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MacEwan University in Canada invites application for vacant Academic Positions, a public undergraduate university located in the downtown core of […]

Costa Rica has entered a new chapter in its film industry by submitting a single documentary for consideration in two major Academy Award categories. The film, “The Altar Boy, the Priest, and the Gardener” directed by Juan Manuel Fernández Escoto , represents our country’s first attempt to get nominations for both Best International Feature Film and Best Documentary Feature at the Oscars. The documentary chronicles the experiences of two men who suffered sexual abuse as children at the hands of a Catholic priest. It details their long pursuit of justice, which culminated in a landmark court ruling that sentenced the priest to 20 years in prison. Fernández Escoto captures the emotional and legal struggles of the survivors, shedding light on systemic issues within the church and the broader fight against impunity in cases of clerical abuse. This submission marks a milestone for Costa Rican cinema . While the country has previously sent entries for the Best International Feature Fil...

North Carolina State University in United States invites application for vacant Postdoctoral and Research Positions, a public research university in […]

US military forces carried out their 20th strike against a boat suspected of drug trafficking in the Caribbean Sea, resulting in four deaths, according to Pentagon officials. This action pushes the total number of fatalities from these operations to 80 since they began in early September. The strike targeted a vessel accused of transporting narcotics, with reports indicating the boat’s destruction left no survivors. Other Media outlets provided varying details on the timing: CBS News reported the incident occurred on Monday, while The New York Times cited Wednesday. A Pentagon official confirmed the deaths but offered no further specifics on the exact date or location beyond international waters in the Caribbean. These operations, which focus on vessels in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, have drawn sharp criticism. Experts describe them as potential extrajudicial killings, even when aimed at confirmed traffickers. UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk called on the US to examine the l...

Steak ‘n Shake, the American fast-food chain famous for its burgers and shakes, has set its sights on El Salvador for its first Latin American location. The move comes as the company doubles down on accepting Bitcoin payments , a strategy that has already driven sales growth in its U.S. operations. The expansion taps into El Salvador’s position as the first nation to make Bitcoin legal tender. Company leaders see the country as a natural fit for their crypto-friendly approach. Steak ‘n Shake began taking Bitcoin at its U.S. restaurants in May 2025, and executives link that decision to an 11 percent jump in same-store sales during the second quarter. By the third quarter, that figure climbed to 15 percent, outpacing rivals like McDonald’s and Burger King. In El Salvador, the chain plans to accept Bitcoin from day one, allowing customers to pay for meals using the cryptocurrency via the Lightning Network for quick transactions. This aligns with the nation’s push to integrate Bitcoin i...

Johns Hopkins University in United States invites application for vacant Research and Faculty Positions, America’s first research university and home to nine […]

After 12 long days, the Ministry of Public Works and Transportation ( MOPT ) announced today the reopening of Route 32, following the completion of debris removal and inspections by specialists. Authorities confirmed that the road will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., provided that weather conditions are favorable. They warned that in case of rain, it will be closed immediately for safety reasons. The initial closure had been ordered last Monday, due to multiple landslides caused by heavy rains. On Wednesday, a huge rock at kilometer 31 that posed a risk to drivers was dynamited. On Thursday, cleanup of the road began, but falling debris in the days that followed kept the road closed until Saturday, when it was finally reopened. Route 32 needs water-control and containment systems to reduce the risk of landslides in the future, especially at the most critical points. Following recent events, the highway is expected to undergo work to build infrastructure that improves water man...