty...
Costa Rica Infant Testing Best in Latin America With 29 Different Diseases Detectable
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) – Thanks to a test done with a drop of blood, Costa Rican health authorities can now detect up...
More World Cup Fever: Costa Rican Employees Allowed to Watch Tomorrow's Match
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - The government of Costa Rica reported that public employees will be allowed to watch the football matches against...
Costa Rica's Monte Copey Coffee Producer Wins International Competition
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) – Japanese coffee maker, Hidenori Izaki won Thursday's World Barista Challenge, held in Rimini, Italy, with his Costa Rican...
Costa Rica’s Route of the Conquerors for Cycling Heralded Top 7 in the World
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - The Route of the Conquerors stands out between seven cycle routes classified as " most incredible" in a...
International Tourism Fair Draws Interest from 37 Countries
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - After the opening of the tourism and marketing conference Expotur, 2,500 business meetings were conducted and recorded, according...
70 Coffee Samples Compete to Become Costa Rica's Best
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - A total of 70 samples of coffee from all over the country are being tasted this week by...
8.9 earthquake devastates Japan, Costa Rica on tsunami alert
Japan suffered the worst earthquake ever recorded followed by powerful aftershocks and a devastating 10-meter tsunami wave. Costa Rica on tsunami alert.
