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Monthly Archives: November, 2013

Meet CambYoCar: the first car to be designed and built in Costa Rica

With a hybrid and electric model, CambYoCar could help ease Costa Rica's emissions problems. “Our goal here is to change the world,” says inventor Jesse Blenn.

Tension grips Honduras in disputed election

The two leading candidates are sparring over election results in the world's most violent country.

US Embassy denies visa to terminally ill Costa Rican who wants to visit family in States

Alberto Caballero is terminally ill with cancer. In 1998, he was separated from his wife and three daughters in California when he was deported because of a criminal background. His dying wish is to see his family again.

UN envoys endorse first steps toward next pact on global warming

The coal lobby cast a shadow over the negotiations," said Jennifer Morgan, director of the climate and energy program at the World Resources Institute.

‘Oh, Hanukkah, oh, Hanukkah, come light the menorah’

One of the world’s most joyous holidays begins Wednesday evening, Nov. 27. Costa Ricans and people around the world will kindle the first light of the eight-day Jewish festival of Hanukkah.

Snuba comes to Costa Rica

Snuba allows divers to reach depths of 25-30 feet without certification.

Ask A Cost Rica Expat: What do US expats need to know about Obamacare?

Our new columnist Ross Lustman explains all things legal and tax-related.

Roger Noriega accuses Honduran candidate’s husband of drug-trafficking links

The neo-con former U.S. diplomat and current lobbyist apparently isn’t a fan of ousted Honduran President Manuel Zelaya or his wife, presidential candidate Xiomara Castro.

Costa Rican Electricity Institute must refund $11 million to customers

A bad shipment of bunker fuel forced the state-owned utilities agency to generate electricity with diesel at a higher cost, which the agency passed on to consumers.

Win a free Thanksgiving dinner for 2 at Costa Rica Marriott

Find out how to win a Tico Times dinner giveaway here!

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