All Things Panama

A military officer sentenced to 50 years in prison for “treason” in Nicaragua has been released at a time when the United States is pressuring the government to free political prisoners, according to Nicaraguan exile media. Retired captain Aníbal Rivas Reed, 61, was convicted last June in a trial his family described as “arbitrary.” Rivas …

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Authorities closed Route 32 again on Friday afternoon after a fresh landslide hit the highway, disrupting travel between the Greater Metropolitan Area and the Caribbean coast. The Ministry of Public Works and Transportation reported the incident around 2:20 p.m., just hours after reopening the road at 10:15 a.m. The closure stems from heavy rains tied …

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I have a friend who describes himself as an anarcho-capitalist libertarian. He believes in total individual freedom He calls speed bumps “Commie humps,” scoffs at speed limits, and thinks any type of government intervention in the lives of citizens is unnecessary at best — and evil at worst. He believes there should be nothing standing in the way of transactions …

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Lawmakers from multiple parties have raised concerns over President Rodrigo Chaves’ recent appointment of president-elect Laura Fernández as Minister of the Presidency. The decision, announced this week, places Fernández in a key cabinet role for the final three months of Chaves’ term, sparking debate about its purpose and legality. Chaves made the announcement during a …

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A local private hospital has earned recognition in a major international ranking, placing it among Latin America’s leading medical centers for specialized surgeries in 2026. Hospital Clínica Bíblica stands out as the only facility from Costa Rica included in the Latin America’s Top Private Hospitals & Clinics 2026 list, compiled by Newsweek and data firm …

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Popeyes launched its biggest outlet today marking a key step in its local growth. The new spot sits in the Santa Ana Trade Center along Route 27, right next to Walmart. This move targets the expanding commercial and residential areas in the west of the Central Valley. The restaurant spans 400 square meters, making it …

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Colombian singer Shakira has fans in El Salvador buzzing with anticipation as she prepares for a series of concerts in San Salvador. The superstar’s arrival marks her first performances in the country, drawing crowds from across Central America, including Costa Ricans eager to catch the shows. Workers finalize the stage at Jorge “Mágico” González Stadium …

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Costa Rica’s Ombudsman’s Office has raised doubts about a report from the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE) on the boundaries of forested lands next to the Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge in Limón province. The office, acting as an intervener in the case, asked the Constitutional Chamber (Sala IV) to require an independent review of …

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Costa Rica is set to experience another noticeable shift in weather conditions as Cold Surge #14 moves into the Caribbean Sea, triggering stronger winds and increased cloud cover in several regions of the country. According to meteorological forecasts, the most significant impacts will be felt toward the end of the day and into the nighttime …

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Panama on Wednesday rejected China’s warning that it would pay a “high price” for annulling the contract that allowed a Hong Kong company to operate two ports in the Panama Canal, escalating a dispute unfolding amid the broader contest between Washington and Beijing. The Chinese government rejected a court ruling that annulled the contract held …

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