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BREAKING NEWS: Nito and Gaby did not like BAD BUNNY halftime performance? MORE Corruption overflows in PANAMA

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Editorial:  READER CONTRIBUTION As of February 10, 2026, investigations are intensifying into the former administration of Laurentino “Nito” Cortizo (2019–2024), amid reports that individuals linked to his inner circle, including figures like Roy Cortizo, are evading authorities. While official confirmation of Roy Cortizo’s specific location remains sensitive, local intelligence and reports suggest a potential hideout…

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

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“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 year alongside former President Laurentino…

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Post Invasion, what is the temperature back home?

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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 we’re nervous,” said Salima, who…

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Varela admits to recent chit chat with Martinelli

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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 , mainly focused on health issues ….

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

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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 include in the agenda of…

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

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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 Military Service for the Nation…

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

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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 must conclude its deliberations no later…

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

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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 from Machado is that it…

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