American sex offender arrested
79-year-old, Alan Handt, an American citizen wanted in the US for sexual abuse of minors, has been arrested in Boquete Panama.
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4 Bombs found in less than a month
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Over the last month, 4 bombs have been discovered on Isla Iguana in the last months and it’s affecting tourism.
Drug bust and arrest in Coclé
A 28-year-old man was arrested in Natá in a joint operation conducted by the National Anti-Drug department of the National Police and the Public Ministry of Coclé.
Families homeless after Casco fire
A devastating fire took the homes of 55 families in Casco Wednesday, February 21nd at around 11:45 am.
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 ...
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.
$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 ...
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.
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. ...
News for Foreign doctors in Panama
In an effort to find a solution to the shortage of healthcare professionals in the country, Panama will allow foreign medical professionals with 5 years in the country to practice in the public ...
Pirates attack Panamanian Vessel
The Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) has confirmed that The Panamanian-flagged vessel Marine Express, with its 22 crew members was“safe" after the ship was the object of a pirate attack.
Will Camino de Cruces become a National Monument?
Camino del Cruces a colonial cobblestone road dating back to 1530 is seeking national protection. These historical roads were used to transport gold. silver and precious stones to Portobello, where they would be transported to Spain. ...
Bomb found on Isla Iguana suspends trips
Fishermen from the Pedasí area confirmed on Tuesday, January 30, that they had suspened trips to Isla Iguana after the discovery of a bomb. According to sources, the bomb was left by the US Army during the Second World War. ...
Promotions in the Police Department
Yesterday, A total of 3,885 uniformed National Police officers received a promotion to their immediate superior rank after undergoing technical evaluations. The promotions consisted of 1 commissioner, 6 sub-commissioners, 40 majors, 123 captains, 338 lieutenants and 749 sub-lieutenants. ...
CEO of Quicksilver lost on the French Coast
"The boat of Pierre Agnès, 54, president of the Boardriders Inc. group, owner of the brands Quiksilver, Roxy and DC Shoes, has been found at Boiteux beach in Soorts-Hossegor (southwest). 7H30 (06H30 GMT") " local authorities said in a statement on Tuesday, January 30th ...
5.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Panama
An Earthquake of 5.7-magnitude struck the waters southeast Panama Saturday afternoon. According to data from the United States Geological Survey, APA.
Smart ID Card Coming to Panama
The Electoral Tribunal of Panama (TE) and the National Authority for Government Innovation (AIG), presented today the technical advances of the pilot plan of the smart card.
