Bocas del Toro defeated Chiriquí 6-3 in Game 4 of the Béisbol Mayor final to take a 3-1 series lead. One more win would give the Bocatoreños back-to-back national titles and their fifth championship.
Tensions between the National Assembly and Comptroller Anel Flores escalated after a postponed meeting and renewed pressure over unpaid-leave cases. Lawmakers also delayed debate on a controversial bioethanol bill and revisited a previous energy law.
Panama’s Finance Ministry refused to disclose details about the State’s forfeited Epasa shares, citing restricted access rules. The dispute centers on who represents the State’s stake in the company after the final New Business ruling.
A scientific study found that 27% of Panama’s land shows soil degradation, with the greatest impact in agricultural regions such as the Arco Seco and Veraguas. Researchers are urging stronger monitoring and more sustainable farming practices to protect productivity and food security.
Panama ended the South American Youth Games with 29 medals and broad success across multiple sports, but track and field remained the notable gap. The results highlight both progress in youth development and the need for stronger athletics infrastructure.
Panama’s water crisis in Azuero is drawing sharp criticism as emergency well drilling replaces a long-term solution. The low execution of Idaan’s budget has intensified questions about government management.
Panama’s Ministry of Culture awarded Ernesto “Neco” Endara the Rogelio Sinán Condecoration in a ceremony marked by applause, laughter, and a standing ovation. The 94-year-old writer was recognized for a long literary career that includes more than 20 works and 17 Ricardo Miró prizes.