Uncontrolled burns in Coclé damaged onion, pepper, and tomato fields, including irrigation pipes needed to keep crops producing. Farmers now face added costs to replace the systems and continue planting.
Panama’s Cabinet approved a $4.3 million contract with Alstom Panamá to maintain Metro Line 2 for six months. The work comes as daily ridership has recently risen to 380,000 users.
An older adult died in Ngäbe Buglé after an africanized bee attack, as the province faces more than 400 bee-related emergencies and at least 10 attacks in 2026. The case highlights growing safety concerns in the region.
Albrook terminal in Panama City is preparing for a surge in Semana Santa travel, with passenger numbers expected to top last year’s 280,000. The holiday week is set to bring heavy movement toward the interior of the country.
Panama has installed a Technical Cannabis Council to help regulate medicinal cannabis and organize access to treatment. The move strengthens the country’s medical oversight framework for cannabis-based therapies.
Indonesian authorities arrested Scottish national Steven Lyons in Bali after an Interpol red notice triggered an airport alert. The case highlights the growing reach of cross-border policing against organized crime.
Morocco turned in a strong performance against Paraguay in a World Cup 2026 warm-up match. The friendly is part of the buildup to the tournament in Mexico, the United States and Canada.
Panama’s National Assembly has advanced a bill that would make E10 fuel mandatory for 91- and 95-octane gasoline, with local bioethanol prioritized over imports. The proposal aims to support rural production and energy independence, but drivers may see efficiency and maintenance concerns.
Panama Canal traffic is rising as conflict in the Middle East and a blockade threat near the Strait of Hormuz push shippers toward safer routes. The trend highlights Panama’s continuing importance in global trade.
Artificial intelligence is being used in Hong Kong to help preserve Cantonese as Mandarin’s dominance and declining youth fluency put the language at risk. The effort could offer a model for protecting other regional and endangered languages.
Protesters are demanding that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer do more than condemn Israel’s proposed death penalty law for Palestinians. The controversy has renewed debate over discrimination, human rights, and Western diplomatic pressure on Israel.
Panama’s government is cutting fuel use and foreign travel while encouraging telework in the private sector as part of a fiscal savings plan. Officials say the goal is to protect essential services and support vulnerable communities.
A US federal judge has temporarily stopped construction of a proposed $400 million White House ballroom, saying the project needs congressional authorization first.
IDAAN met with the contractor delivering new pumps for the Chilibre water treatment plant, an upgrade intended to strengthen water service in the Panama metro area. The move underscores the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure for reliable supply.
A Russian An-26 military transport plane crashed in Crimea, killing all 29 people on board. Russian authorities said a technical malfunction may have caused the disaster.
A former Hong Kong trade office manager in London has denied accusations that he spied on activists and UK politicians for China. The case has intensified scrutiny of Hong Kong’s overseas offices and alleged transnational repression.
Panama defeated South Africa 2-1 in an international friendly, gaining a useful confidence boost ahead of future tests. South Africa’s Mbekezeli Mbokazi scored a highlight-reel goal, but the team still has work to do before the World Cup.
Trump said the war on Iran could end within two to three weeks as he urged allies to secure their own oil supplies amid rising US petrol prices. The remarks highlight the growing link between Middle East conflict and global energy markets.
Redistricting has created a deep-blue congressional district in Salt Lake City, giving Utah Democrats a rare chance to run openly as progressives. The shift could reshape both the state’s politics and the balance of power in the U.S. House.
DR Congo beat Jamaica 1-0 in extra time in Mexico to claim the penultimate open World Cup spot. The victory sends the team into Group K alongside Portugal, Uzbekistan and Colombia.