Corruption Grows in Costa Rica, Transparency International Report Indicates
According to a report by the Organización de Transparencia Internacional (TI), - Transparency International - 2006 Corruption Perceptions Index, that reinforces link between poverty and corruption, shows the machinery of corruption remains well-oiled, despite improved legislation.

Failed Brakes on Bus Caused Seven Car Pileup
Traffic accidents continue to take top spot in the local news, as more and more accidents each day claim lives and the cause of major injuries. And yesterday was no exception, with a spectacular nine car pileup on the Autopista General Cañas in front of the San José Barceló hotel.

Confiscated Luxury Vehicles Could Be Used as Police Patrol Cars
Can you imagine being pulled over by a Tránsito (traffic) or a Fuerza Pública (police) official in a BMW or a Toyota Prado? Though it may seem strange, that could soon be a reality as vehicles confiscated from drug traffickers and in the custody of the Instituto Costarricense sobre Drogas (ICD), could be handed over to police and other governmental agencies.

Faulty Electrical Wires Major Cause of Fires
The emergency yesterday afternoon in the Paso Ancho, south of downtown San José, added to the list of fires this year that has grown some 10% more than the same period in 2005.

Miraval Expands to Costa Rica
The award-winning destination spa Miraval Resort Tucson, announced plans to launch two distinctive new facilities and initiatives, one in New York City and the other in Punta Cacique, Costa Rica.

Nicoya Peninsula Ferry Crossing Affected by Low Tide
The low tides predicted by the Instituto Meteorológico Nacional (IMN) means the suspension of a number of crossings by the Ferry Peninsular, that runs from Puntarenas to Paquera.