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Sumter Item
April 1, 2018
WASHINGTON (AP) - After years of silence, the rhythmic dee-dee-deeps of frogs and toads are returning in parts of Panama. A deadly fungal disease devastated amphibians in Central America more than a decade ago, quieting some mountain streams. But new research shows evolution may have savedÃÂ ...
Mother Nature Network
March 31, 2018
Voyles and her colleagues discovered that nine out of the 12 frog species in Panama for which they have good data have shown a remarkable rebound in their numbers, however. At first, they assumed that the chytrid fungus might be weakening in some way, but when they compared samples collected inÃÂ ...
The Detroit News
March 30, 2018
Washington – After years of silence, the rhythmic dee-dee-deeps of frogs and toads are returning in parts of Panama. A deadly fungal disease devastated amphibians in Central America more than a decade ago, quieting some mountain streams. But new research shows evolution may have saved the dayÃÂ ...
The News Herald
March 30, 2018
PANAMA CITY — The first step toward getting what you want is knowing what you want. That was one of former Pittsburgh Mayor Tom Murphy's main messages to Panama City about redevelopment during a Wednesday night presentation sponsored by the citizens group Panama City Growing Strong.
Borneo Bulletin Online
March 29, 2018
LUCERNE, Switzerland (AP) – Switzerland routed Panama 6-0 Tuesday in a mismatch of two teams going to the World Cup in Russia. Six different players scored — four in the first half, two in the second — as the Swiss cut directly through the centre of Panama's defence with ease. Switzerland coachÃÂ ...
AL.com
March 29, 2018
... National Weather Service in Mobile predicted strong rip currents would be present through Thursday oith conditions improving steadily into the weekend. Single red flags are also posted in South Walton and Destin. Double red flags - indicating the water is off limits to swimmers- remain posted in PanamaÃÂ ...
WJHG-TV
March 29, 2018
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A Panama City woman is accused of criminal transmission of HIV and lewd or lascivious battery. Arrest reports from the Panama City Police Department say Desaree Levingston, 22, had sex with a juvenile and did not tell him she was infected with HIV. Arrest reports sayÃÂ ...
WFLA
March 29, 2018
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) - A Panama City woman is accused of having an illegal sexual relationship with a juvenile that allegedly resulted in four pregnancies and the transmission of HIV to the victim. Starting in 2016, the suspect, Desaree-Rose Levingston, 22, engaged in sexual activity with the victim,ÃÂ ...
International Living
March 29, 2018
Mike and Fran Smith lived in Florida and wanted to escape the constant barrage of tropical storms every season. They researched several countries and when Mike, an engineer, received his retirement package from Chevron, they decided to make Panama their permanent residence. That was 13 yearsÃÂ ...
ABC News
March 29, 2018
Control of a 70-story hotel tower along the Punta Pacifica Peninsula in Panama will remain out of the Trump Organization's hands for now, according to a ruling by a Panamanian arbitrator. A lawyer for the building's majority owner, Orestes Fintiklis, hailed the ruling as a victory. “It's the end of the story,”à...
ABC News
March 29, 2018
FILE - In this March 5, 2018, file photo, a man cleans a marquee were the word Trump was removed, outside the Trump Ocean Club International Hotel and Tower in Panama City. A new arbitration ruling says President Donald Trump's family hotel business has lost a bid to regain control of the luxury hotelÃÂ ...
SBS
December 31, 1999
The fiery Colombian gave a frank assessment of Panama's performance in the 6-0 defeat, saying it had left him with doubts about their chances of putting on a dignified display on their World Cup debut in June. "The difference here was too much - we were stripped naked, they exposed all our weaknesses.
The News Herald
February 26, 2018
Cook's attorney, Lisa Anderson of Lisa Anderson Law in Panama City, states allegations against Cook are false. “As is standard in these matters, I can not allow my client to make any comments while there is an ongoing investigation,” said Anderson. “Michelle Cook has committed no criminal wrongdoing.
finder.com.au
February 26, 2018
Just opened: The Santa Maria, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Golf Resort, Panama City. The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts made its debut in Panama's capital last week with the opening of The Santa Maria, a 5-star resort located just minutes from the city centre. The hotel is comprised of 182 rooms thatÃÂ ...
Caribbean Journal
February 26, 2018
Copa Airlines is launching new flights between Panama and both Salvador and Fortaleza in Brazil. The carrier will fly to Fortaleza and Salvador beginning July 18 and 24, respectively, adding up to a new total of nine destinations in Brazil for Copa. It also means two more cities to connect to Panama's largeÃÂ ...
The News Herald
February 26, 2018
You know, like the last Krispy Kreme doughnut or cold one in the fridge, or the last Canadian in Panama column. It doesn't seem that long ago we were saying bonjour. It has been interesting, and an eyeopener. Hopefully the column has spread some good will, shared some information and put positiveÃÂ ...
