Panama continues to reject Security Memorandum with U.S.

Donald Trump, has expressed his intention for Washington to regain control of the Panama Canal. Image: CNN Spanish   by María Josefina Arce   The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on security between Panama and the United States early last month has …

The United States Releases Millions of Flies over Panama Every Week

Every week, U.S. aircraft drop more than 14.7 million sterile flies over the Panamanian rainforest to curb the screwworm, a key operation to protect the U.S. livestock economy.  In an operation almost invisible to the public, the United States government …

Blue-green algae found in Panama City lake, could contain toxins

The Florida Department of Health in Bay County issued a warning about potentially-toxic algae in Lake Martin. Residents and animals should avoid contact with the water, and shellfish from the lake should not be consumed. Exposure symptoms to toxic algae …

5/10/25: Knicks prep for Game 3, birding in Panama

Traffic delays expected in Panama City Beach for Gulf Coast Ironman 70.3

Leo XIV: Two Augustinians in Panama are Friends with the New Pope

Panama City, Panama: The announcement of the selection of Chicago born Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV, caused millions of Catholics around the world to explode with joy, and in Panama, two people who know him could not contain their great satisfaction with …

Hong Kong’s Li Ka-shing in rare public appearance, declines to discuss Panama port deal

Hong Kong tycoon Li Ka-shing had made a rare public appearance, attending a concert at Kai Tak Stadium but declining to answer questions on his company’s controversial Panama Canal port deal. Li, 96, was sitting in a bike-like wheelchair, smiling and …

Repression of Panama’s national strike drives workers from more sectors into the streets

After 11 days of strike, Panamanian workers from across sectors are not giving up their struggle against the economic plans of the government of President José Raúl Mulino, its security agreements with the US government, and its plans to reopen a huge …

The US Ambassador to Panama Warning: ‘A Visa is a Privilege, Not a Right’

In his first public appearance in the country, the new United States ambassador to Panama, Kevin Marino Cabrera who was confirmed Wednesday April 16 of 2025, issued a warning that did not go unnoticed: the use of US visas remains subject to the behavior of …

Student Travel in Panama: A Budget-Friendly Adventure Guide

If you’re a student craving travel, sunshine, and unforgettable experiences—without blowing your budget—Panama might be your perfect destination.  Lush rainforests and Caribbean beaches to affordable hostels and friendly locals, this Central American …