Latest Editorials and News in Coronado Panama

$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. ...

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. ...

Celebrating Carnival 2018 in Panama

Carnival is a non-stop party that transforms the country and one of the biggest holidays in Panama! Panama Carnival 2018 begins Saturday, February 10th and ends Tuesday, February 13th with Ash Wednesday falling on the 14th of February. ...

Crime rate down in 2018

In January 2018, 32 homicides were registered in Panama, with a drop of 28.8% compared to 45 in the same period of 2017 and the least violent in the only decade, Public Security Minister Alexis Bethancourt said ...

Shrimp fishing ban in effect

The Water Resources Authority of Panama (ARAP) announced on Thursday that it will carry out inspections o guarantee compliance with the total ban on the fishing of shrimp (of any species) in Panama.

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 ...

Pay your taxes with your Visa credit card

You will now be able to pay your taxes online with your credit card through the Directorate General of Revenues (DGI) as of January 29th, 2018.

HIM Capital Patio Sale Feb 3 & 17!!!

Looking for a Valentines Day gift for that special someone? The HIM Capital Patio sale opens Saturday, February 3th, just-in-time for Valentine’s day, and will continue after Carnival on Saturday, February 17th. ...