CNN
February 26, 2018
The Trump International Hotel and Tower Panama — a massive 70-story building in the shape of a sail that includes residential units, a casino, and residential and office space — has been mired in controversy and has been struggling for years, according to media reports. In 2017, Fintiklis' investmentÃÂ ...
Chicago Tribune
February 25, 2018
This attempt at a takeover by Orestes Fintiklis — a Cypriot businessman based in Miami — marked a sharp escalation in Fintiklis months-old effort to re-brand the Trump International Hotel Panama and replace the Trump Organization as its manager. Fintiklis blames Trump's brand and Trump's company forÃÂ ...
The News Herald
February 24, 2018
“Anybody can come and do this. This isn't just for great athletes. This is something where everybody can come and gain something,” says one event organizer. PANAMA CITY — Athletes, volunteers and washing machines alike — two family-friendly 5K obstacle course runs are coming to Panama City thisÃÂ ...
WJHG-TV
February 23, 2018
At the Bay County Government Center, locals shared their experiences of growing up with the tough realities of racism. Matthew Shack, another Panama City local, recounted having a white friend named David as a young boy. Both were introduced to racism while trying to see a movie together one day.
Burnaby Now
February 17, 2018
The Panama Papers leak – which included the names of wealthy people and corporations using offshore tax havens to hide their money – was made public by a global consortium of media outlets in 2016. Since then, the Canada Revenue Agency has been criticized for not acting on that information.
My Panhandle
February 17, 2018
Panama City - A Panama City Woman has been charged with failure to report child abuse and victim tampering. That woman is 45 year old Juanita Groves. She allegedly failed to report an act of sexual abuse involving a child and another member of her household. Instead of reporting the incident, sheÃÂ ...
WJHG-TV
February 17, 2018
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A two car accident resulted in a rollover Friday evening. A Dodge Ram struck a Mini Cooper at an intersection on Front Beach Road in Panama City Beach. Troopers say the Ram flipped an unknown amount of times before coming to rest near Mikato'sÃÂ ...
My Panhandle
February 17, 2018
PANAMA CITY, Fla. - If you've driven through downtown Panama City lately you may have noticed some construction on an old vacant building. The old Grocery Outlet on Mackenzie Avenue and Business Highway 98 has been empty for some time. The city approved a development order for a family dollarÃÂ ...
Washington Blade
February 17, 2018
A judge on the Panama Supreme Court has withdrawn his draft ruling against marriage rights for same-sex couples. The country's government has signaled it will comply with a landmark Jan. 9 decision from the Inter-American Court of Human Rights that recognizes same-sex marriage and transgenderÃÂ ...
My Panhandle
February 17, 2018
PANAMA CITY, Fla. - The Panama City Marina redevelopment project moved forward Thursday night as developer Bob Sonnenblick delivered his feasibility study to the Panama City commission. The study outlined what is and what is not financially possible for the project. The study reveals total costs atÃÂ ...
Jamestown Post Journal
February 16, 2018
PANAMA — Panama Central School officials recently released the school's honor and merit rolls for the second quarter of the 2017-18 school year. They are: HONOR ROLL. 12th Grade: Elle Angeletti, Abigail Bailey, Lauren Barmore, Hannah Calcaterra, Thomas Delahoy, Dalton Goldberg, Quinn Payne,ÃÂ ...
Geo News, Pakistan
February 16, 2018
LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Spokesman Fawad Chaudhry said on Friday that the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz took advantage of disgruntled PTI MNA Ayesha Gulalai after the Panama case verdict on July 28, disqualifying former prime minister Nawaz Sharif. The PTI spokesman said that itÃÂ ...
International Living
February 16, 2018
When my husband, Doug, and I decided to spend seven weeks in Dolphin Bay, part of the Bocas del Toro archipelago, in the north-west corner of Panama, we were not sure what this adventure would bring…Other travelers had told us that it rained a lot and that we would find grocery shopping very sparse.
North Shore News
February 16, 2018
Investigators with the Canada Revenue Agency raided an address in West Vancouver Wednesday in connection with an investigation into possible tax evasion connected to the Panama Papers. CRA investigators went into the West Vancouver address with a search warrant Wednesday morning, assistedÃÂ ...
My Panhandle
February 16, 2018
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. - Bullying and online safety has caused concerns for many parents in our area. Thursday, those issues came to a head at a "Parents Against Predators" seminar hosted by the Panama City Beach Police Department and Panhandle Crime Stoppers at the Majestic Beach Resort.
WJHG-TV
February 16, 2018
Organizers at the church say that they hope the concert reminded attendees of a few of their favorite things. Reverend Jim Huffaker of Grace Presbyterian Church said, "I just thought it would be nice for the community to have such a person come and sing and be here in Panama City." The concert was freeÃÂ ...
CBC.ca
February 15, 2018
Canada Revenue Agency officers, backed up by police, raided locations in three provinces Wednesday as part of a criminal tax-evasion probe stemming from the Panama Papers, the agency said. About 30 criminal investigators from the CRA executed three search warrants in the Toronto area, CalgaryÃÂ ...
