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Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino has rejected China's threat to make the Central American country pay a heavy price after a Hong Kong company was evicted from two ports on the strategic Panama Canal amid pressure from United States President Donald Trump. Writing on social media on Wednesday, President Mulino said he strongly rejected the Chinese government's threat against his country, which followed after Panama's Supreme Court invalidated a contract that had allowed the Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison to operate two ports on the canal.

On January 3, Panama woke up with the strange sensation of looking in a mirror. During the early hours of the morning while the world tried to process the details about the capture of Nicolas Maduro, as a result of a U.S. military operation the country that is home to the Panama Canal once again delved into a wound that, 36 years later, remains open: the 1989 U.S. invasion.

"Those were good minutes, I'm taking it one step at a time and now I'll continue to grow," Gutierrez said.

More than 1,200 U.S. citizens expatriated in the first quarter of 2025 alone - a 102% increase compared to the same period a year ago, according to recent research. This surge reveals something remarkable: Americans aren't just dreaming about starting fresh somewhere else, they're actually making it happen. The numbers tell the story of people seeking new adventures, a better quality of life, and sometimes simply a fresh perspective on what home can mean.

Xunami Muse has officially moved out of the United States, repatriating to her home country of Panama. Known for discussing her DACA experience, she placed ninth on season 16.

Mexico's track record as the defending champion and their strong performance against Saudi Arabia positions them as favorites to advance in the 2025 Gold Cup.

During a recent business dinner in Panama, guests were encouraged to store their mobile phones in locked bags, promoting a phone-free experience. This approach resonated well with older attendees, while younger guests displayed significant cravings for their devices once the dinner ended.

"These were the first migrants Donald Trump sent away in a third-country deportation agreement. Some had intended to apply for asylum in the United States..."

Nando, our guide, stopped at an overgrown spot in the forest that to me looked like any other. Above, Nando calls out to a streak-chested antpitta.

My preconceived notions of all-inclusive resorts included crowded beaches and buffet lines, but the reality was far more luxurious than I had ever imagined.