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The Twelfth Criminal Court annulled the order of inquiry (of November 21, 2018) and the correction to this document (of December 6, 2018) issued by the Special Anticorruption Prosecutor’s Office against Fotis Lymberópulos , as part of the investigation of the bribes paid by Odebrecht. In a ruling dated May …
Largest ship to record passes into new expanded Canal.
The container ship Triton, of the shipping Evergreen, became this Wednesday the largest and largest capacity ship to transit the Canal expanded since its opening on June 26, 2016. Neopanamax help port growth Huge LNG vessel, in the bowels of the Canal The neopanamax Triton set a new record with …
Opposing counsel battle over chain of evidence in Martinelli case
The head of Computing of the Institute of Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences , Luis Rivera Calle , said yesterday in the hearing of the trial that the former president Ricardo Martinelli is followed by the punctures, that during the analysis of the compact discs obtained in the National Security …
After brief siege attempt, US Embassy secured in Venezuela
https://www.prensa.com/mundo/Embajador-Carlos-Vecchio-recuperacion-Washington_0_5305719383.html The Venezuelan ambassador to the United States, Carlos Vecchio, confirmed on the morning of Thursday, May 16, that his embassy in the city of Washington, DC was recovered. Vecchio explained that US federal police officers entered the diplomatic headquarters and evicted four pro-regime activists from Nicolás Maduro. “Out the …
As predicted here on PNO.com BEFORE elections,,,,,,Varela/Roux defection from Martinelli validated.
OP ED: James “JB” Bryson I’m not going to break my arm patting myself on the back, but I have to state that SO MUCH of what was transparent and visible about the manner in which Varela and Roux were trying to distance themselves from Martinelli, while at the same …
TRAVEL ADVISORY: Air quality in Mexico City deemed extraordinarily dangerous.
Authorities of Mexico City and its metropolitan area declared an extraordinary environmental risk on Tuesday due to high levels of pollution , which implies the restriction to vehicular traffic and the reprogramming of a semifinal game of the Mexican soccer tournament. The measures come amid complicated weather conditions and numerous …
No longer just “Balboa”. Panama sets roots in billion dollar craft beer market.
The craft beers are stomping. In 2013 there were at least 4 local breweries dedicated to artisan production, and for this year the number has increased fivefold: there are 20 companies. The local consumer has the decision in their hands, says Ricardo Fernández, co-founder of Casa Bruja and founding partner …
US Travel Update: Air Service to Venezuela is suspended
The US Department of Transportation ordered this Wednesday, May 15, the suspension of air service between Venezuela and the United States. This order affects the cargo and passenger services that were offered between both nations. It also includes public and private mail services. https://www.prensa.com/economia/Unidos-suspende-servicio-aereo-Venezuela_0_5304969470.html
Varela can exit environmentally “horrible” term on a high note by saving Bona’ Island.
by James “JB” Bryson I hope that Varela can do something beyond crying that Roux did not assume his puppet role, and do something significant about saving Bona’ Island. Please read La Prensa story below________________________________________________________ https://impresa.prensa.com/panorama/Isla-Bona-decreto-destruir-habitat_0_5304219614.html Faced with the new threat of converting Boná Island into an oil terminal, …
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by James “JB” Bryson As PNO.com continues to post and look for different topics to exchange upon, we are seeking to become more of a tool to be used by ex-pats and Panamanians alike. During the past election, we have had traffic increase to sometimes as high as 10,000 views …
China and US trade impasse keeps on the uptick.
China announced on Monday that it will increase its customs duties as of June 1 on $ 60 billion of annual imports of US products, in retaliation for the actions taken by Washington . Trump advises China not to retaliate against the United States Customs duties will increase on a …
Martinelli ally speaks loudly in his favor. Proposes amnesty.
Today Luis Eduardo Camacho speaks, ‘the faithful friend’ of Ricardo Martinelli. Of the impugnation that it will present, of its loyalty, of its calm, the future of the party and more. — One reason why you would be better than Pancho Alemán. I do not fight with my friend, but …
Cortizo makes Panama H20 one of the first priorities of administration.
The government of Laurentino Nito Cortizo will be put to the test to avoid a future water crisis for human consumption and the transit of more and more ships through the Panama Canal . Time is short for water supply “After the year 2024 or 2025, if we do not …
Back to the business of corruption: ODEBRECHT back in spotlight in Spain
The authorities of Spain sent to the Special Anticorruption Prosecutor the statements of Rodrigo Tacla Durán , one of the external structurers of Odebrecht to pay bribes. The new crossroads in the Odebrecht case Interpol cancels red alert against Rodrigo Tacla Durán These statements are key to confirm facts that …
Soccer world still reeling from MASSIVE Champions League upset of Messi and Barcelona versus Liverpool.
Intractable in the domestic scene, FC Barcelona played again in Europe on Tuesday falling in the worst way against Liverpool in the Champions League semifinals, wasting a three-goal lead in a game that left the Barça team and several of their players. “Right now we are touched”, coach Ernesto Valverde …
Bocas protests continue in defiance of re-election of Robinson.
