Panama’s 95-octane gasoline will drop 3 cents per liter on Friday, while 91-octane stays at $1.17 and diesel rises by 1 cent. The new fuel prices run through May 1.
Darién remains Panama’s key stronghold for the harpy eagle, where protected rainforest and community monitoring help sustain nesting sites. Conservation efforts there are central to the survival of the national bird.
More than 300 patients in Bocas del Toro are urging the CSS to launch cataract surgery campaigns after waiting years for treatment. The case highlights long delays in access to specialized care outside Panama’s main urban areas.
Two men identified as alias Yamir and alias Chema were ordered into provisional detention over the killing of Second Sergeant Albis Espinoza in El Chorrillos. Prosecutors say the case may be tied to gang activity, and an appeal hearing is set for April 24.
IDAAN’s Chame water plant is operating at half capacity after a pump failure, causing low pressure and outages in Gorgona, Coronado and Punta Barco. The disruption is affecting homes and businesses across Panama Oeste.
Panama’s next fuel price cycle brings a slight drop in 95-octane gasoline and a rise in diesel. The new prices will apply until 5:59 a.m. on May 1.
Panama has started a fuel subsidy for public transport, including selective, collective, and school transport. Some drivers reported registration issues as the program got underway.
FOX Latin America has launched The FOX Channel in Central America, including Panama in its regional rollout. The new service adds sports coverage, including the Panamanian Football League, for viewers across the market.
Panama City will see temporary road closures during cycling and triathlon events for the Juegos Suramericanos de la Juventud Panamá 2026. Authorities are urging drivers to use alternate routes and follow traffic instructions.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has reiterated the requirements for receiving Cepanim as it tests the registration platform. The move points to an upcoming digital process for applicants seeking the certificate.
Panamá Viejo is celebrating the International Day of Monuments with a food festival featuring more than 50 culinary offerings. The event combines heritage, tourism, and Panamanian culture in one of the country’s most iconic historic sites.
Cobre Panamá’s continued suspension is increasing pressure on jobs, suppliers, and economic activity in Panama. The prolonged halt underscores how much the country’s wider economy depends on major projects.
A Panamanian-flagged tanker has surfaced in coverage of Russian oil trade as a U.S. waiver expires, highlighting Panama’s place in global shipping. The case underscores how the country’s registry can become part of major international energy and sanctions disputes.
Panama and the Netherlands agreed to reinforce cooperation on security, justice, and narcotrafficking. The meeting highlights Panama’s push to expand international support against organized crime.
Authorities are reviewing the DGI offices on Avenida Balboa in Panama City after an incident left one person dead and another injured. Firefighters, labor officials, and prosecutors are involved in the inspection.
Cuba’s cigar industry is under new pressure after the Trump administration blocked foreign oil deliveries to the island, worsening fuel shortages and economic strain. The move could ripple through Cuba’s exports and broader regional diplomacy.
Authorities in Panama are seeking public help to identify two suspects in the March killing of merchant Amitkumar Vasantbhai Ahir in Chitré. The case has drawn attention in Herrera province as investigators work to locate the men.
UN chief António Guterres has called for an end to arms deliveries into Sudan as the war marks three years, warning the conflict is worsening a major humanitarian crisis. The appeal comes amid continued fighting and regional instability.
A court ordered provisional detention for two suspects accused in the homicide of police officer Albis Espinosa. The measure was justified by the seriousness of the case and procedural risk.
The US Senate has again rejected a war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s military authority over Iran. The vote highlights the continuing struggle between Congress and the White House over decisions that could lead to war.