Newsroom Panama Quick Reads for July 28 and 29 of 2026

Is it true that, in some movements against the copper mine, the construction of a port in Chiriquí or the strategic Río Indio project, there is unexplained money from third parties or foreign sources?At the Panamonte Hotel

The national coffee tasting in Boquete is being held in a private room at the Panamonte Hotel. The same will apply, with even more restrictions, to the international auction. Perfume is prohibited.And what will they say now?

It wasn’t just any statement or speech. It was Vatican News, the Vatican’s official media outlet, that put forward a message that is already generating discussion. Michael Czerny, one of the most influential cardinals in the Church, spoke about combating illegal mining and strengthening responsible mining. Many will have to read the whole thing before commenting.José Emilio’s other challenge

The first thing Rector José Emilio Moreno should do when he takes office is to request certification of all the teachers at the University of Panama, and review whether all master’s and doctoral degrees meet high standards.Another controversial proposal

Everything seems to indicate that a law proposed by Grace Hernández to convert land she calls “unused” into parking lots would be unconstitutional if approved. She says it’s not expropriation.Another blow to the wallet

The conflict in the Middle East and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz continue to impact diesel and gasoline prices. In the capital, the price will increase by 7 to 8 cents per liter.They’re acting sullen.

A group of motorcyclists are upset about the operations carried out by the Transit and Land Transportation Authority (ATTT) and the National Police (PN). They are filming and protesting.This has been happening for several months and nothing has been done.

Tigo internet customers in the Vista Hermosa Plaza building complex in Pueblo Nuevo don’t know what to do. For over six months, the service has been going down for hours at a time, affecting them, and nothing is being done. Tigo and ASEP, take note.Consumer question

Is it legal for a private security guard to ask for your receipt and then count and inspect your purchases when you shop at a store or supermarket? It’s prohibited in other countries.