Birth of a Notion: Implicit Social Cognition and the "Birther" Movement Oct 7, 2009
Little surprise, then, that in a study done during the 2008 election campaign, Devos found that John Mc-Cain (who, ironically, was born in Panama, albeit at a U.S. naval base) was seen as more American than Obama. But even British ex prime minister Tony Blair was seen as more American than Obama, a finding that nearly made me spit out me bangers n mash. (Scientific American)
Lamppost saves lives in tsunami Oct 2, 2009
We spent time in the Bahamas and the USA before we left for the Panama Canal in early June, 2009. Anastasia went home to stay with family in June and we were joined by another friend for the final leg of our trip. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
A tragic reminder of wars ultimate reality Oct 2, 2009
I had friends at the Panama airport, I had friends at the Grenada Governors house. I lost an entire boat crew except for me in a sudden explosive ambush. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Voice: Czars, Hitler and socialists Oct 1, 2009
countingman wrote on Sep 29, 2009 5:04 PM:" Republican presidential nominee Senator John McCain was NOT born in this country. He was born in Panama. That's a fact. Look it up.What do those foaming-at-the-mouth "birthers" have to say about that?Nothing. Nada. Never a word."Birthers" are nothing more than hypocrites and/or quite possibly racists who just cannot accept that fact that a black man has risen on his own merits to the highest office in the land. ". drussel wrote on Sep 29, 2009 4:32... (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Democrat compares health care to the Holocaust... Oct 1, 2009
In 1905, Norway seceded from Sweden, Panama seceded from Columbia (1903), and West Virginia from Virginia (1863). Nonetheless, violent secession can lead to great friendships. (The Drudge Report)
Market Forecaster Oct 1, 2009
Increases were reported for Mexico (59,600 MT), Taiwan (54,300 MT), the Philippines (48,800 MT), Panama (45,200 MT, including 2,000 MT switched from Guatemala), Italy (38,500 MT), unknown destinations (34,700 MT), Nigeria (32,500 MT), and Japan (30,400 MT). Decreases were reported for Bolivia (9,400 MT) and Guatemala (2,000 MT). (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Three candidates hope to be Harlan's mayor Sep 30, 2009
Defiance Mayor: Nobody running Council: Mary Ann Anastasi, Robert McConnell and George Rewerts (vote for 3) Earling Mayor: Randy Heese Council: Connie Andersen, Jackie Frum, Janice A. Gaul, Kelly Mahlberg, Gail Schwarte and Kelly S. Schwarte (vote for 3) Elk Horn Mayor: Not on ballot this year Council: Paul K. Hansen (vote for 2) Hotel/Motel Tax: increase the hotel/motel tax from five to seven percent Kirkman Mayor: Ron Heese Council: Nobody running (vote for 2) Irwin Mayor: Randy Rademaker... (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Honduran Businessmen Propose End to Coup Sep 30, 2009
He said the peacekeepers could come from conservative-led nations like Colombia, Panama or Canada. He said Tuesday the plan could include U.N. peacekeepers. (CBS News)
The world according to Gaddafi Sep 25, 2009
"Sixty-five aggressive wars took place without any collective action by the UN to prevent them ... It should not be called the Security Council, it should be called the 'terror council', he said. The veto-wielding Security Council members - the United States, Britain, China, France and Russia - treat smaller countries as "second class, despised" nations, Gaddafi said in his 90-minute speech. Although one of the most long-winded in recent memory, Gaddafi's statement will not find its way into the... (Asia Times Online)
Masek pleads for leniency in sentencing for conspiracy Sep 23, 2009
Still, Masek blamed much of her troubles on her ex-husband Jan, now a businessman in Panama promoting environmentally sensitive development projects. "Many of those who knew Jan and Beverly Masek as a couple describe Mr. Masek as a controlling and abusive husband," Curtner wrote. (Anchorage Daily News)
A Willowy Weakness Sep 23, 2009
And he allows unratified trade agreements with Colombia, South Korea and Panama to languish. Nevertheless, he says he favors free trade. (Townhall.com)
Gilbert Enters Texas Governor's Race Sep 22, 2009
It looks a bit like a portly ET, and officials have no idea what a creature found in Panama is. Warning Graphic. (Click2Houston, TX)
Obama should prove hes a natural born citizen Sep 18, 2009
He was born in the Panama Canal zone. How do you prove your birth. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Barack Obama and free trade: Economic vandalism Sep 18, 2009
