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VIDEO: English language school on a remote island in Lake Nicaragua makes use of trash

In a poor, rural community, locals are taking advantage of everything to build a bilingual school in one of the most remote regions of Nicaragua.

Costa Rica uniforms are international best-sellers thanks to World Cup run

And now, just like that, everyone wants Costa Rica’s jerseys. The World Cup uniform – with the simple one-stripe design – received much criticism for its barebones style. However, the apparel suddenly is a best seller thanks to the Ticos shocking appearance in the quarterfinals of the tournament in Brazil.

Former US President Bill Clinton lauds Costa Rica, urges students to make most of their futures

Hoarse from watching the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team on Tuesday, former U.S. President Bill Clinton (1993-2001) found his voice long enough to call on Costa Rican students to work for a better world, during a speech at the Universidad Latina.

Key players out for both teams ahead of Costa Rica – Netherlands match

Defender Roy Miller will miss Costa Rica's historic World Cup quarterfinal with the Netherlands on Saturday because of a left foot injury, according to his federation. Miller, a reserve defender on the national team, almost certainly would've certainly started against the Dutch in place of centerback Óscar Duarte -- who was red carded during the Ticos' previous match.

Belgium overcomes Tim Howard and the United States to reach quarterfinals

U.S. keeper Tim Howard had made a string of fine saves to keep Marc Wilmots' men at bay during the 90 minutes in Salvador. Howard's 16 saves throughout the match broke the record for most saves in a World Cup game.

US Secretary of State Kerry urges Central America cooperation on child migrants

PANAMA CITY – U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry reiterated Tuesday Washington's calls for Central American cooperation in addressing the plight of tens of thousands of illegal child migrants making their way to the United States.

How the Clintons went from ‘dead broke’ to rich

Over seven frenetic days, Bill Clinton addressed corporate executives in Switzerland and Denmark, an investors' group in Sweden and a cluster of business and political leaders in Austria. The former president wrapped up his European trip in the triumphant Spanish Hall at Prague Castle, where he shared his thoughts on energy to a Czech business summit. His pay: $1.4 million.

Costa Rica Ombudsman’s Office pushes for better marine conservation

Costa Rica's Ombudsman's Office issued a statement Tuesday urging the government to prioritize marine resource management. According to research by the agency – which is responsible for petitioning the state on behalf of Costa Rican citizens – climate change, poor technology, inadequate marine management and a lack of political will have depleted the country's marine resources.

Costa Rica fishermen once again arrested as US Coast Guard seizes 2.3 tons of cocaine

The U.S. Coast Guard captured a Costa Rican fishing vessel and arrested three Costa Ricans and one Nicaraguan suspect off the coast of the remote Cocos Island in the Pacific. The boat had 2.3 tons of cocaine on board. The bust went down on Monday with the assistance of local Drug Control Police.

Laura Chinchilla’s post-presidential hobby? Caring for a baby bird

After leading an entire country what does an ex-president do in her spare time? If you're Laura Chinchilla, you adopt a baby bird.

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