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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.

Colombian family arrested with 3 kilos of heroin and cocaine in their stomachs

BOGOTÁ, Colombia – Colombian police said Monday they had arrested a family of four, including a teenager, who were together carrying 91 cocaine and heroin capsules in their stomachs.

Scandal-plagued Honduras needs dramatic overhaul, say analysts

Today, 62 percent of Hondurans live in poverty and 42 percent live in “extreme poverty.” To make matters worse, violence and organized crime is fueling emigration, while the country’s weakened institutions are encouraging a process of remilitarization.

25 Essential Tips for First-Time Home Buyers in Costa Rica

Most condo projects in Costa Rica are pre-qualified by the banks, so the developer has all the ducks in a row for you to become a new home owner the easy way, they say. That doesn’t necessarily mean it’s as easy as they make it look like.

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