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Tens of thousands died during the former Guatemala strongman's rule from 1982-1983.
Winner-takes-all qualifier set for Friday at 7 p.m. The United States women’s soccer team has outscored Costa Rica, 34-0, in seven previous matches.
The Guatemalan government is cracking down on the country’s hundreds of pirate radio stations. Indigenous leaders say the 1996 Peace Accords give them the right to broadcast.
Health
The U.S. State Department calls Costa Rica as a country of origin, transit and destination for victims of sexual exploitation and labor.
35-year-old woman had a ruptured and leaking implant.
Weekend
Costa Rica residents can see Academy Award favorites “The Descendant,” “The Artist,” “War Horse” and “Hugo.”
A Canadian group including celebrity Colin Mochrie experienced the Maleku tribe, turtle hatching in Nosara and more, courtesy of the Costa Rican Tourism Board’s “Million Dollar Gift of Happiness” campaign.
Calendar from the Jan. 27-Feb. 2 edition: Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan in Costa Rica, Women’s Club used book sale, Chunches de Mar art festival in Montezuma, International Extreme Sport Festival, concerts, plays, art exhibits and lots more.
