A National Assembly commission inspected tributaries of the Pacora River after community complaints, finding waste, stagnant pits from pig farms and multiple contamination points that threaten water for nearly 400,000 residents in Panamá Este.
After a landmark five-timer at Happy Valley, trainer Mark Newnham looks to Invincible Ibis to convert last year’s narrow miss into Hong Kong Derby glory in the city’s premier 2,000m race.
Newsroom Panama invited readers on March 21, 2026 to submit lighthearted “funnies” to PanamaNewsroom@gmail.com for its “Your Morning Smile” feature, encouraging community participation.
Actors known from Downton Abbey and Game of Thrones will appear in Cold War 1994, a new Hong Kong political thriller linked to the 2012 hit Cold War and produced by Bill Kong.
GhanaWeb reports Panama’s coach expects South Africa to play like Ghana. The comment highlights scouting and tactical preparation but the original report gave no further detail.
A National Assembly proposal to bar the Public Prosecutor from appealing acquittals has raised constitutional and due-process concerns, with critics saying it would block judicial review and undermine the rule of law in Panama.
Uzma Naveed, a 37-year-old Pakistani refugee in Hong Kong, was named a finalist in the national impact category of the 2026 Women Changing the World Awards in Paris; she described the recognition as bringing “mixed feelings.”
An opinion piece in La Prensa says Panama is failing children in state care, citing documented abuse since 2021, exploitation networks in regions like Bocas del Toro, and weak institutional responses. It urges systemic reform and adherence to international recommendations.
Hong Kong street artist Lousy has been placing surreal, satirical drawings across the city — from a ‘kiss face’ on Peel Street to hieroglyph-like motifs that stop passersby with a knowing wink.
Hong Kong is seeking to use clearer crypto rules to attract firms and talent after some left for regulators like Dubai’s VARA; success will depend on the speed and substance of its reforms.
Millions observed Nowruz 2026, the ancient Persian New Year, even as conflict persists in parts of the Middle East. The celebrations highlighted cultural resilience amid regional unrest.
An aid flotilla has set sail from Mexico to Cuba amid reports of tightening U.S. restrictions on fuel shipments, highlighting humanitarian strains and possible diplomatic friction.
Malaysia’s recent crackdowns on LGBTQ-related activities reflect a political strategy to balance conservative signaling with limits on reform, rather than simple backsliding.
At its annual two sessions, China emphasized stability amid global turmoil; Foreign Minister Wang Yi used a March 8 press briefing to outline Beijing’s diplomatic posture.
Former Electoral Tribunal magistrate Guillermo Márquez Amado warned that proposed reforms to Panama’s Electoral Code could be unconstitutional and unfairly hinder independent candidates.
Telemetro reports that rising fuel prices are likely to raise supply-chain costs and squeeze margins for Panamanian producers, with possible impacts on prices, production and competitiveness.
Jet fuel costs have surged after strikes on Iran, prompting Chinese carriers and others to raise fares. Industry warnings say global airfares could climb 8–9% if the energy shock persists.
A La Prensa opinion piece questions how INEC classifies informality and unemployment in Panama, arguing for clearer labour categories and simpler social security enrollment for informal workers.
Captive-bred Panamanian golden frogs have been released back into the wild in central Panama under the Panama Amphibian Rescue and Conservation Project, as efforts continue to combat chytridiomycosis.
The International Holy Week (Semana Santa Internacional) in Casco Antiguo is promoting religious tourism in Panama, with organizers expecting an increase in visitors this year.