A fisherman died after being struck by lightning in Coclé, becoming the province’s first electrical-discharge victim of 2026. The incident has prompted renewed warnings as severe weather continues.
CSS said late attendance controls are the main obstacle delaying payments to medical interns and residents. The issue highlights how administrative timing can affect payroll in Panama’s public health system.
Iran has accused the United States of piracy after a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz triggered protests in Tehran and heightened fears of a wider regional crisis. The standoff could affect global oil prices and shipping costs, with possible knock-on effects for Panama and Latin America.
Colón and Bocas del Toro meet in Game 1 of the semifinal round of Panama’s 83rd National Major Baseball Championship. Fans can follow the action on TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVMAX PANAMÁ on YouTube.
Digital ride-share drivers in Panama are asking the ATTT for a subsidy and better security measures, while also calling for a full registry of platform workers. The group says about 20,000 drivers operate nationwide.
Panamanian authorities seized more than 1,000 drug packages southeast of Punta Coco and arrested three people. The vessel used to move the shipment through the Pacific was also confiscated.
More than 400,000 retirees in Panama will receive the CEPANIM 2026 payment in June. The Ministry of Economy and Finance will announce when the digital platform opens for beneficiary verification.
Panama opened its men’s football campaign at the 2026 South American Youth Games with a loss to Paraguay. The tournament is being held in Panama and is drawing regional attention across multiple platforms.
Two trucks collided head-on in Antón, Coclé, leaving two dead and one injured. The crash highlights the dangers of heavy vehicle traffic on Panama’s roads.
TVN Media marked the Day of Good Deeds with a solidarity activity alongside ADAVION and Héroes por Panamá 2019. The initiative was part of the company’s broader year-round community involvement in Panama.
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem urged Lebanon to pull out of planned talks in Washington, saying the effort is meant to pressure the group into disarming. The dispute heightens concern over instability along the Israel-Lebanon frontier.
IMA agro-fairs will take place on April 14 and 15 in Panama, with attendees asked to bring reusable bags for their purchases. The events are part of the government’s direct food distribution efforts.
Hungary’s incoming prime minister has promised a swift transition and major changes after Viktor Orbán’s ouster, raising the stakes for European politics. The shift could affect EU unity and broader debates over democracy and nationalism.
A new veterinary clinic in San Miguelito is nearing opening after a $246,000 build by Isobox Inc. The facility will be managed by Fundación Manchitas.
President Trump has publicly attacked Pope Leo XIV after the pontiff criticized the U.S. and Israeli war with Iran. The rare clash underscores rising tensions over the conflict and the Vatican’s role in calling for peace.
The UN is calling on all parties to respect freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping lane. The warning comes as tensions in the region raise concerns about possible disruption to energy and trade flows.
Panama’s legislature is continuing consultations on the administration of Isla Escudo de Veraguas, with Deputy Roberto Archibold calling the process a key effort in collective lawmaking. The island’s future governance remains under debate as lawmakers work toward a final bill.
Panama lost 3-1 to Paraguay in its opening match at the 2026 Youth South American Games, despite a second-half goal from Joseph Choy. The team now turns to upcoming matches against Bolivia and Argentina.
Panama won its first medal at the South American Youth Games 2026 through judoka Danna De León. The result gives the host nation an early lift in the regional competition.
MINSA evacuated buildings in Ancón after a gas leak scare, then ruled out a leak following inspection. The ministry has already requested funding for full maintenance of the century-old structures.
