Panama should be certifying gems by year’s end as it continues in its quest to become the diamond capital of Latin America. Representatives of the International Gemological Institute said on Tuesday that they are committed to the prompt installation of the Panama Diamond Exchange and the development of a free zone for the expansion...
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Hiroko Ramon Lay Castillo, age 38, was arrested on Friday in Juan Diaz, accused of attacking five women and one minor. According to the National Police, Lay drove a yellow car, posing as a taxi driver while making the rounds of Panama City’s universities to pick up female fares. He would then drive his...
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Pacific beach hotel clients are complaining about the flies, smoke and foul odors proceeding from the Rio Hato landfill in Panama’s Cocle Province. Although the Ministry of Health ordered the closing and relocation of the dump site a year ago, area hoteliers say the situation is worse than ever. The site has been a...
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