Region
Former Gen. Ríos Montt will be tried for one of the most brutal acts of genocide committed during Guatemala’s 36-year civil war.
Panama exports showed the highest growth, while Costa Rica came in last place.
Manuel Noriega has been in and out of the hospital three times since his transfer to a Panamanian prison in December.
Health
Costa Rica’s current demand for screening exceeds the institution's capacity.
Save the Children’s “State of the World's Mothers” report ranks Costa Rica 13th on list of less-developed countries.
The National Blood Bank is open from Monday through Saturday.
Weekend
Where to find the tastiest breakfasts, the sweetest blackberry juice and the freshest trout in San Gerardo de Dota.
A graffiti artist turns a wall on Avenida 1 into something more.
Calendar from the May 25-31 edition: Rock Philharmonic, Costa Rica v.s. Guatemala, “The Agony and the Ecstasy of Steve Jobs,” Enamorate de tu ciudad, art exhibitions, hikes, music and much, much more.
