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Canal

People STILL love coming and seeing this Bad Boy work. No wonder everyone wants it!!!

The Panama Canal visitor centers surpassed one million visits during fiscal year 2025, confirming their role as one of the country’s main tourist attractions. In total, 1,003,911 people toured these facilities between October 2024 and September 2025, representing a 22% increase over the previous fiscal year and a 37% increase …

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Political FRAUD

Just look at PIC………Breathe it IN……..and now RELEASE…….Ahhhhhhhhhhhh. REPEAT

“JB”- Do this exercise each morning to restore your faith in humanity. https://youtu.be/VX-5fQYIXQg Former Vice President José Gabriel Carrizo is facing legal proceedings for alleged illicit enrichment. He returned to Panama without being sworn in to the Central American Parliament (Parlacen), a procedure he had already attempted to complete last …

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MEXICO pushing “Nayarit” in 2026 Fitur (International Tourism Fair) as new destination.

After years and years of stabilizing QUINTANA ROO and BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR, billions spent in this region hope to bear fruit. I have an Ex-Pat pal that lives there and I’m kinda posting this for him. Never been there, but seems a bit like Bocas del Toro to me.  The …

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“Jesus Christ Donald”!!!!! Enough with the Nobel Peace Prize crying!!!

“J.B” OpEd: If anyone can rip off the LAST (5) NOBEL PEACE PRIZE winners WITHOUT LOOKING IT UP, I’ll take a SHIT IN MY HAND ON CNN.      I mean, WHO CARES????????????? The US MILITARY is NOT to be used to add to your fuckin TROPHY ROOM. Every time …

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Economy

The long running issue from GROWING UP, rather than GROWING OUT in Development.

An examination of economic inequalities https://www.laestrella.com.pa/economia/las-trampas-del-desarrollo-FK19020544 Print, television, radio and digital media present at the end of each year a summary, among other things, of economic performance and expectations for the year that has just begun. Authorities, business representatives, and independent analysts highlight how, from their perspective, the economy will …

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International Relations

Post Invasion, what is the temperature back home?

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/nicolas-maduro-trump-venezuelan-kristi-noem-miami-b2898569.html In the days since the Trump administration ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a late-night military raid, Alejandra Salima has spoken to fellow Venezuelan migrants in her role as an advocate. Like her, most voice feelings that seesaw between joy and trepidation, she said. The removal of Maduro is “a first step, but …

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WELL…………HELLO 2026. We just got off to one HELL of a START,

Op Ed: “JB”- So I was just sitting here compiling my 2025 “PNO” – YEAR in REVIEW. A BIG part of what I was composing was about how there is NO OTHER country in LATAM that has been more ADVERSELY affected over the past few years from the instability of VENEZUELA …

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MERRY CHRISTMAS PANAMA!!!! To ALL Citizens, Ex-Pats, and those I look to Protect.

HO-HO- HELLO- Been a BUSY couple of weeks, but need to sit down and THANK ALL of the people who give me a reason to have an OPINION to voice. Sincere wishes from the Bryson and Cohen families to everyone who stops by PNO. Feliz Navidad- Bendiciones- y Saludos- “JB” …

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Human Interest

Maduro opposition leader claims forget Military aspect- internal invasion of Venezuela is HERE.

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/mundo/no-es-una-amenaza-de-invasion-ya-ocurrio-machado-responde-sobre-posible-accion-militar-en-venezuela-AN18268091 Machado rejected the idea of ​​a foreign military intervention in the traditional sense, but warned that the country is experiencing a silent occupation by external actors and criminal organizations.  Panama’s leadership in Venezuela’s democratic transition  Who is Harald V? The king who will receive President Mulino in Norway  The …

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My self indulgent post. Please support OCEAN RAMSEY link on homepage.

https://www.prensa.com/economia/galapagos-malpelo-y-revillagigedo-entre-areas-de-mayor-cantidad-de-tiburones-del-planeta/ The Galapagos archipelago (Ecuador), along with Malpelo (Colombia), Clipperton (France) and Revillagigedo (Mexico), are home to some of the largest recorded numbers of sharks worldwide, including the critically endangered great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna lewini). Conversely, coastal Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) show signs of a serious decline, according to one …

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Crime

PANAMA back in the spotlight as the worlds largest WASHING MACHINE.

https://www.prensa.com/judiciales/lujos-y-grandes-gastos-las-pruebas-de-la-fiscalia-contra-hector-brands/ The case against Hector Brands exposed the apparent empire of luxury and money that surrounded the former deputy of the Democratic Revolutionary Party (PRD) and former director of Pandeportes, an economic flow that, according to the Prosecutor’s Office against Organized Crime, also reached his family circle. The details came …

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Human Interest

Varela admits to recent chit chat with Martinelli.

