The UN has warned that the US-Iran standoff in the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a global food emergency. Trump is reviewing a peace plan as pressure builds to keep the vital shipping route open.
Anti-corruption prosecutors inspected the Ministry of Education after a complaint over fake diplomas used in teacher hiring contests for 2026. The case centers on 50 suspected falsified documents and possible involvement by officials and private individuals.
Classes at a school in Pesé were suspended after a flea infestation was detected, prompting pest control specialists to focus on finding the source. The closure aims to protect students and staff while the building is treated.
Israeli settlers set fire to a Palestinian home in Jalud, underscoring the rising violence and insecurity in the occupied West Bank. The attack adds pressure on an already fragile regional situation.
The Panama Canal is seeing rising demand, underscoring its continuing role as a critical route for global shipping and a major driver of Panama’s economy.
At least four people were killed and dozens injured after two trains collided in Bekasi, Indonesia, late Monday. Rescue crews pulled survivors from the wreckage near Jakarta.
The MEF confirmed the official number of retirees registered on the CEPANIM 2026 payment platform. The digital registration system remains open 24/7 for eligible users.
Panama brought concerns over detained Panamanian-flagged vessels and Strait of Hormuz disruptions before the United Nations. The move highlights the country’s focus on protecting its maritime registry and shipping interests.
Ali Zaki Hagel Jalil testified in Panama in the long-running Alas Chiricanas case, which is tied to the 1994 bombing of a Panamanian passenger flight. The case remains one of the country’s most serious aviation crimes.
The Electoral Prosecutor’s Office returned to the Arraiján municipal headquarters on Monday for an inspection tied to buses, but did not find the person it was seeking. The visit highlights continuing scrutiny of local administration in one of Panama Province’s most important commuter districts.
La Joya prison in Panama is under growing pressure from organized crime, with authorities citing drones, tunnels and other methods used to smuggle in weapons and drugs. A recent shooting that killed one inmate prompted searches across several cellblocks.
Panama women’s coach Toña Is says the national team has made clear progress and now stands 90 minutes from a possible place at the 2027 World Cup and 2028 Olympics. The decisive match against Canada could define a historic year for Panamanian football.
Panama’s National Assembly suspended second-reading debate on the bioethanol bill to allow for a deeper review in the coming months. Lawmakers kept the proposal in place rather than sending it back to first debate.
Panama’s National Assembly suspended debate on a bill that would require a 10% ethanol blend in gasoline, deferring the issue to the next legislative session. The motion passed 55-0, with one abstention.
A 70-year-old woman died in a collision in Chitré involving a sedan and a bus on the Los Santos–Monagrillo route. The crash adds to Panama’s persistent road safety concerns.
Anticorruption prosecutors inspected Panama’s Ministry of Education after a complaint over alleged fake diplomas. The case raises concerns about document verification and integrity in public service.
U.S. Ambassador Kevin Marino Cabrera visited Corporación La Prensa in Panama City, meeting with newsroom leaders and board members. The discussions covered migration, health cooperation, drug trafficking, and other bilateral issues.
Panama joins much of the world in observing May 1 as Labor Day, a date that honors the historic fight for workers’ rights. The commemoration highlights the role of labor protections in daily life and the economy.
MOCA has questioned whether Panama’s Comptroller General is staying within constitutional limits in actions involving political actors. The dispute centers on the office’s role as a fiscal watchdog, not a political authority.
The Panama Canal handled 6,288 transits in the first half of fiscal 2026, a 5% rise as Middle East disruptions boost its appeal. A $4 million slot fee also reflects strong demand for access.