Residents of Chitré in Panama’s Azuero region say they remain without reliable municipal water and are using wells, expressing frustration with how the shortage has been managed.
Aeronaval units in Panamá Oeste seized 20 packages of presumed illicit substances inside a container aboard a merchant ship; the cargo was traced from Pisco, Peru, through Panama to Rotterdam.
Panama’s Cabinet approved a B/.43.74 million supplementary credit to MIDA for projects to strengthen national grain production, price-compensation programs under Law 107, and payment of expired commitments.
Virgin Voyages published visuals of its cruise ship Brilliant Lady transiting the Panama Canal, highlighting the canal crossing as a travel draw and marketing moment for Panama.
MEDUCA’s 2026 school calendar sets the first trimester to end on May 29, 2026. Parents and schools should check official MEDUCA and local school notices for details and next steps.
The Tico Times reports Panama will begin resettlements for the Indio River reservoir next year (2027), a move that advances the project’s implementation and raises questions about compensation, timelines and community consultation.
Imhpa says neutral climate conditions will persist in Panama through May, ahead of the expected start of the rainy season.
The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade the “gravest crime against humanity,” with 123 nations in favor and three opposed, including the US and Israel.
Panama hoteliers oppose a proposed $10 transit fee at Tocumen International Airport, warning it will hurt tourism and the country’s competitiveness as a regional travel hub.
BNamericas reports Panama has launched a push to attract a new mobile operator via a public tender and accompanying regulatory reforms aimed at boosting competition and investment.
Iran rejected a U.S. ceasefire proposal and launched strikes on Israel and Gulf states, including a hit on a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, as Israel and the U.S. increased military actions in the region.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned the conflict in the Middle East is “out of control,” signalling deep UN concern about escalating violence and humanitarian risks.
Copa Airlines and ALAS celebrated the graduation of 42 pilots trained at the Academia Latinoamericana Superior de Aviación through an alliance aimed at strengthening Panama’s aviation talent pipeline.
ACODECO has alerted consumers about a possible defect in some ovens’ baking burners and is advising Panamanians to check appliance serial numbers and contact vendors or the agency for guidance.
PPC announced it has expanded its claims in an international arbitration case against the Republic of Panama, Nex Panama reports. The report offered no further details.
Panama will play two friendly matches against South Africa on March 27 and 31, 2026, with live broadcasts on TVN, TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.
Meta has expressed disagreement with a court verdict related to social media addiction, while the plaintiff’s lawyers called the decision historic for children and families.
A PBS poll finds most Americans say the U.S. war against Iran has gone too far, even as President Trump’s approval rating holds steady — a development that could become a political liability for Republicans.
Iran’s state television has listed five conditions it says must be met before it will agree to end the war, a public stance that could shape regional negotiations and diplomatic efforts.
The White House confirmed the Xi-Trump summit will be held in Beijing on May 14-15, ending weeks of speculation; Beijing has not yet commented on the dates.
