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Marriages of Convenience A
Big Business
An organization, headed by a
notary in downtown Heredia,
visits poor neighbourhoods in
that province and in Alajuela
and San José, looking for takers
of their offer to lend their
name on a marriage certificate
in exchange for between ˘20.000
and ˘50.000 colones (us$38.50
and us$96).
Dependence on Foreign
Investment
In an increasing fashion, the
economic stability of Costa Rica
depends on direct foreign
investment.
Eldest Man
in Costa Rica Says "Moonshine"
Is Part of His Secret to
Longevity
Rafael Mora, a resident of
Alajuela, at 114 years of age is
the oldest registered person in
Costa Rica.
Rainforest Masks Displayed at
Selby Gardens
From the shadows of the tropical
rainforests, the Borucan Indians
of Costa Rica are crafting a new
art form with ancient roots,
Rainforest Masks are on exhibit
at the Marie Selby Botanical
Gardens, in Sarasota, from
now through April 26.
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