Tag: Drugrelated

15 APR

Drug-related violence is soaring in a quiet corner of Latin America, and it’s not clear what the new president plans to do about it

Drug-related violence is soaring in a quiet corner of Latin America, and it’s not clear what the new president plans to do about it NOW WATCH: A rescue center in Costa Rica wants you to snuggle their sloths See Also: Drug-related violence is soaring in a quiet corner of Latin America, and it’s not clear […]

13 APR

Drug-related violence is soaring in a quiet corner of Latin America, and it’s not clear what the new president plans to do about it

Costa Rica has seen steady increases in homicides over the past several years. These increases appear driven largely by the drug trade, exacerbated by poverty and inequality. It’s not clear how the new president will address violence and its underlying problems. Carlos Alvarado Quesada’s surprisingly large victory in Costa Rica’s presidential election has buoyed hopes […]