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Monthly Archives: August, 2013

Costa Rica tops list for women’s rights in the Americas, but report warns of ‘troubles’ ahead

Costa Rica leads its Latin American neighbors in women's and civil rights but trails in government responsiveness and civil society participation.

Dominican Republic names first nesting green sea turtle ‘Jaira,’ honoring Tico conservationist

The Caribbean country has stepped up efforts to protect beaches and attract nesting sea turtles.

Costa Rica must defend its citizens and protected lands, says U.N. expert

U.N. expert John Knox said that "criminal threats strike at the heart" of Costa Rica's long history of civilian environmentalism.

Which Costa Rican hotel ejected Ellie Goulding and Björk?

The two beloved musicians were partying with Skrillex and the DJ Diplo, presumably after Imperial Festival last year, when they were told to get out.

Uruguay lawmakers back government-grown marijuana

After registering, users would be able to cultivate up to six plants, gain access to the drug as part of a marijuana-growing club or purchase up to 40 grams per month at a dispensary.

New Immigration Administration alert system prevents entry of 14 registered sex offenders

The system also led to the arrest of two Costa Ricans and two Nicaraguans wanted by local authorities as they tried to leave the country.

Meet the NSA’s new data centers: Russia, China and Venezuela

The U.S. National Security Agency has managed to either place or gain access to servers in a collection of countries that are deeply hostile to the United States.

U.S. lawmakers warn of repercussions after Russia grants Snowden asylum

Snowden, 30, had been stranded in Russia's Sheremetyevo Airport for more than five weeks.

Two more deaths from AH1N1 in Costa Rica

Ten people died from the virus in June and July.

With murder suspects in jail, Costa Rican conservationists call for better protection

Conservationist: "We want to see true changes in conservation policies on the Caribbean."

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