The LPF Clausura 2026 playoff race is coming down to the final two rounds, with Sporting San Miguelito and Tauro FC among the teams under pressure. Every point now matters as clubs battle for a postseason place.
Taiwan is expanding its outreach in Latin America as Panama and other regional governments reassess the value of ties to China. Panama’s withdrawal from the Belt and Road Initiative has become a key example of that shift.
Panama has launched new Reebok home, away, and third kits as the national team prepares for a World Cup return. The release adds a fresh visual identity to one of the country’s biggest football moments.
Panama faces mounting environmental pressure from polluted rivers, poorly managed waste sites and continued deforestation, especially in La Villa and Darién. The crisis is exposing deep gaps in water management, enforcement and long-term planning.
Princess Cruises’ Star Princess completed its first Panama Canal transit, adding a new ship to the line’s decades-long history with the waterway. The crossing highlights the canal’s continued appeal as a major cruise destination in Panama.
Bocas del Toro marks more than 30 years since the earthquake that killed about 20 people and left thousands affected. The tragedy remains a reminder of Panama’s vulnerability to major seismic events.
A Panamanian lawyer launched The Grand Slam of Travel, recounting a record-setting journey that covered all 193 UN countries, both poles, and space. The achievement places Panama in the spotlight through a global exploration milestone.
Former Colón mayor Alex Lee has been detained again in a peculado case that also involves a substitute representative for Barrio Norte and two other officials. The arrests put renewed attention on corruption and accountability in one of Panama’s key provinces.
IFARHU has started the 2026 scholarship document submission process for selected students in Panama. The step is part of the country’s annual education aid cycle.
Rootstack’s beginnings at Panama’s Technological University show how local talent and careful planning helped shape a growing tech company. Its story adds to the country’s broader push toward a more diversified digital economy.
Bella Vista, San Francisco and Betania in Panama City lead vehicle theft and robbery complaints, followed by Chiriquí and Panamá Oeste. The pattern highlights how auto crime is concentrated in both the capital and other growing provinces.
The Bridge of the Americas will close overnight Thursday, April 23, from 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. for a Ministry of Public Works test. Drivers in Panama City should plan alternate routes and expect traffic changes around the crossing.
The Bridge of the Americas will close overnight on April 23 for a structural load test ordered by the Ministry of Public Works. The evaluation is intended to measure the bridge’s response to controlled weight and confirm safe conditions for traffic.
Panama’s Lotería Nacional Miercolito drawing for April 21, 2026 drew attention as players awaited the midweek results. The lottery remains a familiar part of weekly life for many across the country.
Hanna won bronze at the Pan American Championships in Panama City after opening her campaign with a win over an opponent from El Salvador. The result adds a podium finish to a major regional event hosted in Panama’s capital.
Panama’s National Lottery has suspended Lotto and Pega 3 draws following a Supreme Court ruling, raising immediate questions for players and prize payouts. The decision took effect on April 21.
Former Colón mayor Alex Lee was detained again on April 22 in connection with a decentralization-related case. He had previously been arrested in 2024 amid allegations of misusing $214,000 in public funds.
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are increasing shipping costs tied to the Panama Canal, underscoring how global disruptions can affect the Panamanian waterway. The canal remains a vital route for roughly 5% of world maritime trade.
Lawmaker Cedeño is calling for a formal debate on legislation to protect public transport users in Panama. He says the current permit system has fueled distrust by concentrating control in the hands of conglomerates.
Tocumen Airport increased passenger traffic 15% in the first quarter, surpassing 5.7 million travelers. Flights and air cargo also rose, reinforcing Panama’s role as a regional aviation hub.