Resort and Hotel brand founded in PANAMA on the. CRYSTAL BALL “Red Frog” Employees….
https://www.prensa.com/economia/representantes-de-cadena-hotelera-selina-en-costa-rica-son-buscados-por-el-ministerio-de-trabajo-200-extrabajadores-alegan-falta-de-pagos-tras-cierre/ The Costa Rican Ministry of Labor and Social Security (MTSS) remains unable to locate the legal representatives of the Selina hotel chain, following the closure of 11 establishments between August 2023 and May 2024, leaving at least 200 workers without their employment benefits. Collective Hospitality acquires majority stake of …
Still AMERICAN Vet after all these years. HAPPY 4th to all of PNO.
To all my EX-PAT readers, visitors, and friends…… HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY !!!!!!!!
NEWSFLASH: Study shows BIGGEST concern among PANAMANIANS is CORRUPTION!!! WOW???
“JB”- Did they “HONESTLY” need to do a study to determine this???? All they needed to do was read my “shitty little blog” – * JH 2021 LMFAO https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/politica/encuesta-vea-panama-la-corrupcion-es-la-principal-preocupacion-de-los-panamenos-CH14204446 Respondents believe that the country’s main problems are corruption, unemployment and the high cost of living. One year into President …
Massive cocaine shipment from PANAMA is seized in LONDON,,,,who to blame???
“JB”- If your not already……WATCH “Mobland” on PARAMOUNT. Addictive as the coke they seized. https://www.paramountplus.com/mx/?&ftag=IPP-02-10dcj1d&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22373337270&gbraid=0AAAAABj8zCx_7i6hcjRC6Nk6ZEO4AS8JI&gclid=Cj0KCQjw953DBhCyARIsANhIZoZ0Kffox4d4Z8jfGaviPhMqq_r9a07cTWTCwg8Svek088FAf4LEvNIaAs16EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds https://www.independent.co.uk/news/london-england-home-office-panama-europe-b2778785.html British authorities seized 2.4 metric tons of cocaine in a ship arriving in England from Panama, authorities said Saturday, calling it one of the U.K.’s biggest drug busts in years. The drugs, valued at 96 …
Boy is this a fantastic look……….Don, Mel, and DeSantis checking out the digs on a Migrant Prison.
JB- So my son in law sent me this story (lives in Dade County, FLA ), so I looked around for the link with the best pic. FOUND IT. Melania- foreign immigrant herself who married a philanderer- sporting her Lululemon Spanx, alongside that Anti-Teacher Commie DeSantis. Now before anyone loses …
The TRUTH behind the movie responsible for MORE DEATH and GLOBAL DAMAGE EVER MADE!!!
OP ED “JB”- After all these past two weeks of an absolute DUMPSTER FIRE, or in this case LITERALLY “DUNPSTER FIRES” in Bocas, I have a topic I want to truly GO OFF ON. I have mentkioned part of me being in Panama, is my love of the ocean. I …
EX -PAT ALERT: Looking out for PNO friends in BDT. No Internet or Phones. Be Cautious
https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/autoridades-suspenden-servicios-de-internet-y-telefonia-en-bocas-del-toro-HP13855200 PLEASE SEND ANY UPDATES OR INFO TO INSTAGRAM: jbpno2024 FOR Re-POSTING Government Minister Dinoska Montalvo has requested that the National Public Services Authority (ASEP) suspend internet and telephone services throughout the province of Bocas del Toro. This measure follows the National Government ‘s announcement that it was declaring …
This is GOOD press for PANAMA,….but comes with a caveat, “RETIREES-DO YOUR DUE DILIGENCE”
JB OP Ed: While I always love pieces in “International” periodicals and Magazines that show how PANAMA is such a GREAT choice for “RETRIREES: and “EX-PATS”, I have learned very well that you can’t believe all the shiny ads and pumped up hype during the solicitation process. It can get you …
Journalists threatened with “spears” in Bocas…….kinda like Red Frog Villa Owners.
