Zulay case to be heard in regards to vote integrity

The Second Electoral Court admitted this Monday, June 10, the lawsuit for partial annulment of the election in the 8-2 circuit (San Miguelito) presented by the still deputy Zulay Rodríguez. https://www-laestrella-com-pa.translate.goog/panama/politica/juzgado-admite-demanda-de-zulay-rodriguez-sobre-nulidad-de-eleccion-en-circuito-8-2-CB7636545?_x_tr_sl=es&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc The lawsuit was filed for the counting of the votes recorded in the minutes of voting stations 4672, 4682, 4757, 4815, 4818, 4894, 4902,…

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Past years HEAVY RAINS are expected to continue for forseeable future

This year the climate is expected to be very similar to 2010, 2016, 2019, 2020 and 2022; years where the rains left mourning and pain https://elsiglo-com-pa.translate.goog/panama/nacionales/impactos-de-las-lluvias-que-podrian-repetirse-este-ano-NY7616942?_x_tr_sl=es&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc RAINS A lot of rainfall is expected and there will be landslides, floods, etc. Panama is going through a prolonged drought and is in the rainy season, which is…

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Mulino posts head of the MOST problematic agencies. AIG, ASEP, and IDIAP

Mentioned the massive failures and corruption within these broken agencies of the past. Very pivotal to the future of Ex-Pats and new development, especially in the outer areas of Panama.  https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/mulino-designa-a-viceministro-de-ambiente-y-a-directores-de-la-aig-asep-e-idiap-CY7607307 Also nominated as general administrator of the AIG, Adolfo José Fábrega, who until recently served as president of the Cciap The elected president, José…

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Panama applauded and welcomed into EU Security Council. Big step, on big stage

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/mundo/union-europea-felicita-a-panama-por-su-ingreso-al-consejo-de-seguridad-de-la-onu-IE7611208 Borrell pointed out that the EU hopes to maintain “close” cooperation with Panama The High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs, Josep Borrell, congratulated Panama, as well as Denmark, Greece, Pakistan and Somalia, for their election as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council for the 2025-2026 biennium. . ”Congratulations to…

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Rising sea levels seen first hand in Panama mandatory evacuation

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/panama-prepares-evacuate-first-island-face-rising-sea-levels-rcna155076 On a tiny island off Panama’s Caribbean coast, about 300 families are packing their belongings in preparation for a dramatic change. Generations of Gunas who have grown up on Gardi Sugdub in a life dedicated to the sea and tourism will trade that next week for the mainland’s solid ground. They go voluntarily — sort of….

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Dangerous and Highly Wanted Ecuadorian “TERRORIST” seized and deported from Panama

Julio Alberto Martínez Alcívar alias “Negro Tulio”, the dangerous Ecuadorian terrorist, was deported along with his partner, Alexandra Germania Estrada Aquino, this Saturday, June 1, following a strict security protocol towards their country. According to the Panamanian police, alias Negro Tulio is accused of having participated in several terrorist acts in the region, including the…

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Events in Brazil could impact punishments for PANAMA thieves and corruption with ODEBRECHT

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/moises-bartlett-fallo-en-brasil-podria-impactar-caso-odebrecht-en-panama-BA7534289 The decision of the Supreme Federal Court in Brazil, declaring “absolute nullity” of the judicial acts in the “Lava Jato” case against Marcelo Odebrecht, raises questions about the effects of that ruling on the processes in Panama. A plot that includes 25 high-profile defendants, including former presidents Ricardo Martinelli and Juan Carlos Varela. In…

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Historical Retrospective on the CANAL: As it defines the PAST, PRESENT, and FUTURE of PANAMA

https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/publicando-historia/pasado-presente-y-futuro-poniendo-en-perspectiva-al-canal-de-panama-FE7547711 This engineering work has a great connection with the Panamanian idiosyncrasy as well as the history of the isthmus, in which it continues to be a relevant element. The return of the Panama Canal and the Canal Zone to the Panamanian administration is one of the most important events of the 20th century. With…

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TRUMP found guilty of 34 counts, and uses to spur campaign contributions

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/white-house-race-plunges-into-uncharted-territory-trump-awaits-july-sentencing-2024-05-31/ NEW YORK, May 31 (Reuters) – Donald Trump said on Friday he would appeal the guilty verdict that made him the first U.S. president convicted of a crime, though he will have to wait until after his sentencing on July 11 before taking that step. In rambling remarks at the Trump Tower lobby in Manhattan where…

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