OP ED: I posted a vent piece a while back that kicked off some chatter between folks. (attached). And in the time since then, I have been very tight lipped.  I even after a very enjoyabe holiday, find it laughbale that to some people, the jury has still not reached a …

https://edition.cnn.com/2025/01/17/politics/trump-panama-canal-threats-history-mulino/index.html Panama City, PanamaCNN —  The new Panamanian ambassador was given strict instructions as he prepared to meet then-President Donald Trump one day in 2019: Do not engage him in any substantive discussion of critical issues. This was meant to be a carefully choreographed photo op, nothing more but a brief …

https://time.com/7204785/panama-canal-political-history/   For close to a month, President-elect Donald Trump has warned that the Panamanian government needs to reduce the shipping rates and fees placed on U.S.-based vessels going through the Panama Canal, unless it wants the U.S. to take back the canal. At a gathering for the conservative Turning Point USA …

OP ED: Colon has been a shithole and armpit for an entirely too long time. These outer areas of Panama have needed to be addressed for decades (espescially BOCAS del TORO ) in order to truly maximize the “tourism” of PANAMA.  Honestly, NOBODY comes to Panama to hang out in Panama …

According to a technical report from MiAmbiente, there are serious environmental violations in Linton Bay Portobelo https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/denuncian-contaminacion-y-mal-manejo-en-area-protegida-de-portobelo-KE10149120 A technical report issued by the Ministry of the Environment (MiAmbiente) on the Linton Bay Portobelo project, located within the Portobelo National Park, points out serious environmental violations in that area. According to …

OP ED: Tell me, is this the same as,,,,,I don’t know…….having a company owned by a family member performing an environmental audit to be able to promote your real estate project as “GREEN“???   Well it does to me.  EVENTUALLY, this type of smoke and mirrors, three card Monty, bullshit will hoipefully …

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/sigue-descendiendo-el-paso-de-migrantes-irregulares-por-la-selva-del-darien-JB10225963 Between January 1 and 14, 9,002 people arrived in Panama after crossing the jungle, 8,048 fewer than in the same period in 2024 The number of irregular migrants crossing the Darien jungle, the natural border between Panama and Colombia, was reduced by 89% in the first two weeks of …

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-greenland-panama-canal-why-us-interest/   President-elect Donald Trump, during a long news conference on Tuesday, spoke about his interest in securing U.S. control of Greenland and the Panama Canal, and said he would not rule out the use of military force. Below is a look at where the two places are and why …

Hundreds of people were killed during Operation Just Cause. Trump has stoked fears the US could invade again. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jan/12/panama-canal-trump For Isabel Corro, Donald Trump’s suggestions that the US could use military force to take control of the Panama Canal evokes painful memories. The 79-year-old vividly recalls rushing her children inside her apartment …

https://apnews.com/article/edmundo-gonzalez-venezuela-panama-mulino-maduro-bb4637ef847d330bdb1e90a555c6197c PANAMA CITY (AP) — Days before Venezuela’s presidential inauguration, self-exiled Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González was in Panama Wednesday rallying regional support for the opposition’s claims that he won the July election against President Nicolás Maduro. Accompanied by a dozen former Latin American leaders, González met with Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino …

( although seeing Ex-Prez Varela- a self proclaimed extremely religous man, so somber and respectful, is enough to make me puke )  This is who we are https://www.thepanamanews.com/ by Eric Jackson If you are Panamanian and do not understand, you have been woefully miseducated. If you are a foreigner, you …

Keen example of how Interpol and US law can reach across the ocean and GRAB A THIEF BY THE THROAT.  Promising to see.     https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/en-panama-capturan-a-solicitado-por-ee-uu-en-operacion-contra-fraude-bancario-OB10112738 The National Police reported on Wednesday, January 8, that a Cuban citizen requested for extradition by the United States was arrested. According to the entity, …

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/progreso-o-riesgo-ambiental-debaten-impacto-del-corredor-del-caribe-HA10104210 The SCJ lifted the suspension of the Caribbean Corridor, a decision supported by tourism sectors and criticized by environmentalists for its environmental and social impact on Colón. The project promises development, but faces questions about sustainability “A ruling of justice” is how Cristóbal Valencia, president of the Portobelo Chamber …

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c79191d9xreo Panama has insisted that its sovereignty over the Panama Canal is “non-negotiable” after US President-elect Donald Trump refused to rule out military force to seize it. Trump made the remark during a news conference on Tuesday at which he also falsely stated that the Panama Canal was being operated …

