Victims of Panama’s dietilenglicol tragedy said a $25,000 court award to three affected people is far too low for the lasting medical and emotional damage caused by contaminated medicines. The ruling also orders a public apology, a memorial monument and continued updates on compensation claims.
The Central American Parliament blocked a new attempt to swear in former Panamanian President Laurentino Cortizo and former Vice President José Gabriel Carrizo. The move came amid Carrizo’s ongoing legal case and renewed debate over whether the pair should join Parlacen.
Panama’s forests, renewable energy and Canal watershed are at the center of an Earth Day reflection on conservation and responsibility. The piece frames environmental protection as essential to the country’s water security and long-term development.
Residents of PH Belvedere are challenging the demolition of a security booth and gate at Coco Park, arguing the San Francisco board acted without notice. The dispute revives long-running questions over state-owned coastal land in Coco del Mar.
Cobre Panamá has hired more than 1,300 workers as it advances a new phase of its preservation and safe management plan. The company projects 1,000 more direct jobs and thousands of indirect positions tied to local suppliers.
Transit costs through the Panama Canal have climbed as Middle East tensions and the closing of the Strait of Hormuz disrupt global shipping. The change highlights how conflict in one region can raise costs for Panama’s key maritime corridor.
The Panama Canal Authority rejected the idea that a $4 million line-jumping payment was extraordinary, saying it reflected a rate set by the canal. The clarification comes as pricing and priority access at the waterway draw fresh attention.
Panama police have deployed special operations units to guard a suspect tied to the Alas Chiricanas bombing case. The security move highlights the continuing sensitivity of one of the country’s most serious aviation attacks.
The Bridge of the Americas will close overnight for a structural load test as Panama authorities continue technical evaluations after the April 6 fire-related incident. Drivers are being urged to use the Centenario Bridge as an alternate route.
Bocas del Toro shut out Colón 4-0 in Game 7 of the semifinal to reach the National Major Baseball Championship final for a second straight year. Carlos Sánchez led the offense, while Didier Vargas starred with seven scoreless innings.
A new debate over Panama’s concession contracts centers on whether the State should be paid from gross revenue instead of disputed profit calculations. The issue is gaining attention as contracts come up for renewal.
Panama’s National Lottery has stopped selling Lotto and Pega 3 after the Supreme Court nullified the contract addendum that extended the concession. The institution says it will honor valid, unclaimed prizes.
Rising tension in the Strait of Hormuz is pushing up shipping costs that can affect traffic through the Panama Canal. The pressure highlights how global security shocks can influence Panama’s economy even from afar.
Panama’s National Lottery released the April 21 results for Lotto and Pega 3, two of its electronic draw games. Players are now looking ahead to the next scheduled drawing.
Panamanians are facing higher living costs as food prices rise from a mix of fuel, climate, pest, and agrochemical pressures. The strain begins in agricultural production and ends with more expensive goods for consumers.
A businessman’s open letter urges President José Raúl Mulino to prioritize water service and garbage collection over Panama’s planned railway. He argues basic utilities should come before a costly transport megaproject.
Thirteen puppies are being trained to join Panama’s National Police canine unit and support work against crime. The effort highlights the role of specialized police dogs in public security operations.
Panama has taken custody of a suspect accused of involvement in the Flight 901 bombing, following a January request and coordination with Venezuelan authorities. The case revives one of the country’s most serious aviation tragedies.
Panama has launched a new phase of cooperation with the OECD focused on tax reform, global standards and stronger public policy. The effort centers on modernizing the fiscal system while balancing competitiveness and international compliance.
The National Police are training 13 puppies to become part of Panama’s next canine unit. The dogs are being prepared to support law enforcement work against crime.
