Strikes on gas sites tied to the Iran war have boosted energy costs, pushing up electricity, food and other prices worldwide and creating ripple effects for import-dependent economies.
The U.S. Supreme Court left in place a divided appeals court ruling that bars online journalist Priscilla Villarreal, known as La Gordiloca, from suing police over her arrest related to obtaining nonpublic information.
The Assembly ratified Nicolás Brea as head of the ATTT; his appointment joins Ventura Vega and Jorge Ricardo Fábrega—figures previously investigated in the “Red Devils” case—now serving in senior roles in Mulino’s government.
The trial of former congressman David Rivera has begun over allegations he secretly lobbied for Venezuela during the first Trump administration; reports say Senator Marco Rubio is expected to testify.
Panama’s Bomberos have warned of a rise in fires linked to illegal burnings and urged that any planned burns be done with professional advice and a permit from the Dirección de Medio Ambiente.
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected an appeal from Texas death row inmate Rodney Reed seeking DNA testing on a webbed belt used in the 1996 killing of 19-year-old Stacey Stites; prosecutors had refused the testing.
CSS director Dino Mon says Panama faces a shortage of medical specialists and confirms the first applications from foreign doctors to fill vacancies, signaling international recruitment steps.
The head of the International Energy Agency warned the Iran war is a “major, major threat” to the global economy, highlighting risks to energy markets, trade and inflation.
Transport operators in David have requested a fare review after fuel prices rose, proposing a 50-centavos increase on the route. The proposal awaits review by local authorities and could affect commuters in Chiriquí.
Fundación COCYDON celebrated its 10th anniversary at the Hotel Crowne Plaza and launched the national “10 años Cocinando Esperanza” campaign to raise $50,000 to expand food assistance to vulnerable Panamanians.
An Al Jazeera opinion argues President Trump should “declare victory” in Iran, claiming rapid, forceful action beats prolonged negotiations and carries regional consequences.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Britain is rapidly sending short-range air defence systems to Bahrain, and is doing the same for Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, while working with industry to supply missiles to Gulf partners amid Iranian missile barrages.
IFARHU announced a PASE-U validation day and said it is studying a model that would prevent subsidy funds from being withdrawn in cash to avoid misuse.
ASEP has opened a tender this year to admit a third mobile operator in Panama and launched a microsite offering market data, spectrum details and georeferenced infrastructure maps.
Cuba dominated the Central American Judo Cup held in Panama, asserting regional judo strength as teams prepare for a championship scheduled in Panama on April 18.
A road in Burunga will close starting March 30, 2026 as part of works by the Programa Saneamiento de Panamá; weekday works begin at 7:00 a.m.
Israel is expected to push back after President Donald Trump signalled a de‑escalation with Iran, a shift that could alter Israeli security planning and regional dynamics.
An op-ed by Tony Napolitano spotlights the Panama Canal as a strategic chokepoint the U.S. could view as leverage in competition with China, raising implications for Panama’s position in global trade and geopolitics.
Panama’s Fire Corps attended 466 emergencies in 72 hours, including 72 vegetation fires, along with traffic, garbage, vehicle and structural fires. The incidents highlight sustained pressure on emergency services.
Commuters in La Chorrera faced long lines Monday amid reports of a bus fare increase; transport operators in Panama Oeste have denied any rise in fares.