This country situated between two waters is a true paradise where nature and biodiversity captivate travellers. Santiago Weaver: Crossed by a canal that has become its icon and symbol, Panama has managed to maintain an idiosyncrasy sculpted from mixture, diversity and exchange. The traveler sees it before landing. And understands, from …

Speech: First Accountability Report By President José Raúl Mulino This is my first accountability to the country. We knew that the State’s finances were in bad shape, but we never imagined the serious situation we found ourselves in. These past few months have been a time of hard work to …

  https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-suggests-use-military-force-acquire-panama-canal-greenland-econo-rcna186610 President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday suggested he would consider using military force to gain control of the Panama Canal and Greenland, and “economic force” to acquire Canada. During a free-wheeling news conference at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, Trump was asked by a reporter if he could assure the public that he …

OP ED:  James “JB” Bryson So the “Bryson’s” are back in 507. Was only away for like two months, but feels much longer. And much as changed. Time to check in on how are NEW Prez hs been doing here in my absence, and of course back home we have a …

Op ED:  James “JB” Bryson I truly hope that all the readers and contributors to this little blog had an enjoyable holiday season regardless where it was spent. I for one was fortunate enough to get a necessary procedure done in October, and then spend the holidays in Aventura, Florida. …

Hello to all in the 507- Everything back in Florida has been great. I truly hope the same can be said back home. My little “Penny” is NOT little anymore. For shit’s sake she’s DRIVING!!!!   Absolutely UNREAL.   Hoping all visitors, readers, and contributors are in good spirits.  ALL with …

Hello all-  just taking a brief moment to give “thanks” that the health is on the uptick, and I am here with my wonderful family.  Weather here has been simply fantastic and looking forward to the rest of the holidays. To my online friends and fellows, whether you are back …

Just sending out a quick HELLO. Taking advantage of the GREAT weather back in FLORIDA and spending the holidays with my wonderful Granddaughter. Had a quick procedure in OCTOBER, but feeling better than ever. Please send in your own articles—- I will POST. Back to the 507 soon enough.   …

OP ED: James “JB” Bryson All- Please collectively put on your thinking caps and keep sending in some contributions while I am dealing with things back in the states. PNO has an audience and we need to keep our topics of interest CURRENT. Mainly-  RED FROG BEACH and all the …

OP ED EDITORIAL:   Anoymous HOMEOWNER of RED FROG BEACH.  DON’T BE SCAMMED LIKE WE WERE RFB recently distributed what they call an “Updated” SECURITY PROTOCOL I thank “JB” for allowing us to post because this is complete LIES and CYA nonsense. They have NEVER – EVER had or enforced ANY …

OP ED CONTRIBUTION FROM PNO READER: Dear Red Frog resident, This is XXXXXXX, co-producer of the Ad Sidera Semper Festival (ADS). Many of you have met me during my many visits to Red Frog over the last 4 years. As a reference, I was the one who organized the meeting …

OP ED: James “JB” Bryson So the wife has me go in for my yearly check-up. Feeling great, nothing out of the ordinary, but we need to do this after my “event” in 2022. So, it appears I need to head back to the states for a bit for some …

https://www.businessinsider.com/panama-isla-palenque-private-island-luxury-2024-8?r=MX&IR=T I spent three nights on Isla Palenque, a five-star private island resort in Panama. As I dined on three-course meals and enveloped myself in nature, I discovered true relaxation. It was a trip unlike any other, and I now want to add private islands to every vacation. As I …

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqjlqk0wv1no Panama on Tuesday started repatriating undocumented migrants on flights financed by the United States. The move comes less than two months after José Raúl Mulino was sworn in as Panama’s president. Mr Mulino campaigned on a promise to “close” the Darién Gap, the dangerous stretch of jungle which more …

https://businessinsider.mx/boquete-panama-how-to-retire-in-paradise-cost-of-living-2024-8/?r=US&IR=T   Stepping inside TapOut Sports Zone Bar and Grill in Boquete, Panama, is like stepping inside suburban America. The menu features American staples like cheeseburgers, barbecue chicken sandwiches, and Philly cheesesteaks. Flat-screen TVs sit above the bar, airing the latest game. On Friday nights, you might catch a band …

Varela’s BFF’s!!! https://indepthnews.net/the-chinese-investment-in-latin-america-is-changing/ BUENOS AIRES, Argentina | 17 August 2024 (IDN) — In the past decade, Chinese investment into Latin America has so often been characterised by large infrastructure projects: roads, railways, dams and ports, among others, frequently backed by state finance, and in many countries arriving under the banner of the Belt and Road Initiative. …