The journalists were threatened with spears and stripped of their work equipment while covering Operation Omega. Hi- Cecilio!!!! https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/preocupacion-por-agresion-a-periodistas-en-bocas-del-toro-no-se-puede-exigir-cobertura-silenciando-a-la-prensa-BF13703222 Four journalistic associations in the country expressed their “concern” this Monday, June 16, over the assault suffered by three journalists this Saturday, June 14, in the province of Bocas del Toro …
More LIGHT shining on RED FROG BEACH “monkeyshines and Bullshit”. LA PRENSA keep looking.
https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprensa.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2FWERBAIIRYRABFN63QV67SAELFU.png%3Fauth%3D07ea85fb3194dcb22995937c2fe3ee384cbb531f7e9addcc7bc697b7cbf68753%26width%3D1200&data=05%7C02%7C%7Cf266246c805c4aab832d08dd9f7a2788%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638842069174831406%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ta8HT5U2DL6nUWBeP3tM8BOu%2BhUzZsu0QGhYyazoVC4%3D&reserved=0 N BOCAS DEL TORO Suntracs loses custody of Red Frog farms; they’re worth nearly 10 times the “loan,” according to prosecutors. Monica Palm May 29, 2025 – 08:00 AM The Red Frog residential and tourist project is located on Bastimentos Island, Bocas del Toro. The 14 properties located …
Nothing beats “mainstream” MEDIA finally catching up to my “shitty little blog” on RED FROG.
OPEN reuest to MONICA PALM- Please follow the RABBIT HOLE down and ASK— “Why has the Republic of Panama ALLOWED this group to do business WITHOUT A UTILITY CONCESSION for 20 Years????? ” You have just scraped the surface of these scumbags. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ LISTEN TO THE SUMMARY AUDIO ON LINK: https://www-prensa-com.translate.goog/unidad-investigativa/suntracs-y-las-fincas-en-red-frog-la-historia-de-un-acuerdo-que-termino-en-un-proceso-judicial/?_x_tr_sl=es&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc The …
Monkey Kidnappings occurring in Panama ( possibly being trained by Maduro……..don’t quote me)
Scientists have captured footage of an unusual social tradition in capuchin monkeys abducting infant howler monkeys – a never-before-seen behaviour in wild primates. Researchers at Jicarón Island off the coast of Panama found a baby howler monkey clung to the back of an older male monkey, its tiny fingers grasping fur. But they’re not …
………Continued. READ MORE on “PNO” people.
Since 1987, Panama has legally granted visas to foreign retirees and pensioners so that they can choose to reside in the country. A global survey indicates that foreign retirees and pensioners have chosen Panama as their retirement destination in 2025. https://www.laestrella.com.pa/economia/panama-lidera-encuesta-como-destino-de-retiro-PF10623581 According to the Global Retirement Index by International Living …
PANAMA continues to be towards top of heap for retirees. * READ MY ARCHIVES FIRST DIPSHITS
OP ED: “JB” : I love PANAMA – “OBVIOUSLY”. But any potential NEWCOMER to our shores that DOES NOT use 7 years worth of research on my site PRIOR to writing a check is making a MISTAKE. https://www.laestrella.com.pa/economia/panama-principal-destino-de-atraccion-para-la-economia-plateada-OD12442286 The country led the top ten of the Annual Global Retirement …
The Window came and went,,,,,,,thank God no more altruism. RFB sheep literally on an “island”.
Op Ed: “JB” I am finally able to place a pin in my RFB issues, in that additonal information was provided to the FBI field office and “NO” additonal plaintiffs were added. So it is done, and nobody else will be able to be party to any benefits of an …
Local PANAMANIANS. Happy LABOR DAY.
https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/mulino-en-su-mensaje-por-el-dia-del-trabajador-ustedes-son-el-motor-que-mueven-al-pais-HG12272533 The president extended his message to each worker in the different sectors, including health, public safety and service. The President of the Republic, José Raúl Mulino , extended his congratulations on Labor Day , which is celebrated this May 1, 2025. “ I want to congratulate every hardworking man and woman. Each one …
PNO proudly recognizes TODAY- EARTH DAY 2025
Anyone who knows me, fully understands how I view nature, wildlife, the ocean, and our wonderful planet. So in my life, EARTH DAY is quite meaningful, Below is the OFFICIAL LINK to “EARTH DAY 2025” https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2025/ Also another LOCAL blog with some great advice for people here. https://playacommunity.com/panama-articles/coronado-community/8038-celebrating-earth-day-in-panama.html …
Hoping all had a Nice Holy week and Easter weekend.
Back at the laptop after a long family week. Hoping all readers, visitors ,and contributors had a GREAT week.