Besides these sins of commission sit the sins of omission: the president has done nothing at all to advance the three free-trade packages that are pending in Congress, with Colombia, Panama and South Korea, three solid American allies who deserve much better. And much more serious than that, because it affects the whole world, is his failure to put anything worthwhile on the table to help revive the moribund Doha round of trade talks. (The Economist)
The accused often draw on 'attack twist' Sep 17, 2009
" Reporters demanded and got all his credentials. They were trying to get him bonged because he had been born in Panama. It didn't work. But No one is asking for the same from Obama, except us so called birthers. Why the double standard?There's more, but this will do for now. ". "Very interesting...but not germane to the point." Yes it is. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Obama Tariffs on Chinese Tires Echo Bush, Clinton Prelude to Opening Trade Sep 14, 2009
Agreements with Colombia, Panama and South Korea have been stalled in Congress in part because of Democratic opposition. China strongly opposes Obamas decision to impose tariffs and may refer the case to the World Trade Organization, that countrys Ministry of Commerce said Sept. 12. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Lehman Monday Morning Reveals Lesson Lost With Obama as Regulator-in-Chief Sep 11, 2009
Goldman Sachs also has international reach, with more than 900 subsidiaries in places including the Cayman Islands, Mauritius, Panama and Liberia, according to an SEC filing for the year 2008. Restoring Discipline. (Bloomberg)
Obama in showdown over Chinese tires Sep 10, 2009
South Korea, Colombia and Panama have all signed free-trade agreements awaiting Obama's decision to submit them to congress. These and other trading partners are looking for signs of how they will be treated by this administration. (Asia Times Online)
Three on Harlan City Council, mayor, up for election this year Sep 9, 2009
Panama Mayor: Terry Schwery (two-year term) Council: Jim Keane, George Leuschen, Paul Theulen (four-year terms). Portsmouth Mayor: Jon Schaben (two-year term) Council: Trent Schuning, Craig Rau, William Sondag (four-year terms). (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Caught in a swirl of deceit Sep 5, 2009
Afghanistan was meant to be the good fight and Hamid Karzai the West's best available ally. Both assertions proved wrong. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Study: Florida tied for most undercapitalized banks Sep 4, 2009
Panama City-based : $1. 92 billion in assets. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Japanese red tape targeted Sep 2, 2009
Fossils found in Panama Canal. The Panama Canal undergoes a huge overhaul, proving to be a fertile digging ground for fossil hunters. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Taliban hit American bull's eye with guerilla force Sep 2, 2009
PAUL MCGEOUGH IN AFGHANISTAN. IN CALLING for a retooling of the Afghanistan war effort, Washington's top general in Kabul has underscored a waste of international money and blood over eight years in which a near-defeated Taliban-led insurgency was allowed to regroup as a formidable, asymmetric guerilla force. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
McChrystal Calls for New Afghan Strategy Sep 1, 2009
Problem is, Stanley isn't dealing with Panama or Granada. He's neck deep in Afghanistan. (CBS News -- Politics)
The aftermath of the Kennedy funeral Aug 31, 2009
Can anyone image what the leftwingers and environmentalist kooks of today would have said and done when Teddy Roosevelt declared I took the isthmus and then built the Panama Canal. Or, what the the rightwingers would have said and done when Teddy Roosevelt busted the trust monopolies. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Cheney: CIA Abuse Probe a Political Act Aug 31, 2009
"LOL ;=) by woeisme1 August 30, 2009 1:47 PM EDT I distinctly remember Cheney saying a few months back that he welcomed an investigation. He said it would prove his innoscence. Now that Holder has expressed that he is going to do that, Cheney is suddenly against it???? Typical Republican. Bluffs and lies. That's all they know. by notsouthern August 30, 2009 1:53 PM EDT John McPoorJudgement wants to talk about serious mistakes? John McPOW John McPalin John McStopCampaigning John McRoboCalls John... (CBS News)
Read the story Aug 31, 2009
John McInsane's mother made the biggest mistake of all by not aborting John before he was born in the foreign country of Panama. Who then became. (CBS News -- Evening News)
U.S. to reduce visa services in Honduras... Aug 26, 2009
They included ministers from Argentina, Canada, Costa Rica, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama and the Dominican Republic. Micheletti said his country could survive any economic sanctions imposed over his refusal to allow Zelaya's return. (The Drudge Report)
