Young Girl Miracuously  Survives Drunk Driver Accident
While legislators discuss the new "Ley de Transito" that would greatly increase fines for traffic violations and get tough on drunk driving, the carnage on the road continues, especially when it involves alcohol and big trucks.

Constitutional Court Ruling Gives Domestic Workers One Day Off and Less Hours Daily
Domestic workers in Costa Rica had one more reason to celebrate International Women's Day as the Constitutional Court ruled in their favour.

Arias Said He Will Meet With Bill Gates Later This Month
Costa Rican president, Oscar Airas, announced yesterday that while he will be in Cartagena, Colombia, later this month he will meet with Microsoft founder, Bill Gates and Colombian president, Alvaro Uribe. The announcement came while Arias was visiting the port town of Puntarenas.

Marina Pez Vela Contest Offers Boaters Transport to Costa Rica
Marina Pez Vela in Quepos, possibly one of the top billfish locations in the world, has announced a new contest for boaters.

West Virginia Alumna to Lead Group of Students to Costa Rica
Karen Beeftink, WVU alumna and course instructor, is leading 12 students throughout Costa Rica on an immersive cultural experience and wilderness adventure this summer.

Diesel And Aviation Fuel Price Hike Approved
While the price of super and regular gasoline increased yesterday, the Autoridad Reguladora de los Servicios Públicos (Aresep), approved an increase in the price of diesel fuel.