Reports say Iran forward Sardar Azmoun has been expelled from the national team after an Instagram photo with Dubai’s ruler; Iranian authorities have not issued a formal statement.
Rising fuel and freight costs are driving up food production and import expenses in Panama, hitting items like garlic and raising concerns among farmers about squeezed margins and future price increases.
China has increased port inspections of Panamanian-flagged vessels after a Panamanian court voided contracts for two Canal ports run by HK-based CK Hutchison; Tokyo MOU data show a sharp rise in detentions this March.
A La Prensa opinion piece spotlights Chiriquí’s regional pride and agricultural resilience, arguing that the province’s identity and hard work are central to its development.
In 1852 Ulysses S. Grant led troops across the Isthmus of Panama, surviving a deadly cholera outbreak; his experience later influenced U.S. interest in an interoceanic canal and left his name on Fort Grant.
Meduca is using extended contracts and leftover nutritional products to sustain parts of Panama’s school snack program while three major tenders—totaling over $29.6M—are evaluated.
The Panama Canal Authority is finalizing housing designs and begins land and home appraisals in April for the Río Indio reservoir resettlement, covering about 500 families with $400M in social and environmental measures.
Canal Bank has named veteran banker Gina de Sáenz as General Manager to lead a governance and growth-focused strategy, backed by US$45 million in 2025 capital contributions.
Hosts Australia meet Japan in the Women’s Asian Cup final for the third time, with team news and starting lineups under close scrutiny as Australia aim to turn the tables.
Newsroom Panama published a brief post titled “Your Morning Smile,” asking readers to send humorous submissions to PanamaNewsroom@gmail.com to contribute to the site’s lighthearted feature.
Coach Broos has named Zwane in his final Bafana squad for two home World Cup warm-up friendlies against Panama at Moses Mabhida, a selection Broos defended publicly.
Hugo Broos has named Zwane in his final Bafana Bafana squad for two home friendlies against Panama at Moses Mabhida, matches described as World Cup warm-ups, SABC Sport reports.
The National Assembly debated a bill to reform the Judicial Code and modernize Panama’s notarial system on March 20, 2026; heated exchanges led to the session being suspended.
Repairs to the andas in Casco Antiguo have begun ahead of Semana Santa Internacional 2026. The Comité de Amigos de las Iglesias says first rehearsals are set for March 22.
Medcom signed an agreement to provide coverage for the 14th Panama International Film Festival, which will feature seven Panamanian productions and boost visibility for the country’s film industry.
Telemetro reports that Panama’s credit delinquency improved in 2026, but total indebtedness remains high at $41 billion, highlighting ongoing financial vulnerabilities.
Meta announced parental administration options for WhatsApp accounts, allowing parents to manage interactions and profiles; psychologists have reacted positively. The move could affect digital parenting practices in Panama.
Panama’s national commission held its first meeting of the year, emphasizing efforts to promote family values and good customs at home and signaling possible future initiatives.
Experts warn that continued conflict in the Middle East could push crude oil to record levels; Panama has already seen a 20% jump in 95-octane gasoline and nearly 30% rise in diesel over the past month.
Panama has rejected Hutchison’s claim that a deadline was missed in an arbitration over port matters, with both sides contesting procedural issues as the dispute continues.