The article is a personal tribute to Ramon Castellanos, a prominent figure in Panama's political and journalistic landscape, who recently passed away. The author recounts their friendship, Castellanos' career as a lawyer and journalist, and his involvement in significant historical events, such as the assassination of President Remon and the military repression of the 1970s. Castellanos' funeral details are provided, and the piece concludes with a farewell and a reflection on death.

Federico Valverde, a prominent midfielder for Real Madrid, disclosed that he could have joined Arsenal before his tenure with the Spanish club. During a press conference, Valverde shared that he was on trial with Arsenal, but the opportunity to join the team was not taken by then-manager Arsene Wenger. Consequently, Valverde was signed by Real Madrid to play in their academy. He also expressed his gratitude towards Alexis Sanchez, who was at Arsenal at the time and is currently with Inter Milan, for the support he received as a young player.

Fifty-seven years ago, the greatest mystery in world aviation occurred when the last communication from a missing aircraft was over the province of Bocas del Toro. On November 3, 1965, two Argentine Air Force DC-4 planes, TC-48 and T-43, took off from the old Howard airport in the former Panama Canal Zone. The TC-48, carrying aviation school cadets, reported engine fires and subsequent failure before communication was lost. Despite various investigations and theories, including an impact at sea or in the Talamanca mountains of Costa Rica, the aircraft remains undiscovered. Witnesses and the U.S. Air Force suggest it crashed into the sea. The incident is not widely known in Panama, possibly overshadowed by national festivities and limited media coverage at the time.

Manchester United secured a 2-0 victory over Burnley, easing the pressure on their manager Jose Mourinho. Romelu Lukaku was the standout player, scoring both goals for United. The match saw a missed penalty by Paul Pogba and a red card for Marcus Rashford after a clash with Phil Bardsley. Despite these incidents, United maintained control and could have won by a larger margin. The article provides player ratings for both teams, highlighting the performances of individuals such as Lukaku, Luke Shaw, and Joe Hart.

The article reflects on the personal impact of the character America Chavez from Marvel comics on the author. America Chavez is a queer, Latinx Super Hero who resonates with the author due to shared identity and representation. The author admires America's complexity and dedication to fighting for what is right, despite the challenges. The article highlights a specific moment from the Marvel NOW! Point One (2012) #1 anthology where America Chavez's character shines through during an encounter with Kid Loki. The author's connection to America is rooted in seeing a Super Hero who not only looks like them but also shares similar cultural and sexual identity, making her heroism more relatable and inspiring.

Lionel Messi, the Barcelona football star, is featured in a new promotional video for Expo 2020. The video, which is 60 seconds long, showcases Messi and others demonstrating the power of football to connect people across different regions including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, India, the UK, and Kenya. Messi emphasizes the importance of teamwork and collaboration in football and humanity for a better future. Additionally, as part of the campaign, Expo 2020 is donating 2,020 footballs to children in Jordan, Kenya, and the Philippines, with a total of 6,060 balls being distributed.

The author addresses Pope Francis, recalling the 50th anniversary of the kidnapping, torture, and execution of Colombian priest Héctor Gallego in Panama during the dictatorship of Omar Torrijos. The author expresses disappointment that the Catholic Church, the Panamanian government, and the Colombian government have remained silent on the matter and have not organized any commemoration. The author also discusses past efforts to find Gallego, including contacting former Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos and the Colombian ambassador to Panama, Eduardo Burgos. The text suggests that Manuel Antonio Noriega may hold secrets to Gallego's disappearance, referencing a letter from Melbourne Walker to Father Fernando Guardia that implicates the Panamanian military. The author urges Pope Francis to remember Gallego and to declare him a martyr and saint of the Catholic Church.

The article discusses Chelsea Football Club's decision to appoint Mauricio Pochettino as their new head coach. It highlights Pochettino's previous experience in the Premier League, particularly with Tottenham Hotspur, and argues that he is the right choice for the club. The blog provides an analysis of how Pochettino's managerial skills could lead to success for Chelsea, known as the Blues, and suggests that his hiring was an unexpected but strategic move.

The Copa América quarterfinal between Chile and Colombia is set to be a highlight of the tournament, with Chile as the two-time defending champion and Colombia having won all its group-stage matches. Key players like Chile's Alexis Sánchez and Eduardo Vargas will face off against Colombia's James Rodríguez and Radamel Falcao. Both teams have rested key players in their last group matches, and the game is seen as an anticipated final by Colombia's coach Carlos Queiroz. Chile has a strong record against Colombia in the Copa América, and the match is expected to be challenging for both sides. The article also notes that Chile's Sánchez has been performing well despite a poor season with Manchester United, and Vargas is close to becoming the tournament's leading scorer among active players.

Mohamed Salah, currently playing for Liverpool, has dismissed rumors linking him to a move to Real Madrid. Despite Real Madrid's reported interest due to their poor domestic performance and Barcelona's recent acquisition of Philippe Coutinho from Liverpool, Salah has expressed his contentment and commitment to Liverpool. He has been in excellent form since his transfer from Roma, scoring 23 goals in various competitions. Salah, who recently won the African Player of the Year award, aims to be remembered as the greatest player from Egypt. He has recovered from a groin injury and is back in training ahead of Liverpool's upcoming match against Manchester City.