The Bridgestone Corporation is a multinational truck and auto parts manufacturer that has its roots in Japan. Since their conception in 1931, they have grown to sell products in over 150 countries and establish manufacturing plants in about 140 countries and by doing so, claimed the title of world’s largest tire company. These plants can …
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Colonization of Puerto Rico
I recently had the opportunity to spend time on the lush and culturally abundant island of Puerto Rico. The small country has endured centuries of Spanish colonization, and to this day, is still not an independent nation. Despite the brief period of autonomy that Puerto Rico held in the late 1800’s, victory on behalf of …
Products of the Osa Peninsula
Want a piece of the Osa? Here are some products you can find from the community. Sacred Nature: Bespoke Jewelry Sacred Nature is a local company run by Barabara and Luis Carlos, a couple living in the Osa Peninsula. The products they produce are handmade pieces of jewelry created from collected and salvaged from surrounding …