LIKE-TAG-FOLLOW…..new PNO Instagram to increase bandwith for the legal posts coming.
OP ED: “JB” Greetings people and I wish the BEST to all who may be OBSERVING the “HOLY WEEK”. PNO has had some issues with GO DADDY back in the states, and we have had some issues accessing the OUTLOOK for “JB@panamanowonline.com” and all Social Media previously attached. Rather than …
One week REVIEW of STATING THE TRUTH. I just don’t get some people…better ask an ATTORNEY.
OP ED: “JB” I truy have to say, I have had a very relaxed week since I purged all of the contained info last week about the situation in BOCAS del TORO and the characters of “RED FROG BEACH” and “OGI”. That shit is literally off my plate and weight …
For OLD TIME’s SAKE….why not? A trip down memory lane. “RFB and PNO-A love story”
Please enjoy this PICTUREBOOK retrospective of 7 years of my LIFE where I did all I could to wave these RED FLAGS!! “Once upon a time there was a cranky vet with a “bullshit” Ex-Pat blog in Panama……………” Cease and Desist(1) 09-jul.-2019 10-35-52 (1) SuspensionofServicesLetter-COAMay312023 (1) “And …
Muzzle OFF on RED FROG Bullshit, Hello 2025, I couldn’t even make it to APRIL. In HOT WATER.
OP ED: “JB” Hello all- I feel both a sense of relief and defeat at the same time. As I basically need to kiss my wife’s ass for what will probably be an inordinate amount of time, in addition to ignoring my son in law and my physician’s advice to …
TEASER: Whistleblower expose coming. Shame on Panama for NOT enforcing law in Bocas.
OP ED: “JB” I have never posted anything up just “willy nilly”. I have never claimed to be Tom Brokaw, but I take pride in what I write and do indeed fact check. I am amazed by the absolute neglect of the established LAW in Bocas that is constantly committed …
RFB and OGI serving up a platter of SHIT “Three Ways”. Bocas peeps………..wake the “F” up!!!
Op Editorial “JB”- So I have been a relatively good boy all things considered according to my wife since we have returned. I have not been sooooooo pre-occupied with “JH” and his consistent string of bullshit and what OGI and the whole merry band of “Management” continue to do to …
What has always been the danger in PANAMA waters, being reminded of RIPCURRENTS and TIDE.
According to the entity, the tides will have a maximum height of 17.1 feet (5.18) meters Consider this an: EX-PAT ALERT https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/sinaproc-mantiene-aviso-de-prevencion-por-mareas-en-el-pacifico-AP10972211 The National Civil Protection System (Sinaproc) maintains the prevention notice (surveillance and monitoring) for the maximum tides in the Panamanian Pacific, which began at 4:47 am on Saturday, …
My SECOND fave PNO topic (….guess FIRST?): ODEBRECHT starting 2025 in usual scummy fashion.
OP ED: “JB”- Sometimes I forget just how underhanded, filthy, and manipulative this corporation is that truly operates openly and in PLAIN SIGHT. Every single back door deal that I laid out in last week’s post about ALL of the Non-Noriega – ELECTED and PUPPET administrations that have fucking …
It’s Data and Articles like this that REINFORCE Trump “Canal” stance. Again “gulp”. Goes down like bleach.
World Bank: Panama faces challenges in human capital development and quality of employment OP ED: “JB” Hello friends, Ex-Pats, and my adopted Panamanian bretheren. I will openly admit that Donald Trump makes for a very EASY and VALID target for all the venom and vitriol he is …
JB- FINAL WORD- tired of topic. Summarized beautifully.
OP ED: “JB”- If you have not read ALL of my recent posts on the US-Panama “CONFLICT”- for lack of a better term. Let me just simplify and summarize. EVERYONE KNOWS – PANAMA has competely RAPED-PILLAGED-and FUCKED the Canal Zone for 40 YEARS to benefit the wealthy and iconoclast elite …
Is this “REALLY” going to happen? It’s getting “Ri-goddamn-diculous”. READ this EX-PATS
Op ED: “JB” As I slowly settle back into my “Panama” mode after three months home for the holidays, I am a bit amazed that this “narrative” is still maintaining traction. REALLY???? TRUMP IS GOING TO TAKE BACK THE CANAL!!!! Again,………REALLY??? This is hyperbole and political bluster on …