OAS mission ends without breakthrough Aug 26, 2009
Jose Miguel Insulza (C), secretary general of the Organization of American States (OAS), Panama's First Vice-President and Minister of Foreign Affairs Juan Carlos Varela (L), and Costa Rican Foreign Minister Bruno Stagno attend a meeting in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, Aug. 25, 2009 ... Nevertheless, the mission, which included foreign ministers from Costa Rica, Panama, Mexico, Argentina, Jamaica and Dominican Republic, insisted that San Jose Accord should provide an "immediate, balanced and viable... (Xinhuanet, China)
Iconic Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, 77, Dies Aug 26, 2009
He also fought Reagan over cuts to social programs and, in 1989, Kennedy denounced President George H.W. Bush s incursion into Panama to oust strongman Manuel Noriega. In 1993, Kennedy worked with newly elected President Bill Clinton to gain passage of a bill to allow employees to take time off from their jobs to care for a newborn child or deal with a family illness. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
White House explains Obama 'Wee-weed up' comment... Aug 22, 2009
Besides who runs medicare, who runs the V. A. for our vets, who runs the military, the U.S. Government doctors went to Panama when we were building the canal and found out what the hell was causing malaria. The U. S. gave 400,000,000 million last year to John Hopkins University for medical research. (The Drudge Report)
Usain Bolt Sets Another World Record Aug 21, 2009
Alonso Edward of Panama was second, a distant 0. 62 seconds behind Bolt. (CBS News)
Chariot Resources Advises Shareholders of Unwarranted Proxy Contest Launched by Lundin Dissidents Aug 21, 2009
- Bob Baxter has been engaged in exploration and mine development in the region for over 14 years and in the development of the Molejon Gold Mine in Panama and the Constancia copper project in Peru. He previously lived in Peru for 11 years. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Ben Stiller: A Smithsonian Star Aug 20, 2009
The film also highlights research and conservation efforts at the National Zoo and the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama. This summer's "Night at the Museum" is a sequel to a 2006 film. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Claudette Threatens Florida Panhandle Aug 17, 2009
In Panama City, the Bay County Emergency Operations Center opened a shelter at a local high school for residents of low-lying areas and people with special needs. A tropical storm warning covers most of the Panhandle, from the Alabama state line to the Suwanee River more than 300 miles to the east. (CBS News)
Shouting overcomes reason in government Aug 17, 2009
to bornagain wrote on Aug 16, 2009 12:04 AM:" You just demonstrated your lack of knowledge. McCain was born on a naval base in Panama and his birth certificate/eligibility to be President WAS questioned. At which point he happily handed it over and killed the issue. I guess such an easy move was too much to ask for the other camp, though. Best we got was a doctored image on a stupid web-site. ". bornagainamerican wrote on Aug 14, 2009 10:50 PM:" Mr. Carney, thank you for being courageous by... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
U.S.-Swiss Tax Deal Throws Scare into Rich Aug 16, 2009
Levin's initial list of 34 countries and other jurisdictions would include Switzerland, the Cayman Islands, Bermuda, the Bahamas, Hong Kong and Panama. "We should have put a clampdown on these tax havens a long time ago," he said in an interview. (CBS News)
Letters to the Editor: On economics Aug 13, 2009
He urged a treaty granting the United States right-of-way across the Panama isthmus, and Texas, Iowa, and Wisconsin joined the union. Polk died three months after leaving office. (The Economist)
What Republicans Can Learn From Andrew Jackson Aug 13, 2009
National-security conservatism, in turn, was fueled by the populist backlash against American defeat in Vietnam, the Iranian hostage crisis, d;tente, and the Panama Canal treaties. Religious conservatism was created by Supreme Court decisions on abortion and school prayer. (The American Conservative)
Latin American Jews contend with spike in anti-Semitism Aug 12, 2009
From La Paz, Bolivia, to Panama City, political expressions have turned increasingly derogatory, with graffiti and banners equating the Israel conflict with Nazism. There have been bomb threats in synagogues throughout the region. (Christian Science Monitor)
Iranian Police Chief Admits Prisoner Abuse Aug 10, 2009
How do you say Iran's act is unacceptable, without saying the same thing about the US' act in Iraq, Afghanistan, Panama, Grenada, or Vietnam. Sort of makes us look pretty deficient re morality, and not qualified to even comment on what Iran does for, or to its' own. (CBS News -- World)
