Provisional Detention Ordered in Caimitillo Femicidio Case
A man accused of femicide in Caimitillo has been placed in provisional detention after a court order. The victim was allegedly asphyxiated by her former partner.
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A man accused of femicide in Caimitillo has been placed in provisional detention after a court order. The victim was allegedly asphyxiated by her former partner.
Ken Harvey made a strong opening statement at the Youth South American Games in Panama City, winning his bout by second-round knockout. The result gives him early momentum in the boxing competition hosted in Panama’s capital.
President José Raúl Mulino is pushing tax code changes as Panama seeks removal from the European Union’s tax watchlist. The effort could affect the country’s financial reputation and investor confidence.
Panama’s under-17 flag football team opened international play with a dominant win over Brazil and then beat Uruguay 60-13. The debut points to a promising future for the young Panamanian squad.
Panamanian authorities extradited an Iranian citizen to the United States in a case involving the alleged export of sensitive technology. The move highlights Panama’s role in international judicial cooperation and trade enforcement.
A 30-year-old mother of two and actress has entered the Miss Universe Panama 2026 race, adding a personal and modern profile to the national pageant. Her candidacy reflects the evolving image of Panamanian women in beauty competitions.
Panama’s Labor Ministry will sanction the Fourth Bridge consortium after an inspection found inhumane conditions, labor segregation, and irregular foreign workers. The ministry also halted new foreign hiring for the project.
Panama is widening fuel subsidies to include food transporters and fishermen, along with workers connected to Merca Panamá and related entities. The move aims to reduce fuel costs in key parts of the country’s food supply chain.
A new study finds that Panama’s banking reputation has improved, signaling greater confidence in the country’s financial sector. The result could support investment and reinforce Panama’s role as a regional banking hub.
More than 3,000 students attended a vocational guidance fair at Ciudad del Saber in Panama, where they explored technical and professional study options. The event helped participants make more informed choices about their future careers.
Panama’s amphibian rescue efforts underscore a global frog decline driven by disease and environmental stress. The crisis threatens biodiversity and the health of ecosystems that depend on amphibians.
Panama’s banking sector has gained a more favorable reputation in a new study measuring trust and respect. The result could help reinforce confidence in one of the country’s key economic pillars.
Dominican music was featured at a gala in Panama City as part of Dominican Week in Panama 2026. The event highlighted cultural ties between Dominican and Panamanian audiences through a performance by Panama’s National Symphony Orchestra.
MINSA will hold a white and green card fair this Saturday, April 18, at several health centers in Panama City. The event is designed to help residents complete these required health procedures more efficiently.
Panama will play Brazil in a World Cup warmup match on May 31, with coverage on TVMAX, TVN, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ on YouTube. The friendly adds a major test as Panama prepares for 2026.
Benicio Robinson said Parlacen is not intended to provide judicial protection, amid attention on the proposed swearing-in of Laurentino Cortizo and José Gabriel Carrizo. The comments add to Panama’s broader debate over immunity and accountability.
Panama is extending fuel subsidies to food transporters and fishermen, with more than a thousand transporters already registered. The move targets sectors central to food distribution and coastal livelihoods.
Anti-corruption prosecutors inspected IFARHU’s headquarters in Panama City as part of a case examining economic aid granted to 4,000 students. The investigation already includes peculado charges against 22 people, among them former director Bernardo Meneses.
IDAAN suspended operations at the Cabra 2 plant after a pipe rupture, cutting water service to several communities in eastern Panama City. The outage underscores ongoing pressure on Panama’s water infrastructure.
Panama City Hall has announced a weekend agenda featuring cultural, gastronomic, artistic and recreational activities for the public. The program aims to bring residents and visitors into the capital’s community spaces.