Panama president calls on archbishop, top rabbi to mediate with striking workers

PANAMA CITY, Panama (AP) — Panama’s José Raúl Mulino appealed to a higher power on Friday, calling in an archbishop and a rabbi to deliver a message to striking banana workers after nearly two months of social protest that have roiled the country. Mulino …

Two rescued from condo fire in Panama City Beach

Fire heavily damages condos at Panama City Beach resort

A fire erupted at a Florida resort condo Friday afternoon and a cause continues to be investigated by officials. According to a Facebook post by the Panama City Beach Fire Rescue, the fire occurred at Long Beach Resort Tower 3 and left several units with …

Panama's president appeals to a higher power as nearly 2 months of protests roil nation

By ALMA SOLÍS PANAMA CITY (AP) — Panama’s José Raúl Mulino appealed to a higher power on Friday, calling in an archbishop and a rabbi to deliver a message to striking banana workers after nearly two months of social protest that have roiled the country. …

Panama’s president appeals to a higher power as nearly 2 months of protests roil nation

Breadcrumb Trail Links PMN Author of the article: Published Jun 06, 2025  •  2 minute read Article content By Alma Solis PANAMA CITY (AP) — Panama’s Jose Raul Mulino appealed to a higher power on Friday, calling in an archbishop and a rabbi to deliver a …

Breaking NewsIranian Christian Refugees Granted 6-Month Extension in Panama

6/6/2025 Panama (International Christian Concern) — Artemis Ghasemzadeh, a 27-year-old Iranian woman, and other Christian asylum seekers in Panama were given a six-month extension this week to find a new home.  Ghasemzadeh is in a Panama City hotel …

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Migrants deported to Panama, many of whom fear return to home countries, face uncertain future

(Video by Isabelle Marceles/Cronkite Borderlands Project) The U.S. deported nearly 300 migrants to Panama in February, leaving them stranded in a country where they do not have contacts or resources. Most fear returning to their home countries. Panama …

Trump-backed security deal sends US troops to Panama for joint exercises

US soldiers have arrived in Panama for military exercises aimed at protecting the Panama Canal, the US embassy said, after a bilateral agreement triggered protests in the Central American country. The agreement, signed in April, allows US troops to deploy …

Panama City seeks residents' input on new MLK Center's hours, programs

Panama City residents are being surveyed about desired programs and operating hours for the new Martin Luther King Jr. Rec Center. The center, destroyed by Hurricane Michael in 2018, is being rebuilt with an expanded footprint and new amenities. The $20 …