Colombian guilty of pyramid scam Aug 7, 2009
Murcia Guzman was extradited from Panama to Colombia last November to face accusations that his business was a pyramid scheme that amassed millions of dollars and duped at least 200,000 Colombians out of their life savings. The demise of DMG provoked protests both by those angry at the loss of their money but also by investors who insisted that the company was legitimate and that the government had forced its collapse. (BBC News -- Americas)
Russian Subs Patrolling off East Coast Aug 5, 2009
Russia, meanwhile, conducted naval exercises with Venezuela last year in the Caribbean and sent one of its warships through the Panama Canal for the first time since World War II. The exercises with Venezuela were the first deployment of Russian ships to the Western Hemisphere since the Cold War. Officials said they became aware of the most recent submarine activity off the East Coast early on through intelligence sources and were not notified by Moscow in advance of the patrols. (CBS News)
Birthers and Nationalism Aug 4, 2009
If the President were McCain, who was born in the Panama Canal Zone and whose status is therefore very slightly more ambiguous than Obama s, this movement would not exist. The same people leading the charge today would probably be shouting down anyone who had the temerity to raise questions about McCain s citizenship. (The American Conservative)
7 Countries That Are Furious with Obama Aug 1, 2009
Not only has the Obama administration teased the Panamanians with intimations of FTA passage that were later retracted, it has annoyed them with a never-ending series of requests to remove obstacles to the already-signed accord ... While the Obama team has at least hinted that the Panama FTA may be passed soon, there have been no such suggestions about the FTA with Korea ... While the Obama team has at least hinted that the Panama FTA may be passed soon, there have been no such suggestions about... (Slate)
ARCHIVE: Panama elects supermarket magnate president Jul 31, 2009
Panama elects supermarket magnate president - USATODAY.com ... Panama elects supermarket magnate president ... PANAMA CITY (AP) Conservative supermarket magnate Ricardo Martinelli won Panama's presidential elections in a landslide Sunday, taking office as the Central American nation carries out an ambitious project to expand the Panama Canal. (USA Today)
U.S.-Panama trade deal may test Obama goals Jul 31, 2009
The Manzanillo International Terminal on Panama's Atlantic coast has seen dramatic growth in the past decade. By David J. Lynch, USA TODAY PANAMA CITY The month-old government here is expected to announce as soon as next week the first steps toward breaking with decades of banking secrecy that have drawn both tax-allergic customers and global rebukes ... Panamanian officials insist that their limited financial unveiling is motivated solely by a desire to retool the economy for the post-financial... (USA Today -- Money)
Gates: Iraq Withdrawal Could Speed Up Jul 30, 2009
Panama, Haiti, Afghanistan (not one leader, but a group), Serbia. by hungry1968-16 July 29, 2009 1:06 PM EDT. (CBS News -- World)
Military signals softening in Honduras crisis Jul 27, 2009
Mr. Arias, a Nobel Peace laureate, has been attempting to find a solution to the political crisis, considered the worst in Central America since the US invasion of Panama in 1989. But the interim government has refused to budge on one key issue: allowing Zelaya to be reinstated as president, a point that most countries in the world back as the only way to bring back constitutional order. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Honduras crisis: Critics from both sides slam US Jul 21, 2009
The US denounced the ouster, joined the Organization of American States (OAS) in its condemnation, and put all its weight behind Costa Rican President Oscar Arias as the lead negotiator in Central America's worst political conflict since the US invasion of Panama in 1989. Now, with frustration growing on both sides as a resolution seems farther out of reach, that backseat role is being increasingly questioned. (Christian Science Monitor)
Fujimori Gets 7 1/2 Years for Embezzlement Jul 21, 2009
The court ruled that the money was handed over to Montesinos, who moved it to foreign bank accounts and fled for Panama. Prosecutors dispute Fujimori's claim that he found $15 million in Montesinos' intelligence agency 41 days after the illegal payoff and have called for a separate investigation. (Time.com)
Fujimori sentenced for embezzlement Jul 21, 2009
