"JB"

EVERY YEAR I like to mention the BAHIA clean-up efforts. A ray of GOOD among the S–T.

THE NUMBERS ARE  IN!!! Nearly six tons of waste were removed last Saturday from the mouth of the Juan Díaz River and the Panama Bay wetland during a cleanup organized by the Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) and the environmental organization Adopta Bosque . More than 1,500 volunteers participated in the activity, including security …

Art/Entertainment

This weekend brings GREAT event in BOQUETE.

https://newsroompanama.com/2025/09/24/youre-invited-to-expo-boquete-in-panama/   Join us for an unforgettable celebration of culture, innovation, and community at Expo Boquete, happening September 26–28 at the Boquete Fairgrounds from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. every day — and best of all, admission is free! Here’s just a glimpse of what awaits you: • Fashion shows …

US News of note

With aggressive nature of ICE, these events could be foreseen.

The victims could be civilians, ICE agents, or immigrants detained at the site, according to the initial report of the incident in Dallas. A shooting at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office in Dallas, Texas, left at least three people injured and the alleged attacker dead on Wednesday, U.S. authorities reported. …

International Relations

In shocking global upset: TRUMP loses “WORST HAIR of a LEADER” to ARGENTINA.

“JB”-   ……………….nuff said.    https://expansion.mx/mundo/2025/09/25/trump-respalda-a-milei-a-semanas-de-las-elecciones-en-argentina The U.S. administration of Donald Trump announced this Wednesday that it is ready to buy Argentine debt and provide financing to its ultra-liberal ally, Javier Milei, who is in trouble just over a month before the midterm elections in Argentina. The U.S. Treasury announced it …

International Relations

Despite quarrels over Canal- Mulino attends event hosted by TRUMP.

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/presidente-mulino-asiste-a-recepcion-organizada-por-donald-trump-IH16228101 President José Raúl Mulino’s agenda continues in New York, where he is attending the United Nations General Assembly. President José Raúl Mulino, accompanied by First Lady Maricel de Mulino, participated Tuesday evening in the reception hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump at the United Nations General Assembly. The event …

Canal

Mulino has been ramping up his international presence.

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/presidente-mulino-se-reune-con-zelensky-para-promover-el-tratado-de-neutralidad-DG16236050 President Mulino emphasized that Ukraine will open an embassy in Panama later this year. President José Raúl Mulino met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to strengthen bilateral relations. Mulino expressed Panama’s support for achieving lasting peace in Ukraine and invited the country to join the Panama Canal Neutrality Treaty. For his part, …

"JB"

GUTLESS “ABC” – Network pulls KIMMEL over an “opinion”. MY OPINION I POSTED BTW.

“JB”-  So remind me, Charlie Kirk was killed by a fuckin damged kid while practicing FREE SPEECH right???   And did anyone read MY POST after is happened?????    EXACTLY THE SAME THING.     Gutless Media- Gutless Agenda- Gutless COUNTRY.  MY OPINION……….. https://panamanowonline.com/my-f-g-country-is-literally-eating-itself-from-within-like-a-parasite-where-is-it/       https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/4-things-to-know-about-abcs-suspension-of-jimmy-kimmels-late-night-show 4 things to know about …

"JB"

ADVICE of THE DAY: direct from PNO. Found this gem and agree 100%

You’re only as good as your word. At least that’s what I was told as a kid. But is it true? President John F. Kennedy certainly thought so when he said, “I would rather be accused of breaking precedents than breaking promises.” In a world where politicians notably and consistently don’t keep …

Crime

This just happened near me……( and I pray Ms.Palm looks further into BOCAS for a REAL story).

https://www.prensa.com/judiciales/capturan-al-representante-de-barrio-colon-por-el-escandalo-de-los-auxilios-economicos-del-ifarhu/   The representative of Barrio Colón, Héctor Sambrano , who was director of Scholarships and Assistance at the Institute for the Training and Utilization of Human Resources (Ifarhu) in the previous government, was arrested this Friday, September 19, for irregularities in the granting of financial aid. Ifarhu Scholarships: Political Patronage in Arraiján and …

Conservation

I never trust this SHIT PILE of an agency. Worst I have experienced in the free world.

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/miambiente-inicia-auditoria-integral-a-la-mina-de-cobre-panama-FF16131657 This audit will assess everything from reforestation to waste management, ensuring that the mine meets its environmental, social, and legal commitments. The Ministry of Environment (MiAmbiente) announced the start of a comprehensive audit of the Panama Copper Mine project , which will verify compliance with all environmental, social, legal and tax commitments established …

"JB"

A liitle REGISTRO PUBLICO check. How does old “CV” at RED FROG justify LOT sales appraised at $1k??