My Panhandle
February 14, 2018
During a special meeting last month, the commission voted to terminate the previous city manager, Jeff Brown's employment. Now they're on the hunt to fill the position. Currently the assistant city manager, Jared Jones, is filling the role as the official process of hiring a new city manager gets underway.
WJHG-TV
February 9, 2018
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The Panama City Police Department is seeking the public's help locating suspects who used counterfeit money in the Panama City area. Police say the suspects are two black male juveniles, and one black female juvenile. The individuals are estimated to between theÃÂ ...
The News Herald
February 9, 2018
“The port needs to grow if Panama City wants to be a port city 25 to 30 years from now,” Executive Director Wayne Stubbs said. PANAMA CITY — As unexpected changes and rising cost estimates for a major East Terminal expansion continue to whittle away at Port Panama City's budget, port officials areÃÂ ...
The News Herald
February 9, 2018
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The News Herald
February 9, 2018
PANAMA CITY — After seven months in the position, Dr. Tim Kitts is no longer the principal of the charter school Rising Leaders Academy, effective Wednesday morning. In a letter that went out to parents Tuesday, the Rising Leaders Board of Directors stated that founder Dr. Suha Jaber would assume theÃÂ ...
WJHG-TV
February 9, 2018
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - According to the Marina Civic Center's Facebook page, Willie Nelson's tour agency has confirmed a new date. The famous country music star will now play at the Marina Civic Center Wednesday, November 14, 2018, at 8 p.m.. According to the Marina Civic Center'sÃÂ ...
The Cairns Post
February 9, 2018
The third infested farm, believed to be Warwick Flegler's Tully Gorge Rd property at Jarra Creek, is near the other two Panama TR4-infested farms in the Tully Valley. The news follows the initial positive test on a plant sample during routine surveillance, which placed the property under suspicion last month.
Xinhua
February 9, 2018
PANAMA CITY, Feb. 8 (Xinhua) -- Lawmakers in Panama are considering proposals to launch direct flights to China, as the Central American country moves to bolster cooperation after establishing diplomatic ties with China last summer. The proposals as well as accords on enhancing maritime trade andÃÂ ...
WJHG-TV
February 9, 2018
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Visit Panama City Beach and the Bay County Tourist Development Council report collections for December 2017 were up nearly 20 percent compared to December 2016. Reports show Panama City Beach is up 5.5 percent for the fiscal year as well, whichÃÂ ...
Kamloops This Week
February 8, 2018
It's been long overlooked as a tourism destination, but Panama City is one of Central America's most exquisite gems. With its mixture of ancient history, Indigenous culture and tropical jungle, the city's attractions are diverse and fascinating. Give yourself at least two days to absorb the thrum of LatinÃÂ ...
WJHG-TV
February 8, 2018
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A Panama City man is facing charges after he allegedly sexually battered a child. According to arrest reports from the Panama City Police Department, Roderick Davenport, 40, was arrested Tuesday for sexual battery on a child under 12 years old as well as otherÃÂ ...
The Age
February 8, 2018
Biosecurity Queensland has confirmed the presence of the devastating Panama disease at a far north banana farm weeks after it was detected on the property. Biosecurity Queensland confirmed a sample taken on January 23 from the Tully Valley farm tested positive for the disease. Australian BananaÃÂ ...
Vogue Australia
February 7, 2018
Over Christmas, Bondi locals may have noticed an empty storefront where Latin American favourite Panama House had once been. The Bondi Road restaurant, far from closing down, has been busy upgrading its interiors and moving to closer to the hub of Bondi Beach.
Prensa Latina
February 7, 2018
Besides, Article 310 reads that Panama will not have an army, the reason why the presence of foreign troops in our territory is not justified, even less troops from the country that attacked us in 1989, according to the press release, which recalled that these exercises violate the Neutrality Treaty, because itÃÂ ...
JCK
February 7, 2018
10, members of the World Jewelry & Diamond Hub, Panama, elected Edi Faltz as the bourse's new president. He replaces Mahesh Khemlani, a former vice minister of finance for the country, who had served in the position since September 2015. The World Jewelry & Diamond Hub, Panama, is LatinÃÂ ...
SBS
February 7, 2018
World Cup Fans: Panama expats confident ahead of tournament debut. Play. Something went ... She has been living in Sydney for 12 years after meeting her husband John whilst working on the construction of a bridge over the Panama Canal. ... Ana and John Marchese plan on attending the World Cup to support Panama.
Golf Channel
February 7, 2018
Web.com Panama champion Scott Langley explains how perseverance that he learned at The First Tee helped his transition from the PGA Tour back to the Web.com Tour. PlaylistTrending. Panama champion Langley on impact of The First TeeFeb 07, 2018 ÷ The First Tee's Nine Healthy Habits helpsà...
