Health authorities in Los Santos seized 478 tobacco units and inspected 187 food handlers during a Semana Santa enforcement sweep. The campaign also resulted in fines, summonses and violation reports across Los Santos, Las Tablas and Pedasí.
Panama firefighters have warned of a sharp rise in Africanized bee emergencies, with thousands of incidents reported nationwide in recent weeks. The alert follows a fatal attack in Chiriquí and a swarm incident that affected worshippers in Penonomé.
Eight Blue Apple convicts are still awaiting prison because their cassation appeal remains pending before the Supreme Court. The case has already produced prison terms, fines and asset seizures tied to corruption in public works contracts.
U.S. lawmakers visiting Cuba say the island’s worsening energy crisis shows the need for a permanent change in Washington’s approach. Their remarks renew debate over sanctions, humanitarian impact and regional consequences.
Panama will use a digital platform to manage a fuel subsidy for transport operators, with the aim of preventing fare increases for passengers. The system will verify registered vehicles and authorized drivers before allowing access to the benefit.
Two men were arrested after a homicide in Sabanitas, Colón, where a child was also injured in the shooting. The case adds to a year marked by more than 20 homicides in the province.
Panama’s Public Works Ministry says the Vía España road project still lacks approval while an environmental study is being prepared. The plan could affect about 60 informal vendors and 300 formal businesses.
Panama’s golden frogs are returning to the wild after 17 years of disappearance, marking a major conservation milestone. The move highlights the country’s ongoing efforts to protect its biodiversity.
Panama’s Health Ministry reported 9,277 medical attentions during Easter week and verified 608 food handlers, with 106 lacking the required card. The checks were part of holiday health and sanitation controls.
Panama will host the OAS CICTE 2026 meeting, where regional leaders will discuss terrorism financing and emerging security threats. The event underscores Panama’s role as a hub for diplomacy, finance, and regional cooperation.
Panama firefighters are responding to thousands of Africanized bee emergencies after a surge that included a dangerous attack on worshippers in Penonomé during Semana Santa. One person has died in the recent string of incidents.
Panama City Hall has announced job vacancies with Insignia Resources, drawing attention from applicants seeking employment in the capital. The posting outlines available positions, requirements, and how to apply.
Fuel shortages are hitting Asia first as the Iran conflict disrupts oil flows, raising fears of a wider global energy shock. The fallout could push up prices well beyond the Middle East.
Panama is being highlighted as an affordable retirement destination for people living on Social Security income. Cities like Panama City and Boquete can offer a lower-cost lifestyle for retirees seeking to stretch fixed monthly budgets.
Panama’s Government Committee has opened the formal session to choose the next Defensor del Pueblo, after interviewing 32 candidates. The selection will determine who replaces Eduardo Leblanc in the country’s public-rights watchdog office.
San Francisco’s sanitary sewer network expansion is scheduled to begin on April 15, according to Panama’s sanitation program. The project is part of ongoing efforts to improve urban infrastructure in Panama City.
Panama has resumed exhumations tied to victims of the December 20 invasion, continuing work that began in 2020. The remains recovered are being analyzed in laboratories to help identify the victims.
Panama’s Commission of December 20 continues exhumation work while reviewing earlier identifications of remains after detecting inaccuracies. The effort remains tied to the country’s 1989 invasion legacy and the search for historical clarity.
Panamanian medical societies have warned that rising measles cases across the Americas could lead to reintroduction in Panama. They are urging stronger vaccination coverage and surveillance to prevent imported infections from spreading.
Panama is preparing a resolution to allow stored material from the Donoso mine to be processed and exported soon. Officials say the stockpiled material is lower quality than earlier extraction.