La Prensa’s Tal Cual reports deputies urged virtual work over fuel costs, Alexandra Brenes presented the Inamu bill, officials were named for leaving money at the Assembly, and PPC expanded arbitration claims beyond $2,000 million.
A La Prensa column criticizes Panama’s revived bioethanol bill, legislative budget increases, President José Raúl Mulino’s public remarks, and MIDES minister Beatriz Carles’s absence amid Senniaf allegations.
The ILO has placed Panama on a list of 24 countries cited for serious breaches of union rights, spotlighting gaps between the country’s international commitments and domestic labour practices and raising concerns about reputation and investment climate.
Analyst Trita Parsi says Iran is unlikely to agree to end the war without meaningful sanctions relief, underscoring sanctions as a central hurdle for diplomacy.
San Miguelito’s municipal government launched a $1.2 million public tender to rehabilitate Brisas del Golf park in Rufina Alfaro, with works including courts, stormwater infrastructure, an administrative building and spaces for older adults.
Thousands marched in Buenos Aires to mark the 50th anniversary of Argentina’s 1976 military coup, a day of national remembrance for victims of the ensuing dictatorship.
Camtur rejected draft bill No. 131 proposing a transit passenger fee at Tocumen, warning it would hurt Panama’s competitiveness as an air hub and impact tourism-linked industries.
A constitutional challenge alleges Law 513’s $450 internship stipend and provisions undermine Panama’s social security, minimum wage and equal-pay protections; the CSJ will decide.
An op‑ed warns that low trust—measured by corruption perception and public confidence—raises Panama’s borrowing and operating costs, filtering out patient investment and inflating prices.
La Prensa warns a draft proposal to charge transit passengers at Tocumen could damage Panama’s aviation hub, risking rerouted flights, lost connectivity and investor uncertainty.
OpenAI has pulled its AI video app Sora amid growing concerns over deepfake videos and is redirecting focus toward potentially more lucrative areas like coding tools.
A Malaysian father says loan sharks have obtained personal details of his family after loans taken by his ex-wife, who he believes owes about RM130,000. He fears for his children’s safety, including a six-month-old.
A CK Hutchison unit says its international arbitration claim against Panama has risen above US$2 billion after Panama cancelled port concessions and PPC accused authorities of seizing property.
New Zealand players say they would be willing to play their June 15 World Cup match against Iran outside the United States after Iran threatened to boycott its fixtures amid the war.
Surgeons using XCath’s telerobotic system performed the first reported remote robotic intervention on a stroke patient in Panama, announced March 19. The milestone highlights potential for telemedicine to expand access to specialist emergency care in the country.
Two West Java villages held a traditional post-Eid face-off using wooden cannons, highlighting the region’s local customs that follow Eid al-Fitr.
TVN reports Panama will play matches at the 2026 World Cup in a stadium fitted with temporary stands, and will provide live coverage across its TV and radio platforms.
Israel’s defence minister said forces will occupy southern Lebanon up to the Litani River, calling it a “security zone” and signalling plans to control nearly a tenth of Lebanon’s territory.
Zoie Yung, programme curator for Art Central 2026, says her favourite Hong Kong dining ranges from Cantonese daa laang and Chiu Chow‑style spots to upscale Japanese restaurants, reflecting the city’s blend of local tradition and international tastes.
Hong Kong hosts Art Basel, Art Central and the 14th Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards for the first time in the city, prompting chef collaborations and a world-record attempt feast that are driving heavy booking demand.