Panama has activated its National Culture Fund, starting with $5 million and annual support for projects in art, heritage, research, and training. The program will offer competitive grants to a wide range of cultural actors nationwide.
The Social Security Fund has confirmed there will be no change to the May 2026 pension payment schedule. Retirees and pensioners will receive funds on the regular ACH and cheque dates.
Dinoska Montalvo has emerged as one of the most controversial members of Panama’s cabinet, with disputes over prisons, protests, justice and transport regulation. Her tenure has repeatedly triggered political backlash and intensified scrutiny of the government.
The Miraflores water treatment plant has resumed full operations after repair work was completed. Canal authorities say they remain in close coordination with Panama’s national water utility.
Panama will host sessions of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights from May 4 to 8, 2026, including hearings and public activities. The event underscores the country’s role in regional legal and human rights affairs.
Farmers in Panama are protesting a proposed Panama Canal reservoir on the Indio River, arguing it could affect the Indio River valley. The project is intended to protect canal water supplies during future droughts.
Panama is targeting tuberculosis in Bocas del Toro, Panama East and Guna Yala with expanded testing, treatment and prevention plans. Health officials say the disease remains concentrated in areas with harder access to care and tougher social conditions.
Deadly strikes across Ukraine, occupied territory and Russia killed at least 16 people as the world marked 40 years since the Chernobyl disaster. The anniversary has renewed focus on nuclear risks tied to the Russia-Ukraine war.
Deadly strikes across Ukraine, occupied territory and Russia killed at least 16 people as the Chernobyl anniversary renewed fears about nuclear danger in the war. The violence underscores the conflict’s civilian toll and its wider global risks.
A dog was wounded by gunfire in Sinaí, San Miguelito, as authorities detained two minors allegedly linked to shots fired at a home in the area. The case adds to ongoing concerns over violence in one of Panama’s most troubled urban communities.
Traffic on the Caizán bridge has been suspended after structural damage was found in the beams. The Ministry of Public Works is urging drivers to respect all safety instructions at the site.
A major strait closure has pushed more ships toward the Panama Canal, driving up transit costs and underscoring the waterway’s global importance. The spike highlights Panama’s role at the center of international shipping.
IFARHU will distribute PASE-U and 2026 scholarship payments through ACH cards, changing how students and families receive education support. The move aims to simplify delivery for one of Panama’s most important aid systems.
A long-standing ocean process in the Gulf of Panama has disappeared for the first time in 40 years. The change could affect water temperatures, marine life, and coastal conditions along the Pacific shore.
Panama is mourning the death of writer and activist Elvia Lefevre de Wirz, a prominent voice in the country’s civilist movement. She was recognized for defending democratic freedoms and contributing to Panama’s cultural and social life.
Farmers in Panama are protesting a proposed Panama Canal reservoir on the Indio River, raising concerns about farmland, water use, and rural livelihoods. The dispute underscores the tension between canal water needs and local community interests.
Varela Hermanos has launched Seco Herrerano Reposado Cristalino, a premium new expression of Panama’s iconic sugarcane spirit. The release blends French oak aging and charcoal filtration with the brand’s 75-year legacy.
Supporters of Mahmoud Abbas won a strong showing in Palestinian elections, including in Gaza, where turnout stayed low amid the war’s devastation. The result reinforces Abbas’s camp but also underscores the political strain created by the conflict.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance confirmed a public-sector payroll payment for April 27. The scheduled deposit affects a group of state workers across included entities in the country.
The Panama Canal is pressing the need for new water supplies after communities marched against the proposed Indio River dam. The dispute highlights the tension between canal operations and local concerns over water and land use.