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Festival celebrates Afro-Costa Rican culture

“The festival is a cultural show in which indigenous peoples and diasporas’ cultures will be shared, enhancing the African, Chinese, Jewish and other cultures that form part of the national identity,” said organizer Carol Britton.

First nine months of 2015 shatter heat records worldwide

The first nine months of this year were the hottest on record worldwide, U.S. government scientists said Wednesday, in another sign of the impact of dangerous global warming.

Keylor Navas leads Real Madrid to another shutout in battle of Europe’s top teams

Keylor Navas and Real Madrid recorded another shutout on Wednesday, this time against one of the world's best attacks in Paris St. Germain. San Keylor and company have only allowed two goals in 11 games so far this season.

Marijuana use in the US more than doubles in just 12 years

In 2001, just 4.1 percent of adults said they used marijuana. That increased to 9.5 percent by 2013. The findings were published Wednesday in JAMA Psychiatry.

Biden won’t seek White House in 2016, clearing Clinton’s way

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Vice President Joe Biden won't seek the Democratic presidential nomination in 2016, ending months of deliberation and speculation and clearing the path for Hillary Clinton.

How long do I have to stay out of Costa Rica to renew my tourist visa?

Border runs. They're a pain in the wallet for perpetual tourists and immigrants waiting for their residency in Costa Rica. But how long do you have to be out of the country to renew a Costa Rica tourist visa? It’s time to set this straight for the record.

Costa Rica to drop interest rates in attempt to jump-start economy

Casa Presidencial presented the plan Monday with a proposal to lower interest rates 2 percent and spark GDP growth to 4 percent by the end of next year.

Four Seasons jet making maiden voyage to Costa Rica in 2016

The Four Seasons jet is set to fly in a group of well-heeled travelers to Costa Rica in a deluxe Boeing 757 in September 2016, sipping on Champagne and caviar, for only $137,000. Where do I sign up?

Victims killed in 1985 Colombia Justice Palace battle identified

The remains of three women who vanished in fighting when leftist rebels briefly captured the Colombia Justice Palace in 1985 have been identified, the Attorney General's office said Tuesday.

Chile promotes civil union law for gay couples

The new law enables unmarried heterosexual or homosexual couples living under the same roof to co-own property, receive inheritance and pension benefits, and make medical decisions.

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