Latest Editorials and News in Coronado Panama

Families homeless after Casco fire

A devastating fire took the homes of 55 families in Casco Wednesday, February 21nd at around 11:45 am.

Buenaventura Expat Golf Tournament

Buenaventura Golf Club invites you to the 2018 Expat Golf League Tournament. This is the first time Buenaventura will host an expat tournament.

Butterfly sanctuary celebrates Anniversary

The Metropolitan Mariposario site celebrated their one year of operation yesterday with the release of 60 butterflies (blue) ’Mopho Helenor’ witnessed by 10,000 visitors.

Sea Snakes in San Carlos

The Ministry of Environment reported the presence of Yellow bellied sea snakes ( Hydrophis platurus ) on beaches along the Pacific Coast. Temporary closures were issued for several beaches and tourist areas due to the snakes. ...

Panamanian dies undergoing Plastic Surgery

A 54-year-old woman Panamanian woman lost her life undergoing plastic surgery in Venezuela. The woman’s death has started a flurry of warnings from various sources cautioning against the dangers of undergoing medical procedures abroad, particularly in ...

Proposed route for Panama-Chiriqui train

A feasibility study carried out by Chinese experts is currently developing a possible route and stations for the train that could further connectivity between the interior of Panama to its capital.

Central American countries and South Korea to sign FTA

Diana Salazar The Deputy Minister of Trade Negotiations for Panama will be in South Korea to sign a free trade agreement (FTA).

Airbnb negotiates with Panama

Shawn Sullivan, Airbnb representative for Central America and the Caribbean, indicated that Airbnb is willing to collect the 10% lodging tax, if the government drops their 45 minimum stay rule.

The new "Citizen Inspector" App

Do drivers that use the shoulder as a third lane drive you crazy? Well the ATTT and AIG are working to deter it with the mobile application "Citizen Inspector."

Law preventing harassment approved

The president of Panama, Juan Carlos Varela has approved a law establishing measures to prevent and prohibit discriminatory acts, such as sexual harassment, bullying, and racism.

Environmental management plans delayed

While Panama continues to wait for practical models to fight climate change, several of Panama’s protected areas lack management plans. These models are essential for protecting Panama’s natural ...

$1M bail for Martinelli with release on hold

The decision of Miami federal judge, Marcia Cooke, to release Martinelli on bail set at $1 million, is currently on hold.

diethylene glycol poisoning victims continue fight

11 years ago diethylene glycol poisoning left hundreds dead, and more suffering in Panama. Today the fight for justice continues as Panama’s Administration prosecutor presses government bodies to take ...

The aftermath of Carnival 2018

Following the week-long party of Carnival in Panama, the Minister of Security celebrated a successful operation of security for Carnival 2018 in Panama. The operation was led by the Joint Task Force (FTC). ...

Chinese New Year festivities in Panama

The Chinese Community in Panama starts celebrating Chinese New year, known as the Spring Festival where they mark the arrival of new crops, end of winter and the beginning of Spring.

Happy Valentines Day from Coronado

Valentine’s day in Coronado Panama is often a quiet holiday as most are recovering from a week-long of "carnevalando" or enjoying their first day of tranquility.

SPT evaluation on torture in Panamanian prisons

Recently the UN delivered a report prepared by the Subcommittee on the Prevention of Torture (SPT ), the report will not be made public, unless the Government decides otherwise.

Waves for Carnival

A high tide warning has been issued by The Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) starting February 9th, 2018 lasting until February 11th, 2018.

Panama’s forum on Climate Change

Last week Panama hosted a forum on “Challenges and Opportunities from Climate Change.” The event was attended by Panama’s Environmental Minister and by representatives of the International Center for Sustainable Development, the Panama Canal and the Development Bank of Latin ...

Precautions for Carnival with kids

The National Secretariat for Children, Adolescents and the Family in Panama says children under 5 years old (or pregnant women) should not attend Carnival.

UN urges Panama to approve sex ed law

After an extensive report completed by The United Nations (UN), Panama is being urged to continue the political dialogue that ended last year on a law that includes concerning comprehensive sexual and reproductive education, aimed at adolescents in the compulsory school curriculum. ...