Protestors start hunger strike
The indigenous protests over mining and hydroelectricity took a new turn Thursday as leaders turned up the pressure of government...
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No government will to solve problems indigenous leaders
Ngäbe Bugle chieftan Silvia Carrera, denounced the government on Thursday March 1, as unwilling to talk to the indigenous people...
Road closures hit Pacora as dialogue stalls
Panama’s indigenous communities continue to put pressure on the government over the lack of progress in discussions over the mining...
Paitilla land grab trio heading for trial
Panama’s Anti Corruption Prosecutor is seeking trial for Anabelle Villamonte former director of the Land Qualifications Authority (Anati) . (more…)
Domestic airline closes its doors
Days after an announcement that domestic air traffic was on the upswing a local airline which has been serving Panama...
Death of the Republican Party?
While many commentators believe that the current Republican presidential candidate campaign is an exercise of the GOP shooting itself in both...
A tale of two fairs
A fair in President Martinelli’s home town of Sona Veraguas, got $100,000 from his discretionary spending fund. (more…)
Over 100 lose City Hall jobs under new broom mayor
The predicted blood letting at Panama’s city hall has begun, with over 100 municipal employees learning that their contracts will...
7 injured in Panama multi vehicle pile up
7 injured in Panama multi vehicle pile up A multi-vehicle accident near Panama’s Rod Carew Stadium, injured seven and added...
Indigenous protests continue in Chiriqui and Panama
As government and indigenous leaders continue their discussions inside the National Assembly demonstrators in Panama city and in Chiriqui continue...
Presidents discretionary fund pays for cousins hospital bill
Over $16,000 was paid from President Ricardo Martinelli’s discretionary-funds for social projects to cover the cost of hospital treatment for his...
Panama says no to legalizing drugs
Panama has turned down flat the legalization of drugs to end the drug wars, even before discussions have started. (more…)
