Another step towards fair fares for taxis
If you step into one of Panama’s better cared for taxis in the coming weeks and see a taxi meter,...
Month: June 2011
Panama a haven for wanted political refugees
They may be sitting at an adjacent table when you visit your favorite restaurant, or shopping as you walk past...
Panama litterbugs to be targeted
The growing incidence of floods in Panama City aided by garbage thrown into streets and gutters has moved the city...
Seven non accredited universities named
Panama’ Ministry of Education has released the names of seven private “universities” under investigation for not being properly accredited. (more…)
The Iron Lady will refuse Sarah Palin visit
Lady Margaret Thatcher will decline a visit from Sarah Palin if and when she visits Britain next month because she...
Panama’s fraudulent private universities to be exposed
There often seems to be a “University” on every block in Panama, but soon they will be thinned out when...
Mayor’s advisor under investigation for alleged extortion
Panama’s mayor, Bosco Vallarino is in the eye of another storm with an advisor under investigation for alleged extortion. (more…)
Fewer guns fewer, killings in Panama
The fall in the number of killings in Panama this year, is attributed to the removal of a large amount...
Sewage overflow in Panama a risk to health
Overflowing sewage, known locally as “black water” could lead to serious health problems says Panama City Health Director Jorge Hassán....
Martinelli moves away from Varela endorsement
With a perceived growing split in Panama’s ruling coalition President Ricardo Martinelli on Monday June 6, moved sharply away from...
Electricity cables project still up in the air
A year after a project for burying utility cables in selected areas of Panama City, and other areas was announced...
Only about a quarter of Panama AIDS cases are treated
An estimated 20,000 people in Panama are suffering from AIDS, but only about 5,500 are being treated and over 10,000 in...