“JB” – so yeah, more FRAUD, FRAUD, and more FRAUD.   Under appraising real estate in Panama, you need to understand the local legal framework and market conditions to accurately determine property value, often requiring professional appraisers certified under local regulations like Law No. 15 of 1959 and guidance from the IVAPPAN. Key …

Sport

After all rumors and whispers otherwise, seems Messi will finish career in MIAMI

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/deportes/futbol/lionel-messi-tendria-todo-acordado-para-seguir-en-inter-miami-EH16111665 The Argentine is expected to sign his last contract as a professional player, and the agreement could be announced next week. In recent months, there has been much talk about Lionel Messi’s possible renewal with Inter Miami . Now that story could have its final conclusion in the next 10 days. …

International Relations

Old “Nicky” dons his Military fatigues to send a message. GFY.

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/mundo/maduro-a-donald-trump-tiene-que-investigar-ataque-contra-embarcacion-supuestamente-venezolana-FF16024427 Once again, the attack on a Venezuelan vessel by U.S. military forces has been called into question, this time by Nicolás Maduro himself. Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro said Monday that U.S. President Donald Trump must investigate the “alleged attack” against a “supposedly Venezuelan” vessel, which was shot down by the United States in …

"JB"

Government finds $7.1 Million to improve this Diplomatic Villa,,,,but BOCAS AIRPORT is a F—–G embarassment!!

https://www.prensa.com/unidad-investigativa/la-presidencia-destina-71-millones-para-ampliar-y-restaurar-la-villa-diplomatica/ “JB”-   I have spent a great deal of time pre-occupied with BDT for,,,,,well it seems like “forever” now. I already know that the Government exhibits a DGAF attitude when it comes to Law Enforcement, Utility Monitoring, Rackateering, Bribery, etc and so on……YET in spite of all of this. It …

Conservation

Studies show affect that environmental challenges are affecting naturally occurring events.

  https://newsroompanama.com/2025/09/13/for-the-first-time-in-40-years-panamas-deep-and-cold-ocean-waters-fail-to-emerge/ The natural phenomenon of upwelling, which occurs annually in the Gulf of Panama, failed for the first time on record in 2025. A study led by scientists from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) indicates that the weakening of the trade winds was the cause of this event. …

Darien

When discussing the horrors of people risking death for a better life,,,,consider 200 BODIES found in Darien.

https://newsroompanama.com/2025/09/14/over-200-unidentified-migrant-bodies-found-in-the-darien/   The Darien Gap, the treacherous stretch of the jungle linking Colombia and Panama, has once again exposed the brutal realities of mass migration: around 200 bodies of migrants who died while attempting to cross the jungle remain unidentified, many buried in makeshift cemeteries without names, their journeys cut …

"JB"

PNO people need to “STEP the F—K” Up!!! Ex-Pats on FB over 16.5K. IMPRESSIVE.

“JB”-  I’m wasting waaaaaayyyyy too much time trying to throw scumbags in jail.  9 years and I am not getting the “LOVE”.   I gotta think at least HALF of that 16.5 have been swindled by JH and Co.    JBPNO2024 –      INSTAGRAM  ___________________________________________________________________________________________ https://newsroompanama.com/2025/09/10/us-expats-in-panama-facebook-group-soars-to-16500-members-becoming-the-fastest-growing-community-for-expats-in-panama/   Panama City, Panama – …

"JB"

My F—–G country is literally EATING ITSELF FROM WITHIN LIKE A PARASITE. Where is it???

WE ARE GOING TO BLAME CARTOONS NOW????? IF SO, I KNOW OF A “ROADRUNNER” and a “MEXICAN MOUSE” WREAKING HAVOC ON THE HIGHWAYS!!! https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/south-park-charlie-kirk-maga-1236368149/ “JB”-  I really don’t do a swan dive into politics often, as it is very much the reason I am here as an Ex-Pat.  But the past …

Human Interest

US and PANAMA working in concert to quell rising GANG violence in neighboring HAITI.

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/gangs-haiti-panama-united-nations-kenya-b2819717.html The United States and Panama are urging the U.N. Security Council to authorize a 5,550-member force with the power to detain gang members in Haiti to help stop the escalating violence The United States and Panama are urging the U.N. Security Council to authorize a 5,550-member force with the power to …

Human Interest

If this is NOT the f——g scariest PHOTO OP of the week, I don’t know what is.

https://edition.cnn.com/2025/09/04/europe/china-sco-summit-parade-european-security-intl This week, Russian President Vladimir Putin had a clear message for Ukraine and its European allies: Moscow can keep going, because we have powerful friends. The Russian leader stood shoulder to shoulder at various events in China with the men who have enabled him to wage his war on Ukraine for …

Drugs

Drug/Narco Boat seizure is at the heart of US/VENEZUELA tensions.