The court ruled the money was handed over to Montesinos, who moved it to foreign bank accounts and fled for Panama. Montesinos is now serving a 20-year term for bribing lawmakers and businessmen and selling weapons to Colombian rebels. (MSNBC -- International)
Paraguay Pushes `Imperialist' Brazil to Pay More for Hydroelectric Power Jul 20, 2009
Its our Panama Canal, said , a former ambassador to the U.S. and president of the Sao Paulo Industrial Federations foreign trade council. Its a natural target for claims that Brazil is an imperial power. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Winter Park, Florida Police Officers Join Teamsters Jul 17, 2009
Monroe County Corrections officers and Panama City police officers also recently voted to join the Teamsters. Mike Stapleton, President of Local 385, said there has been a lot of word of mouth in Florida about the increasing number of police departments joining the Teamsters. (PR Newswire)
Market Forecaster Jul 14, 2009
Decreases were reported for Jamaica (2,200 MT), Panama (1,300 MT), Barbados (1,200 MT), and Iran (1,100 MT). With a little more than a month into the start of a new marketing year, wheat sales are well behind last year s pace, which was poor also. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Zelaya Steps Up Pressure on U.S. to Help Him Return to Power in Honduras Jul 12, 2009
Since being deposed, Zelaya has traveled to countries including the U.S., El Salvador, Nicaragua, Panama and the Dominican Republic to drum up support for his return. Micheletti and Zelaya met separately in private with Arias in Costa Rica on July 9 on condition they wouldnt have to meet each other face-to-face. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
A soldier's duty Jul 10, 2009
com - Serving Cameron, MO. Click on our mycameronnews. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Groups to protest Taiwan president's isle visit Jul 5, 2009
He is staying at the Kahala Hotel on an overnight stopover on his way back to Taiwan from a trip to Nicaragua and Panama ... He is staying at the Kahala Hotel on an overnight stopover on his way back to Taiwan from a trip to Nicaragua and Panama. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Papers reflect on tower block blaze Jul 5, 2009
It says a young girl found alive after being kidnapped in Panama six years ago has given hope to Madeleine's parents. Family picture. (BBC News -- UK)
* Taiwan will not open median line: Ma Jul 4, 2009
Its about national security, Ma said on Thursday in Panama City at a gathering with Taiwanese reporters during his trip to Central America. Ma made the remarks in response to a call by Wang Yi () the director of Chinas Taiwan Affairs Office, that Taiwan open the median line because of increasing numbers of direct cross-strait flights. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Coup leaders give ground with talk of early election Jul 4, 2009
Mr Zelaya said in Panama that some personalities would join him when he returned but he did not mention a return date. Agence France-Presse. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Honduran interim gov't open to early election Jul 3, 2009
TEGUCIGALPA\PANAMA CITY, July 2 (Xinhua) -- The Honduran interim government Thursday said it was open to an early election to resolve the country's political crisis, while ousted Honduran President Manuel Zelaya insisted he had no fear of returning home ... In Panama City, where Zelaya had a short stay for attending the inauguration ceremony of Panamanian President Ricardo Martinelli before going to El Salvador, the ousted leader indicated that he may forgive the coup participants and was... (Xinhuanet, China)
Coup? What coup? Jul 3, 2009
Go into any shopping mall from San Salvador to Panama City and you will see tie-dye T-shirts and flower-print trousers, even sunglasses of the type last seen on Jackie Onassis. And this week, it seemed another vogue from that decade, the military coup, was back. (BBC News)
Honduras to meet OAS but tells Zelaya 'don't come' Jul 3, 2009
The new Honduran administration has so far rebuffed any attempt to bring back Zelaya, who was ousted in a dawn coup in a dispute over presidential term limits that has become Central America's biggest political crisis since the U.S. invasion of Panama in 1989 ... (Additional reporting by Patrick Markey, Gustavo Palencia and Anahi Rama in Tegucigalpa; Sharief Khan in Guyana and Sean Mattson in Panama City). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Classic bout his legacy Jul 2, 2009
More intrigue remains over a mysterious bottle - possibly containing peppermint schnapps - given to Pryor between rounds by trainer Panama Lewis, now of West Palm Beach. Finally, there was a stirring rally by Pryor culminating in 23 consecutive punches to leave Mr. Arguello unconscious for a few minutes. (The Palm Beach Post)