The former president also denied any connection to the arrest of President José Raúl Mulino. https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/politica/varela-revela-conversaciones-recientes-con-martinelli-hemos-hablado-en-un-clima-mas-tranquilo-KN17839201 Former President Juan Carlos Varela stated yesterday that he has held talks with former President Ricardo Martinelli recently. During the internal elections of the Panameñista Party , he told Radio Panamá that his latest interactions with Martinelli have taken place in a “calmer” atmosphere …

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Human Interest

I thought this little tidbit was funny,,,,,already “Yesterday’s News”. Gabby and Nito kicked oou of clubhouse.

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/parlacen-excluye-de-la-agenda-la-juramentacion-de-cortizo-y-carrizo-NL17854009 The Central American Parliament is holding its plenary assembly today and tomorrow, during which the scheduled topics are being discussed. The swearing-in of former President Laurentino Cortizo and former Vice President José Gabriel Carrizo has not been included. The Political Commission of the Central American Parliament (Parlacen) did not …

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International Relations

US continues to ramp up pressure on VENEZUELA in a LATAM showdown not seen since here!!!

US President Donald Trump escalated tensions with Venezuela on Saturday by warning pilots and airlines to consider Venezuelan airspace “closed,” prompting international carriers operating in the South American country to announce they are assessing the situation and taking precautions. “To all airlines, pilots, drug traffickers, and human traffickers: Please consider that the airspace over …

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PANAMA taking it’s pointers from the rest of the world. People want Personality and NOT Politics

OP ED: “JB”-  In my lifetime to date, I have seen many strange things happen in politics. And now in the twilight of my last 1/4, nothing surprises me anymore. Growing up, there was a “FORMULA” to follow back in the States. Ivy League or Military Academy for College. Preferrably …

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Economy

Government openly addressing the need for a liveable working wage in Panama.

On November 15, 2025, the National Government established the National Minimum Wage Commission , a tripartite body responsible for analyzing economic conditions and recommending new rates that will apply from January 2026. https://www.laestrella.com.pa/economia/salario-minimo-panama-instala-mesa-de-dialogo-trabajadores-piden-900-mensuales-CL17588192#google_vignette The process is coordinated by the Ministry of Labor and Workforce Development (Mitradel) , as established in Executive Decree No. 12 of November 13, 2025. The working group …

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Human Interest

New voice of VENEZUELAN opposition calling on ARMED FORCES mutiny on Maduro rule.

Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado launched a strong message this Saturday, November 15, directed at Venezuelans and especially at the state security forces, whom she asked to “lay down their weapons” and stop obeying orders that she described as “infamous” . https://www.laestrella.com.pa/mundo/bajen-las-armas-maria-corina-machado-urge-a-militares-venezolanos-a-dejar-de-obedecer-a-maduro-IK17598099 What is striking about this message …

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Canal

Ship intended for VARELA intercepted by PANAMA and DEA.

The United States Embassy in Panama congratulated the Panamanian government and the National Aeronaval Service (SENAN) on Thursday, November 13, for what it called a “historic” anti-narcotics operation that resulted in the seizure of more than 13 metric tons of cocaine in the waters of the Pearl Islands archipelago. https://www.prensa.com/judiciales/dea-apoyo-la-operacion-que-incauto-13-toneladas-de-cocaina-en-un-solo-dia-en-aguas-del-pacifico-panameno/ This is how the …

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Human Interest

This is the “slippery slope” that we as HUMANS need to consider when conducting MASS detention.

The images are the most compelling testimony of the suffering: Luis missing a front tooth, Daniel with a broken nose, Mateo and Carlos with pellet wounds. They are part of the report ” They Arrived in Hell ,” published by Human Rights Watch (HRW), which details the abuses committed against Venezuelan migrants …

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PANAMA “magic” Coffee beans lead to the most glaring example of ELITE horseshit!!!

OP ED: “JB”-  I want to sell an apple that was grown from a tree planted in the soil of a UNICORN farm in NARNIA and watered from bottled SPRING water that was a gift to FRODO BAGGINS from PONCE de LEON himself which he brought back from the FOUNTAIN …

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Hello folks. Been a bit of a lag.

OP ED: “JB”- Been a minute or so since I have been able to expand on some stuff, but we know that happens with this “shitty little blog” from time to time.  I was back in FLA for a bit and when there I just kinda unplug. Catching up on …

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No point in me feigning any arbitrary point. THERE were NEVER and “Land Grabbers” or “Pirates”.

“JB”- So many, many years ago when I just thought I would have some bullshit to ype to people back home about our retirement decision, I was blindsided into a “Hatfield“ and McCoy” type blood feud in Bocas del Toro.  Please feel free to go back and read thr archives, …

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Well, HELLO there,

“JB” –  Sorry for the radio silence.  Me and the wife had some unexpected travel that came up and I’m just getting settled. But PLENTY to talk about.

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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 …

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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 …

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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. …

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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 …

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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 …

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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, …

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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 …

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