A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan and Pakistan late Friday, killing at least eight people near Kabul. The shaking highlights the region’s high seismic risk and vulnerability to deadly quakes.
Panama is rolling out a digital platform to help eligible transport workers access gasoline and diesel at a fixed subsidized price. The program is designed to better control distribution and support a sector sensitive to fuel costs.
Panama’s 83rd National Major Baseball Championship enters the Round of Eight with two games kicking off the next stage. Fans can follow the tournament on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.
Russia launched a new wave of drone and air strikes across Ukraine in what has been described as an Easter escalation. The attacks again hit civilian areas, including an apartment building.
SINAPROC rescued a foreign visitor at Nueva Gorgona and raised red flags on beaches affected by dangerous surf and marine conditions. The warning comes during Holy Week, when coastal areas across Panama see more visitors.
Panama’s Pacific coast is under a red flag warning due to strong waves, while a crocodile sighting in La Barqueta has heightened safety concerns. Residents are being told to follow upcoming weather bulletins closely.
Albrook Mall in Panama City has special April hours for Holy Week and will close on Good Friday, April 3. The changes affect one of the capital’s busiest shopping centers during the Easter holiday period.
Police now believe the killing of former Juan Díaz candidate Jesús Alemán may have been a gang-linked hit aimed at another person. Investigators have identified four possible participants and are stepping up security in Ciudad Radial.
The Béisbol Mayor 2026 quarterfinal bracket is set, with Saturday, April 4 opening the round of 8. The stage raises the stakes as teams move closer to the semifinals.
Two American combat aircraft were shot down over Iran, with one crew member rescued and another still unaccounted for, signaling a serious escalation in the war. A rescue helicopter was also fired on but returned safely to base.
An Africanized bee attack in Penonomé affected about 150 people during a Via Crucis procession, and 50 were taken to medical centers. The incident raised safety concerns at a major Holy Week gathering in Coclé.
President Trump is seeking a $1.5 trillion defense budget as wars in Iran and Ukraine keep global tensions high. The announcement comes alongside strong U.S. jobs growth and rising energy prices.
Violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinians is surging in the occupied West Bank as a new death penalty law and the wider regional war heighten tensions. Human rights groups warn the crisis is deepening civilian insecurity and legal disparities.
Marco Rubio said China’s detention of Panama-flagged ships undermines supply chains, spotlighting Panama’s central role in global shipping. The comments add to concerns over trade disruptions and maritime stability.
Panama is enforcing its Good Friday alcohol ban during Holy Week 2026, with sales and public consumption prohibited until the official cutoff time. The measure carries fines for noncompliance and is part of broader holiday order rules.
Panama’s Semana Santa 2026 holiday began with two deaths, one in a traffic crash in Chiriquí and another under investigation, as authorities maintained a nationwide safety operation. Officials also reported heavy travel, rescues, medical attentions, and an incident involving more than 100 people affected by bees in Penonomé.
The Public Ministry is asking for help to locate Lisseth Paredes, who was reported missing in Aguadulce, Coclé. Authorities shared her characteristics and contact numbers to support the search.
Panama’s Holy Week ended with two deaths, rescue operations and more than 100 people affected by bee incidents. The holiday period highlighted the public safety risks tied to travel, beaches and outdoor recreation.
Metro de Panamá ran on a special Good Friday schedule on April 3, affecting opening and closing times for passengers in the capital area. The holiday timetable is important for commuters planning travel around reduced service hours.
Authorities in Colón seized 80 packages of suspected drugs hidden in containers bound for Greece. The case highlights Panama’s ongoing struggle against narcotics trafficking through its port system.