Panamanian infielder Edmundo Sosa is set to play for the Phillies against the Rangers on March 28 at 3:05 p.m., with the game airing on TVMAX and TVN Pass. Also noted: José “Chema” Caballero sent his helmet to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
China says US allegations about Panama ports indicate an “intent to seize” the Panama Canal, citing a legal dispute involving CK Hutchison. The warning raises geopolitical pressure around Panama’s key trade artery.
Mexico’s monarch butterfly population rose 64% this winter, signaling a notable rebound for a species known for its dramatic migration. Conservation efforts protecting overwintering habitat have put the recovery in focus.
Haze has returned to Singapore, with residents reporting worsening fogginess and burning odours they say have intensified over the past year. The renewed episode revives debate over whether ASEAN is treating transboundary smoke as an inevitable cycle rather than a crisis demanding stronger action.
SMIC has unveiled a 2026 action plan to optimize existing resources and pursue new growth opportunities, positioning itself as a key pillar of China’s semiconductor self-sufficiency push. The strategy was released with its 2025 annual report filing.
China accused the U.S. of having “intentions” to seize the Panama Canal. The charge follows U.S. accusations that Beijing was “punishing” Panama after it ousted a Hong Kong-based operator from its ports.
Experts warn Panama may be losing $220–250 million yearly by not implementing the OECD-aligned QDMTT minimum tax, leaving revenue to accrue in other countries.
Sustained US and Israeli strikes have weakened Iran’s military, but Tehran’s remaining long-range missile force appears to be operating more efficiently from hard-to-reach eastern bases. A weekend attack in Israel injured more than 100 people and was likely linked to Khorramshahr missiles targeting Dimona.
The Standard reports, citing the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission, that Chinese authorities have detained ships registered under the Panama flag amid a dispute over port control. The developments could raise reputational and operational concerns for Panama’s maritime registry.
Panama will deploy more than 26,000 security and emergency units nationwide for Semana Santa, with lane-reversal operations starting next Jueves Santo to ease travel.
Mexico’s navy has launched a search after two humanitarian aid boats bound for Cuba went missing. Authorities are working to locate the vessels and determine what happened.
Australia’s post-Bondi crackdown is facing backlash after accusations that it targets pro-Palestinian voices and threatens the future of peaceful protest. Critics say enforcement appears to prioritize some communities over others.
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission says China is detaining Panama-flagged ships amid a dispute over port control. The reported detentions could affect maritime schedules and raise concerns for global shipping tied to Panama’s registry.
A Panamanian commentator warns that distant wars affect households through rising energy and import costs, social polarization, and longer-lasting emotional scars even far from the front lines.
Reuters and the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission say China has been detaining Panama-flagged ships amid a dispute over port control, raising concerns for international shipping and Panama’s registry.
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission says China has detained Panama-flagged vessels amid a dispute over port control, raising concerns about shipping disruptions and registry implications.
Myanmar’s civil war is being fought across multiple fronts, involving the military regime, ethnic armed groups, and pro-democracy forces. Alliances among these actors are fluid, complicating how the conflict is understood and how any settlement might be reached.
Telemetro reports that Panama’s COE will be activated in David next week to oversee emergency and public-safety operations during Semana Santa. Residents and visitors should watch for official guidance.
North Korea and Belarus signed a “friendship and cooperation” treaty during Lukashenko’s first visit to Pyongyang, after Kim Jong-un welcomed him lavishly. The move comes as both countries face Western sanctions and are implicated in support for Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Head lice have returned as a recurring issue in Panamanian classrooms after students resumed in-person classes; close head-to-head contact in schools helps spread infestations.