Panama’s new decree on digital ride-hailing platforms has triggered sharp criticism from lawmakers, former officials and users who say it protects traditional taxi interests. President José Raúl Mulino plans to meet transit and government authorities to review the concerns.
Pirate raids helped shape Panama’s colonial coastline, from the destruction of Panama City in 1671 to repeated attacks on Portobelo and other strategic ports. The legacy lives on in historic ruins, place names, and maritime discoveries.
Panama crushed Uruguay 39-0 to reach the men’s flag football final at the 2026 South American Youth Games. The country will now compete for gold in both the men’s and women’s tournaments.
Motorizados linked to PedidosYa in Panama are moving to Uber Eats and Indrive as a pay dispute continues to disrupt delivery service. The protest has hit thousands of businesses and forced many restaurants to suspend deliveries.
Panama’s Environment Ministry identified serious failures in wastewater treatment plants in Arraiján, including one in Villas de la Pradera linked to a project near Ciudad Futuro. The case highlights growing concerns over whether infrastructure is keeping pace with urban expansion in Panama Oeste.
The National Police joined a Family Community Day in Las Lomas, David, as part of an outreach effort focused on prevention, security, and coexistence. The event brought together families and public institutions in a community setting.
Panama’s Health Ministry issued more than 300 health cards at a health fair aimed at helping people who cannot handle the process on weekdays. Officials also warned that enforcement operations will begin in July.
Panama has unveiled its 2026 World Cup uniforms, featuring red, blue, and white designs that honor national symbols and football history. The new kits are built with performance technology as the team prepares for its second World Cup appearance.
The U.S. seizure of an Iranian cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz has triggered retaliation threats from Tehran and renewed fears of escalation in a critical shipping lane. The episode could ripple into energy markets and global trade.
Panamanian authorities seized more than 900 packages of an illicit substance hidden in a container traveling through the country to Peru. The operation underscores Panama’s role as a key transit point in regional drug trafficking routes.
A military strategist says U.S.-Iran tensions may be entering a more dangerous phase as shifting war aims and escalation traps raise the risk of miscalculation. The standoff could have broader implications for global shipping, energy prices, and Panama-linked trade.
Panama’s Meteorology and Hydrology Institute issued a fire watch alert after a rise in hotspots across multiple provinces and regions. The warning covers areas from Los Santos and Coclé to Darién and Bocas del Toro.
Panama Bay and canal-area recreation are in the spotlight as interest grows in swimming, hiking, and biking access around Panama City. The ideas reflect Panama’s effort to combine tourism, urban life, and its iconic canal setting.
Panama’s Chamber of Commerce says new investment is needed to keep jobs stable and expand formal employment. The warning underscores the country’s challenge of turning economic growth into lasting work for more people.
Panama’s 2026 General Scholarship Competition will receive documents on Monday, April 20, for students in primary, secondary and university education. The process marks an important step for applicants seeking support for the upcoming academic cycle.
Women head roughly 40% of households in Panama, and community groups in Curundú are stepping in with aid for single mothers. The trend is highlighting persistent gaps in jobs, care work and social support.
Panama will play Brazil in a World Cup warm-up match on May 31, with live coverage set for TVMAX, TVN, TVN Pass, and YouTube. The friendly offers Panama a major test ahead of the 2026 tournament.
Female-led households are becoming a more visible part of Panama’s social reality, with single mothers facing rising vulnerability. Community support efforts, including those led by the Panamanian Women’s Center, are drawing attention to the challenge.
Panama’s Ministry of Public Works says pile work on the Cuarto Puente over the Panama Canal is nearing completion, allowing the bridge’s upper construction to begin. The project is a key infrastructure link for the capital area.
Panama’s meteorology and hydrology institute has issued a fire watch advisory through April 23 after a rise in hotspots across the Pacific region. Residents in multiple provinces are being urged to avoid burning and report fires quickly.