Category Archives: Good news

The Use of Facemasks in Open Places Has Been Eliminated in Panama, How is the Process to Report a Missing Person, Updated List of Vaccination Centers at the National Level.

Friday, March 25, 2022 By 6:00AM this morning, I was out the door heading in early to my office in Torres De Las Americas, because the labor union “SUNTRACS” had announced that they would be protesting in front of our building due to the high cost of living.  They’re demanding a salary raise or they […]

Fuel Price Continues to Rise, Protests in Darien and part of Chepo, Decree Establishes Visa for Cubans.

Friday, March 11, 2022 Finally, after nearly 30 months living as a quasi-hermit, I broke away from my comfort zone and took advantage of an invitation to once again meld amongst other humans.  As per the established construct of social engagement in Panama, you should never show up on time.  I mean, not like my […]

From One Armchair Warrior to Another; Preventive Warning for Rain on a National Level; What Has Happened in the Last Seven Days with Russia’s Invasion of the Ukraine?; Panamá Legally Recognizes the Rights of Nature.

Friday, March 04, 2022 Imagine if you will, the year is 2056. Some poor 8th grader is sulking in his room, trying to write a logical report on the happenings of 2020-2024. It ain’t pretty, but hopefully he no longer must wear a mask or need to wear a bio-suit to school due to inconsistent […]

Attacks on Ukraine, Carnival Operation is Activated by the Authorities, Announce Opening of the El Charco Nature Trail in the Soberanía National Park.

Friday, February 25, 2022 TOP NEWS and TIDBITS: Yoli’s Wisdom MORE THAN 40 UKRAINIAN SOLDIERS HAVE BEEN KILLED IN RUSSIAN STRIKES Russian bombing of Ukrainian cities such as Kiev, Kharkov, Mariupol, Odessa and Kramatorsk. More than forty Ukrainian soldiers died today in the attacks carried out by the Russian Army against airfields and military bases […]

New Measures for Travelers Entering Panama, Cortizo Appoints New Directors of the Board of the ACP, Sinaproc Issues Prevention Notice for Increased Waves and Winds in the Caribbean.

Friday, February 18, 2022 Back again from a 1-month hiatus, I’ve been out and about for a couple of reasons.  First of all, I finally got COVID.  I mean, it was about damn time, right?  Nearly 2 years into this and just before a planned trip to Colombia, I get sick along with the rest […]

Chame will have a Permanent Police Check Point, Fuel Increase in Panama, Authorities Reinforce Security in the Border with Colombia.

Friday, February 11, 2022 Thanks to blood donation, it is achieved: Increase the hope and quality of life of people with lethal diseases, this weekend a donation campaign will be held at the Multiplaza mall, read in our article the requirements. Also, in our article this week you will find the latest news regarding the […]

List of Pediatric Vaccination Centers, More than 100 Uniformed Officers were Arrested Last Year for Criminal Activities, Exposure to Sunlight Prevents Myopia.

Friday, February 04, 2022 In this weekly article you will find the latest news in Panama, a bill was presented before the National Assembly Plenary that aims to transfer the next mandatory day of rest on Tuesday of Carnival 2022 to Monday for a better use of the mandatory rest days. Also, you will find […]

Panama’s Unwritten Driving Rules; Panama is the Best Destination in 2022 to Enjoy Retirement; Historic Year Ends with 133,000 Migrants Entering the Country; Know the Transitory Points for Taking Swabs in the Capital City

Friday, January 14, 2022 Yesterday morning while running errands, I found a parking spot almost in front of the post office I use.  I get out, get my mail, and gleefully return with my recently acquired Amazon bounty.  I usually back in when I park, but traffic was brutal, and no one seems to have the […]