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The Tico Times most popular stories of 2015

The top 10 most-read stories from The Tico Times this year.

Costa Rica meme makers, we applaud you

While there weren't as many major political scandals in Costa Rica in 2015 as in years past, there still was plenty of material for Ticos to do what they seem to do best – celebrate the absurd with satire and memes made viral on social media.

Peru warns against ritual New Year effigy-burning

Each New Year's Eve, Peruvians take delight in ritually torching dolls of their politicians, sportsmen or celebrities -- but environment officials say the tradition is a health hazard.

Venezuela court blocks a defiant opposition

Venezuela's highest court on Wednesday effectively blocked the two-thirds majority that the opposition won in this month's landmark legislative elections by suspending the inauguration of three incoming lawmakers.

US ‘affluenza’ teen wins Mexico deportation delay

On Wednesday, Ethan Couch, aka the "affluenza" teen, won a three-day delay from deportation from Mexico where he was detained weeks after fleeing probation imposed for a deadly drunk-driving crash in Texas.

Costa Rica environmental news: 2015’s biggest stories

The biggest in Costa Rica environmental news in 2015.

Bill Cosby charged with sexual assault

Comedian Bill Cosby has been charged with sexual assault in Pennsylvania over an incident that took place in 2004 -- the first criminal charges filed against the actor after dozens of women claimed abuse.

US congress members in Costa Rica to assess Cuban migrant crisis

A member of the U.S. House of Representatives arrived in Costa Rica on Tuesday to assess the Cuban migrant crisis, while a New Jersey mayor said he would put up a six-figure sum to help the migrants pay their way north.

Hotel Nacional de Cuba: A history of mobsters, missiles and movie stars

History comes alive at Havana's Hotel Nacional de Cuba, a national monument that has hosted Mafiosi, movie stars and world leaders.

Morning caffeine fix gets cheaper as rains boost Brazil supplies

Hedge funds are betting your morning cup of coffee is going to get cheaper, even as prices head for a sixth straight monthly loss.

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