New travel warning as three diseases spread and one comes to UK

Travellers have been warned about three potentially deadly viruses after new cases saw the diseases spread to 17 countries - with cases in the UK. Marburg, Mpox and Oropouche continue to spread with the UK Health Security Agency reporting a fifth...

Panama faces environmental and economic challenges after mine closure

The closure of the Cobre Panamá mine, due to a legal ruling, leaves 130,000 tonnes of toxic copper concentrate posing environmental threats while stalling Panama’s economic growth. Jane Chambers reports for BBC News. In short: The Cobre Panamá...

Watch DAVID LEE ROTH Dancing And Singing Along To His Solo Band's Version Of VAN HALEN's 'Panama'

David Lee Roth has shared a video of him singing along and dancing to his previously released solo version of the VAN HALEN classic "Panama". According to the Van Halen News Desk, the track, which was originally uploaded to Roth's YouTube channel...

Approximately 20 Thousand Panamanians Lack Legal Identity

In Panama, there are 24,636 children and adolescents whose births have not been registered with the competent authority, that is, they lack legal identity. A study conducted by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) reveals that 2% of all...

Finlay’s imprint in Panama on Latin American Medicine Day

In the Plaza Francia, in the Casco Antiguo, in this capital city, a plaque commemorates the scientist, native of the central province of Camagüey, and recognizes his contribution to the construction of the Canal. “The discovery of the transmission...

Forum in Panama condemns US blockade against Cuba

In the forum, organized by the National Education Workers Union (SITEN), Cuban Ambassador to Panama, Victor Cairo, denounced the extraterritorial nature of Washington’s blockade, described as the most comprehensive, integral and prolonged system...

Brits sent urgent travel warning over 'eye bleeding' disease spreading in 17 countries

Brits heading abroad have been sent an urgent travel warning over a horror 'eye bleeding' disease that has spread to more than 17 countries. Officials are spooked by rising cases of the Marburg virus which belongs to the Ebola family and is one of...

The King of Morocco in Paris with his children thanks Panama for its support for Moroccan territorial integrity

The King of Morocco with his children in Paris The King of Morocco, Mohamed VI, from Paris where he is on a few days' rest with his children, has expressed his gratitude to the President of the Republic of Panama, José Raúl Mulino Quintero, for...

Morocco's King thanks Panama for its support for Moroccan territorial integrity

The King of Morocco with his children in Paris The King of Morocco, Mohammed VI, has thanked the President of the Republic of Panama, José Raúl Mulino Quintero, for the Panamanian country's latest decision to suspend diplomatic relations with the...

'Bleeding eye' virus sparks global fear: Urgent warning issued to UK, Africa travelers over 'deadliest' disease. Check symptoms

An urgent warning has been issued after the widespread and continuing spread of Marburg, Mpox and Oropouche in at least 17 countries now. Travellers have been advised to exercise extra caution against the spread of a new virus, also called the...

Clymer/Sherman/Panama to meet Dolgeville in Class D semi

OBSERVER Photo by Tim Frank Travis Owens and Clymer/Sherman/Panama will take on Section III’s Dolgeville in the NYSPHSAA Class D semifinals Friday at Vestal High School. Ever since losing last year’s New York State Public High School Athletic...

Lingering TB outbreak triggers concerns in Panama

According to the Health Ministry’s (Minsa) report, published in La Prensa newspaper, 2,118 TB sufferers were registered last year, against the 1440 cases registered by November 8. Minsa’s press release indicated that these figures, although lower...

Regional Health Accounts Meeting 2024: A Key Step Towards Efficient Health Spending in Latin America and the Caribbean

Washington, DC, 21 November 2024 (PAHO)- The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), together with the Ministry of Health of Brazil, will host the 2024 Regional Health Accounts Meeting, scheduled to take place from December 4 to 6 in Rio de...

The Dangerously Beautiful National Park in Panama You Might Want to Avoid

Some of the world’s most dangerous natural treasures can be found in Panama, a nation renowned for its breathtaking beaches, lush rainforests, and lively culture. One such location is a national park that presents serious risks to tourists in...

Red Cross Highlights Panama In Fight To Guarantee Migrant Health

Urgent travel warning for Brits visiting these 17 countries as deadly diseases detected

'Take extra precautions' when visiting these 17 countries ( Image: AFP via Getty Images) Travelling Brits have been issued a warning for a number of popular travel spots following the outbreak of three potentially deadly viruses. A total of 17...

The Interoceanic Corridor Version of Mexican Train Hopes to Rival the Panama Canal

For over a century, the Panama Canal has defined global trade, linking the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Now, Mexico’s $5 billion Interoceanic Corridor of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec emerges as a transformative alternative. Strategically positioned...

CoinDCX's $44 Mn Loss To Hackers Reminds Of WazirX Breach As Indians Await...

In a major security incident, CoinDCX, one of India’s cryptocurrency exchanges, has confirmed a hacking attack that led to a loss of around $44 million (nearly Rs 368 crore). The hack took place early on Saturday and targeted one of the company's...

Panama Reports 237 New Cases of Covid-19 and Five ...

From July 14 to 20, Panama reported 237 new positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of accumulated infections to 1,062,049 since the start of the pandemic in 2020. During this period, 2,050 tests were performed, resulting in a weekly...

U.S. Nonprofits Funnel Millions to Israeli Army Volunteers

American volunteers for the Israeli army have partied with Ben Shapiro in Boca Raton, met with House Republicans Brian Mast and Mike Lawler in Washington, and joined New York City Mayor Eric Adams at Gracie Mansion. On a Manhattan rooftop late...