Drivers in Panama’s Chiriquí province say selectivo and colectivo fares have not been updated in over 10 years and are discussing a possible fare increase, raising questions about service viability and the regulatory process.
Panama’s Instituto de Mercadeo Agropecuario began collecting 10,000 quintales of onions from producers in the Azuero region on March 23, 2026, with deliveries progressing after the purchase.
An Air Canada aircraft crashed at LaGuardia Airport, killing the pilot and co-pilot and sending 41 passengers and two firefighters to hospital, Al Jazeera reported.
Reporters toured Metrobus stops and Metro de Panamá stations after MiBus implemented changes to assess passenger movement in Panama City and what commuters may face.
Acodeco fined the promoter of Snowland Panamá $15,000 for misleading advertising and has recovered $4,548.57 for affected consumers; four complaints remain open.
Tehran residents told Al Jazeera they distrust Donald Trump’s approach to war and diplomacy, reflecting broader skepticism rooted in recent US–Iran tensions.
A man was killed outside a restaurant in Colón and arrived at Hospital Manuel Amador Guerrero without vital signs; media say it is the second killing in under 24 hours.
Transportistas en David, Chiriquí, pidieron un aumento de tarifas por el alza del combustible; queda pendiente la respuesta de las autoridades y el impacto en usuarios.
PAHO reported that Panama convened key stakeholders on March 23, 2026, to advance prevention and control of respiratory viruses with epidemic and pandemic potential, aiming to strengthen national preparedness.
A man was shot inside a restaurant in Colón province and died while being taken to a hospital, according to Telemetro. Authorities have not released further details.
Panamanian deputies will debate a bill proposing sanctions for former officials who abandon public works, prompting discussion on accountability and project continuity.
Meduca will rent a temporary educational center for students of Colegio Elena Chávez de Pínate to avoid class interruptions and ensure adequate conditions, the ministry said.
Education Minister Lucy Molinar said the contractor for the IPT Fernando de Lesseps has set a delivery date, marking a move toward project completion though no exact date was provided.
Panamanian kart driver Axel Gómez Jr. finished 14th in the prefinal of the WSK Master Series Mini Kart category in his international debut among 32 top drivers, and will next compete at the SKUSA Pro Tour in Arizona.
ACODECO recovered $4,000 in the Snowland case after an ex officio investigation that verified advertising claims, resulting in consumer restitution.
Panama’s Foreign Ministry issued an official communiqué expressing condolences and solidarity with Colombia and the victims’ families after a military plane crash, TVN 2 reports.
A Colombian Air Force transport plane with 114 passengers and 11 crew crashed shortly after takeoff; authorities have launched an investigation into the cause.
Several Panama internationals based in Europe arrive for the March 2026 FIFA window carrying recent minutes and form, boosting options ahead of friendlies in South Africa and the World Cup.
A new EIN Presswire feature, “Kuna Yala: See, smile, remember,” offers a reflective look at Panama’s coastal and jungle communities, linking personal memories with national history.
A jet collided with a fire truck at New York’s LaGuardia Airport; photos show the plane’s nose crushed and the fire truck on its side. The images highlight safety and operational concerns for the busy airport.