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Police recover 56 pistols stolen from warehouse

By Clayton R. Norman  | The Tico Times

One man arrested in Concepción de Alajuelita during search for stolen weapons.

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From the Frappuccinos to the Ventis, can Starbucks culture survive in Costa Rica?

By Clayton R. Norman  | The Tico Times
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Will you drink Starbucks in Costa Rica? Some readers “Love, love, love” the coffee chain, others find it “disgusting.”

By Ashley Harrell  | aharrell@ticotimes.net
Nosara Bullfight 1

Brent Cropper underwent two major surgeries after being gored by a bull in Nosara last Saturday night.

Business

By Clayton R. Norman  | The Tico Times
Land Disputes 1

Legal help available to settle Costa Rica’s sticky land disputes.

By Karla Arias Alvarado  | The Tico Times
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Costa Rica's iPhone fever took off last week as the three primary cellphone operators in the country launched the iPhone 4S and a variety of plans.

By Karla Arias Alvarado  | The Tico Times

The new year brought road improvements to San José. More work is expected on Avenida Segunda, Avenida 10 and other routes in the upcoming months.

Around Costa Rica

By Clayton R. Norman  | The Tico Times

Wal-Mart already owns 199 stores in the country.

By Rod Hughes  | Fijatevos.com

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A memorial service for Fernandes will be held Sunday in Heredia.

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By Karla Arias Alvarado  | The Tico Times
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Franklin Chang's company Ad Astra Rocket will give anyone in Costa Rica the opportunity to invest for a minimum of ₡50,000 ($100).

By Ellen Weathers  | The Tico Times
Five Gallon Sound Podcast

Canadian expat Corey Coates’ Five Gallon Podcast, produced out of his home in Piedades, features independent music and often zany commentary, as well as a blog, chat room and aftershow.

By Ajita Chowhan  | achowhan@ticotimes.net
Dog grooming

EYES ON ESCAZU: From pet supply stores to groomers and vets, the upscale western suburb has it all for pet owners.

Region

By Natasha Pizzey-Siegert  | Special to The Tico Times
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A judge’s decision last week to try ex-dictator Efraín Ríos Montt for genocide has brought hope to many indigenous Mayan victims that justice may finally be served.

By Tico Times

Five U.S. citizens were part of the group held for 14 hours in a Guatemalan pueblo.

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Sports

By Matt Levin  | The Tico Times
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Costa Rican fans of the NFL show an obsession with the sport that ought to be familiar to any U.S. football fanatic.

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Will the Pats win or the Giants? Doesn’t matter if you cannot watch the game. The Tico Times’ annual guide to finding Super Bowl watch parties in Costa Rica.

By Dana Bonilla Sáenz  | Special to The Tico Times

Tournament will serve as qualifying for the 2012 Summer Olympics.

Health

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The U.S. State Department calls Costa Rica as a country of origin, transit and destination for victims of sexual exploitation and labor.

By Rod Hughes  | Fijatevos.com

35-year-old woman had a ruptured and leaking implant.

Weekend

By Ashley Harrell  | aharrell@ticotimes.net
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FIA 2012 will take place March 15-25 in San José.

By Tico Times
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Filming for M. Night Shyamalan’s “After Earth,” starring Will Smith and his son, begins Tuesday.

By Tico Times
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Calendar from the Feb. 3-9 edition: Elton John in concert, International Extreme Sport Festival, American Football Federation of Costa Rica season opener, Argentine dance show, art exhibits, concerts and much more.

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Starbucks is coming to Costa Rica. Will you be a customer?

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Restaurants

Escazú Restaurants 3

EYES ON ESCAZU: Just a few of the countless eateries offering international cuisines in the weste...

Arts & Leisure

Rock Festival 1

Tico rockers and guests from around Central America will perform in the sixth Rock en el Morazán...

Travel

Coastal Trail 1

Whales, dolphins, myriad jungle flora and even yachts may be spotted on the six-hour coastal hike...

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Tamela Hedström and crew of Channel 9’s “Así vivimos los ticos” watched a sailfish dance off the...