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The country has placed first in Artificial Intelligence in the first Latin American AI Index, highlighting its strong infrastructure, education, advanced human capital, and governance

One of the 5 areas with the most people over 100 years old on the planet, known as blue zones, is located in Nicoya, Costa Rica, where people live longer due to shared lifestyle factors including plant-based diets, natural movement and family focus

Fernando Villavicencio, an aspiring presidential candidate, known for his anti-corruption stance and commitment to tackling organised crime, was assassinated just 10 days before the presidential election, raising concerns in the nation

DOWASCO has informed customers in Soufriere and Scotts Head that water delivery will be interrupted today due to system maintenance

A US$76 billion public works program has been announced; it aims at stimulating growth with spending on infrastructure and the environment; plans involve significant contributions towards energy, transport, water and healthcare

A new lithium carbonate production plant is set to begin operations by the start of 2024, with an initial production target of around 2.000 tons, aiming at supporting the country's industrialisation and green energy goals

Northern capital Cap-Haitien prepared for its 353rd anniversary Aug. 15, with stages erected on the Boulevard and Place d'Armes and cathedral Notre-Dame du Cap-Haïtien receiving a new coat of paint

Vendors at the Bridgetown market, along the Mighty Grynner Highway, have reported that sales are going slower than they had imagined considering the reopening after the pandemic

The Government is conducting studies to improve support at the pre-school level, with measures such as financial assistance for some parents with children enrolled in pre-school and opportunities for parents to benefit from parenting classes

Argentina and China have strengthened their scientific cooperation, discussing projects like the Sustainable Food Innovation Center, Youth Scientist Exchange, and signed an agreement for future collaboration

Senator Dwayne George made his first official appearance and delivered his first address to the Upper House Parliament, which debated an amendment to the Registered Land Act

The Saint Lucia Ministry of Health continues its efforts to make vaccines available to all eligible individuals while promoting vaccination as the most cost-effective component of health services