A new generation of Castros is rising inside Cuba’s political system as the island faces fresh pressure from the Trump administration. The family’s continued influence highlights both continuity in Havana and growing tension inside Cuban society.
The University of Panama adjusted Tuesday’s entry and exit schedules after the closure of the Bridge of the Americas disrupted travel in the capital area. The move is intended to ease commuting challenges for students, faculty, and staff.
Traffic authorities ordered a lane reversal at 5:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, to manage travel from Panama Oeste during the Bridge of the Americas closure. The measure is meant to ease congestion during the morning commute into Panama City.
A fuel truck exploded near a bridge crossing the Panama Canal in Panama City, killing one person and injuring two others. The blast raised safety concerns in a critical transport corridor near the canal.
Panama’s Assembly hit a new flashpoint after the Government Commission excluded Ángela Russo and Eduardo Leblanc from an ombudsman shortlist, sending the full field to the plenary. The vote exposed shifting alliances and renewed pressure on lawmakers ahead of the final decision.
Unesco has asked Panama to reassess the Puerto Barú port project in Chiriquí amid concerns over possible effects on Coiba National Park. The dispute has also escalated into court battles between the project’s promoters and environmental groups.
A commentary on the Panama Canal argues that its next leader must combine technical ability with historical understanding, emotional maturity, and systemic thinking. The piece presents the Canal as both a strategic asset and a symbol of Panama’s national identity.