Unions Will Not Accept A "YES" To The TLC
The leaders of the country's unions say that they will not accept a positive vote from the Legislative Assembly in approving the ratado de Libre Comercio (TLC) - the free trade agreement with the United States (CAFTA).

Political Parties May Be Forced To Clean Up Propaganda Left Behind
It is not unusual to walk along the streets of Costa Rica and still find posters from the last presidential elections. And in some cases, there are posters from past presidential elections still in full view of passersby, adorning trees, light poles, etc.

Compensation Leading To The Arrest of Escapees Proposed
The escape of four prisoners at the La Reforma prison last October 9 not only showed the failure in the prison's security system, but is also the inspiration behind a new law that would help authorities in any future escapes from any prison in the country.

30.250 Light Bulbs Make Up Children's Hospital Christmas Tree
The Christmas tree in front of the Hospital Nacional de Niños - children's hospital - will have 30.250 lights, according to the hospital's director, Dr. Carlos Sáenz Herrera. The hospital's press office said that the tree will be lit up on December 7 at 6:00pm.

"Desampa" Turns 144
The cantón de Desamparados - south side of San José - celebrated its 144th birthday with celebrations in every corner of the municipality that has the largest population in the country.