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/mundo/se-revelan-los-detalles-del-ataque-de-estados-unidos-contra-lancha-venezolana-con-droga-HG15758618 According to ‘El Pitazo’, ‘in the town of Unare, people are in turmoil: several of the crew members were known.’ While Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized on September 3 in Mexico City that the attack on the vessel carrying drugs from Venezuela was destroyed in international waters in …

Human Interest

Mass exodus of 14,000 Venezuelans en route back to Caracas.

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/colombia-panama-costa-rica-trump-venezuelan-b2816577.html More than 14,000 mainly Venezuelan migrants who hoped to reach the United States have reversed course and turned south since U.S. President Donald Trump‘s immigration crackdown began, according to a report published Friday by the governments of Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica. The phenomenon, known as “reverse flow” migration, is largely made up of Venezuelan migrants …

Human Interest

Maduro rattling his sabres in defiance of US Military Training.

https://newsroompanama.com/2025/09/04/maduro-with-unwavering-faith-in-victory-in-the-face-of-the-us-onslaught/   Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro asserted that his country will remain “standing” and with “unwavering faith in victory” in the face of what he described as an “attack” by the United States, which is carrying out a military deployment in the Caribbean Sea to, according to Washington, combat drug trafficking.  This …

EX-Pats

………well according to this post, the answer seems to be YES.

https://newsroompanama.com/2025/09/04/national-police-receive-vehicles-to-strengthen-security-in-tourist-areas/   The National Police’s Special Environmental, Rural, and Tourism Police Service (SEPART) received 19 vehicles through a cooperation agreement signed between the Tourism Authority and the Ministry of Public Security to strengthen security in areas of interest to both nationals and tourists.  The deputy director general of the National …

"JB"

Anti-American sentiment growing in LATAM nations affected from US Immigrant crackdown.

https://www.cnbc.com/2025/09/03/protests-in-spain-mexico-target-travelers-as-overtourism-anger-grows.html Are “We” not far behind??  Nan Palmero was at a rehearsal dinner in Mexico City’s trendy Roma Norte neighborhood, ahead of a wedding of two American friends, when he heard a “rumbling” outside. From the restaurant’s second story, Palmero described seeing a large group of people moving through the …

Agriculture

Livestock infection is affecting the supply chain in LATAM region.

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/economia/alerta-regional-por-expansion-del-barrenador-panama-concentra-la-produccion-y-mexico-construye-nueva-planta-DF15673550 The cattle screwworm outbreak is affecting all of Central America and Mexico, with Panama as the epicenter of sterile insect production to curb the plague. The United States confirms its first human case in more than 50 years. The regional health crisis caused by the cattle screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) …

Conservation
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Better compliance over “illegal fishing” keeps PANAMA on EU list until “2026”

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/economia/panama-debera-esperar-hasta-2026-para-eliminar-la-tarjeta-amarilla-de-la-ue-EF15673755 While this process is being carried out, ARAP is seeking to acquire fishing traceability software so that national fishing has the certification of legality to be accepted by the EU, as well as the appointment of more human resources. It will not be until early 2026 that Panama will …

Economy

ISN’T this NEWS??? PANAMA has problem with Electrical Authority oversight!!! #RFBpowermafia

Not too quick on the uptake LA Estrella……….has been issue for YEARS. Check out BDT.   https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/juan-urriola-el-usuario-final-en-el-mercado-electrico-panameno-esta-en-un-total-estado-de-indefension-CF15673881 The former Energy Secretary speaks exclusively after his resignation about the changes that need to be made at ASEP and questions multi-million dollar contracts. Former Energy Secretary Juan Manuel Urriola resigned from his …

Agriculture

BANANA Giant “CHIQUITA” showing renewed confidence in region after Labor unrest.

https://newsroompanama.com/2025/08/31/more-confidence-in-panama-is-the-reason-that-chiquita-is-returning/   The announcement came as a welcome change to banana growers in Bocas del Toro: the multinational Chiquita will return to production in Panama, raising hopes for economic recovery and more jobs.  “We are excited about the agreement reached with Chiquita to return to production in Panama,” said Juan Alberto Arias, …

"JB"

Happening right NOW, and is truly a F—-D up situation with Immigrants.

OP ED” “JB“-  Iv’e made my feelings known on this in previous post. My career was within (CBP) in US, so if you don’t agree, you can GFY and IDGAF.  But this is such a bad and inhumane look.  https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/aug/06/panama-migrants-trump-immigration If Salana is sent back to Afghanistan, she will be …