The governor of Bocas del Toro province, Esteban Chacón, moved to the closing area in the Electoral Tribunal (TE) office on estate 11 (Changuinola) on Wednesday, with the presence of electoral attorney general Eduardo Peñaloza. Protests in Bocas del Toro after re-election of Benicio Robinson; ask for new elections This, …
After receiving billions in capital influx, US drivers of UBER and LYFT coordinate strike.
The drivers of the Internet taxi companies Uber and Lyft are turning off their apps to protest what they see as the reduction of their salaries at a time when the two companies are receiving billions of dollars from their investors. The organizers are planning demonstrations in Chicago, Los Angeles, …
This is playing out as EXPECTED. VARELA and ROUX are predictable and transparent.
by James “JB” Bryson As a resident full time and a person that “LOVES” Panama, I will do my best and all in my power to educate the fringe or those that are uniformed on the complete dysfunction and incest like behavior that has infected the Presidency since Varela assumed …
“TRIUMPH IS IRREVERSIBLE” CORTIZO NEW PRESIDENT OF PANAMA
by James “JB” Bryson I’m calling it!!!!!! PNO.com recognizes LAURENTINO CORTIZO as the NEW PRESIDENT of the REPUBLIC OF PANAMA. LA ESTRELLA LINK: http://laestrella.com.pa/ Laurentino Cortizo, presidential candidate for the “Uniting Forces” alliance formed by the Democratic Revolutionary Party (PRD) and the Molirena, affirmed tonight that his triumph …
PAY ATTENTION PANAMA!!!! VARELA and ROUX ALREADY TRYING TO STEAL DEMOCRACY
by James “JB” Bryson As I sit like the rest of you primed to celebrate the election of a real ticket and two true leaders,,,,,,the remnants of a failing and stolen CD party are already claiming afoul. Panama deserves better. Watch how this unfolds.
Varela NOT assuming the parlacen. TRANSLATION: He will not pass the mantle with dignity.
by James “JB” Bryson In the US, even in a vitriolic and nasty campaign in 2016, President Obama attended the ceremony and handed over the reins to the most pwerful nation in the world to Donald Trump. PANAMA (soon to be ousted) President Varela chose to instead make a public …
Construction of the 4th bridge to canal finally commences.
The Design and Construction project of the Fourth Bridge over the Panama Canal is progressing, despite the controversies that have arisen since its announcement, in 2015. Yesterday, President Juan Carlos Varela and the Minister of Public Works, Ramón Arosemena, gave the first shove that marks the start of the megaproject …
Zulay goes after Humbert, Good Luck.
Congresswoman Zulay Rodríguez presented on Thursday afternoon, May 2, a criminal complaint against the Comptroller of the Republic, Federico Humbert, before the Attorney General’s Office. Zulay Rodríguez NGO, the only one that receives funds without being a football league The deputy of the Democratic Revolutionary Party (PRD) on his departure …
Desperate for votes Roux, throws darts and jabs at Cortizo.
The times change. The Cambio Democrático (CD) party went from closing its campaign in the broad coastal strip in 2014, to the historic Santa Ana park in 2019, but now with Rómulo Roux in the lead. Around a thousand people, including party members, sympathizers and guests, were waiting since 5:00 …
World goes BATSHIT as everyone watches “Game of Thrones” and says WTF.
Winter came, there were thunder and lightning, but the storm they promised became mere rain. Yes, it was a visually beautiful episode with a spectacular production level. Once again the director Miguel Sapochnik , who was in charge of episodes like Battle of the Bastards (6×9) and Winds of Winter …
Guaido promotes stoppages to demonstrate for liberation from Maduro.
From Thursday, May 2, a series of staggered strikes will begin in Venezuela until a general strike with the intention of achieving the liberation of the country. US military intervention in Venezuela is ‘possible, if necessary’: Mike Pompeo Juan Guaidó tries to redouble pressure against Nicolás Maduro This was stated …
Why is VARELA ( outgoing President) so concerned with Martinelli not being Mayor?
by James “JB” Bryson Why is the outgoing President so laser focused on his former boss not assuming office? And by office I am not referring to becoming President of the Republic again, I am referring to MAYOR of the district. Please read this attached article which raises many questions …
Complaints are official against Taboga as environmentalist voices are heard.
The Ombudsman’s Office opened two administrative complaints related to the Petroterminal project on Boná Island, which belongs to the Municipality of Taboga, in the Gulf of Panama. The entity joins, in addition, the voices that ask the National Assembly to approve the bill that creates the area as a protected area. …
US News of Note: Biden announces run for US President
Former US Vice President Joe Biden on Thursday announced his candidacy for the White House, ending months of expectation and adding to a bulging list of Democratic Party candidates to challenge Donald Trump in the 2020 elections. “The fundamental values of this country (…) our position in the world (…) …
Panamanians living abroad getting ready for absentee ballots or (RERE)
Since last April 23, Panamanians living abroad who registered in the Register of Resident Voters Abroad (RERE) began the voting process through the Internet. Until midnight on Thursday, May 2 (Panama time), the 7 thousand 725 Panamanian voters are authorized to exercise their right to vote (only for the office …