Panama’s Social Security Fund uncovered alleged payroll fraud involving fake child support deductions used to pay a furniture store and filed a criminal complaint. The case raises fresh concerns about internal controls in a key public institution.
Parents of 107 students at the Los Olivos school in Los Santos are asking Panama’s Ministry of Education to assign an English teacher to the bilingual program. The case highlights the importance of staffing continuity in public schools.
Children’s lunch choices at school can shape long-term health, especially when ultraprocessed snacks and sugary drinks are the easiest options. Health officials say stronger school food policies are key to reducing childhood obesity.
ODESUR’s Athletes Commission toured Panama’s main youth games venues ahead of the South American Youth Games, praising the country’s sports infrastructure. The event runs April 12-25 and will feature more than 2,000 athletes in 24 sports.
A shooting in Río Abajo left two people dead and two injured, adding to ongoing concern over violence in the Panama City neighborhood.
Panama’s National Migration Service is urging users to verify and resubmit online immigration requests after technical failures hit its platform. The guidance applies to people handling status migration procedures through the official portal.
Luis H. Moreno, a Panamanian writer and banker who represented the country in the World Bank, BID and IMF, has died. He was awarded the Order of Manuel Amador Guerrero in 2023.
President José Raúl Mulino said Panama is entering a temporary transition in port management after a Supreme Court ruling and promised new concessions. He also announced technical support for the Bridge of the Americas after a nearby fire and reviewed plans for old waterfront tank facilities.
Panama will face Brazil on May 31 in a live broadcast across TVN, TVMAX, TVN Pass, TVN Radio 96.5 FM, and TVMAX Panamá’s YouTube channel. The matchup is set to draw major attention as the national team takes on one of football’s biggest powers.
The Judicial Branch has opened job vacancies in Coclé, Panama Oeste and Panama Province, including Panama Centro and San Miguelito. The hiring call is drawing interest from job seekers looking for public sector opportunities in central Panama.
Police in Río Abajo found an abandoned infant in a flooded room inside a barracks and transferred the case to child protection authorities. The response centered on protecting the child’s safety and integrity.
President José Raúl Mulino visited Balboa Port and discussed Panama’s upcoming port concessions, alongside the explosion reported beneath the Bridge of the Americas. The remarks highlight the government’s focus on infrastructure, logistics, and public safety.
Panama’s 15th International Festival of Performing Arts is expanding into neighborhood schools, bringing theater and dance to younger audiences. The festival continues to highlight local talent through productions, children’s shows, and family-friendly activities.
Police in Vacamonte seized 5,330 rounds of ammunition and five grenades after a citizen alert led officers to an abandoned structure in Arraiján. Authorities say the cache included military-grade rounds and is the largest ammunition seizure of the year.
President José Raúl Mulino visited Balboa Port to review operations and highlight labor stability in one of Panama’s key logistics hubs. The visit underscored the importance of steady port operations for workers and the national economy.
Lucy Molinar has been summoned for a third Assembly hearing on Panama’s education system, with lawmakers demanding answers on laptops, FECE cuts, school food, and infrastructure. The committee wants documented responses on equity, school access, and delayed programs.
Ángela Russo, a former Supreme Court magistrate, was elected Panama’s defensor del Pueblo with 37 votes in the National Assembly. The vote drew support from multiple caucuses, underscoring the political significance of the post.
Students in Panama participated in a nationwide school evacuation drill to practice emergency protocols and improve response times. The exercise aimed to strengthen preparedness for natural disasters and other emergencies.
Police in Vacamonte, Arraiján, uncovered a hidden cache with more than 5,000 rounds of ammunition and grenades. The seizure highlights ongoing efforts to curb illegal weapons in Panamá Oeste.
Access has been restricted in La Boca after an explosion near the Bridge of the Americas sparked a criminal investigation. President José Raúl Mulino confirmed authorities are also evaluating old tanks in the area.