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Panama Slams Colombia Over Inaction in Stemming the Flow of Migrants at the Darien Gap

More and more migrants from South America are crossing the Darien Gap, a dangerous jungle between Colombia and Panama, in record numbers.

Panama Migrant Bus Carrying 66 People Plunges Into Ravine, Killing 39

Feb 17, 2023 01:05 AM EST By Rick Martin

A bus carrying 66 passengers plunged into a ravine in Panama, killing 39 people and injuring around 20 others. Most of the passengers were reportedly migrants bound for the U.S.-Mexico border.

Ex-Panama President Ricardo Martinelli Barred From Entering U.S. for Corruption

U.S. Bans Ex-Panama President Ricardo Martinelli, 2 Sons From Entering the Country

Jan 26, 2023 03:23 AM EST By Rick Martin

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced Wednesday that the State Department is banning former Panama President Ricardo Martinelli from ever traveling to the United States.

American Man Arrested in Panama After Fleeing Colombia for Killing DJ Girlfriend

American Man Wanted in Colombia for Strangling DJ Girlfriend to Death, Hiding Body in Suitcase Arrested in Panama

Jan 25, 2023 04:08 AM EST By Rick Martin

An American man wanted for the murder of his DJ girlfriend in Colombia was arrested in Panama just hours after her body was found in a suitcase inside a dumpster.

Panama: Top 5 Reasons to Visit the Central American Country

Nov 29, 2022 08:30 AM EST By BERT HOOVER

If Panama has never crossed your mind as a potential vacation destination, here are five reasons to change your mind.

Panama: 5 Delicious Panamanian Dishes You Must Try

Jul 08, 2022 08:21 AM EDT By Rick Martin

Here are five must-try dishes in Panama which have a certain Panamanian flair despite being found in other countries.

Panama: Travel and Safety Tips to Know Before You Go to the Central American Country

Apr 10, 2022 08:00 PM EDT By Mary Webber

Here are some travel safety tips for avoiding trouble on your trip to Panama, which is famous for its natural tourist attractions.

Panama: Indigenous Groups That Are Important to the Country’s Cultural Heritage

Mar 08, 2022 04:40 AM EST By Jess Smith

Panama is home to six indigenous groups – the Ngöbe-Buglé, Emberá-Wounaan, Naso Tjërdi, Guna, Bri Bri, and Bokata.

Costa Rica's Security Minister Says Country Serves as 'Warehouse' for Cocaine Transported to U.S., Europe

Jan 05, 2022 05:23 AM EST By Jess Smith

Costa Rica's Minister of Public Security said the country had been utilized as a cocaine "warehouse" by drug cartels and drug traffickers.

Strong Earthquake Rattles Panama and Costa Rica; Not Expected to Generate Tsunami

Jul 21, 2021 08:20 PM EDT By Joshua Summers

A strong earthquake rattled Panama and Costa Rica on Wednesday. No Tsunami warning was issued by the authorities.

A general view shows passengers at the counters of Copa Airlines at Tocumen International Airport after the Panamanian government restricted flights in recent days due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Panama City, Panama

Panama’s Copa Airlines Warns It May Not Have Enough Money to Survive the Pandemic

Apr 28, 2020 09:20 AM EDT By Olive Marie

Panama's Copa Airlines said yesterday, it may not have sufficient liquidity to survive the COVID-19 crisis in spite of cutting costs.

Religious Cult in Panama Kills Pregnant Woman and Six Children in Grim Ritual

Religious Cult in Panama Kills Pregnant Woman and 6 Children in Grim Ritual

Jan 18, 2020 08:30 AM EST By Amy Santiago

Seven bodies, including a pregnant woman and six children, were found tortured, slaughtered and buried as part of a grim ritual in Panama.

Manuel Noriega, former dictator of Panama dies at 83

May 30, 2017 06:10 AM EDT By Mariana P Cater

Noriega was for some time an ally of the United states, but his ties to drug trafficking led to his removal in 1989.

Oscar 2017 Predictions: Panama Submits 'Salsipuedes' to represent the Country

Sep 19, 2016 03:00 AM EDT By Francisco Salazar

“Salsipuedes” will represent Panama at the Oscars.

A Hacker Helped Rig Elections in Mexico, Panama, Colombia, Argentina, and More By Spying and Manipulating Social Media to Steer Public Opinion

Apr 20, 2016 04:28 PM EDT By Robert Schoon

For nearly ten years, a 20-something Colombian hacker secretly shaped the outcomes of major elections across Latin America.

Bolivia Greenlights $2.65 Billion Budget to Increase Country's Energy Reserves

Mar 17, 2016 08:20 AM EDT By Ma. Elena

Bolivia has allocated $2.56 billion to boost its electricity reserves, increase transmission lines and start exporting power to Argentina. The Central Bank of Bolivia provided the funds from international reserves.