President José Raúl Mulino used his weekly press conference to address tensions between Panama’s comptroller general and attorney general, stressing their constitutional roles. He said both offices are important to the country and to public accountability.
Pope Leo urged peace during a visit to Bamenda, Cameroon, drawing attention to the country’s separatist conflict and the violence affecting the northwest. His message resonated with residents hoping for greater global focus on the crisis.
The Mendoza water treatment plant is operating at 75% capacity after an incident affecting its raw water intake. The Panama Canal Authority is managing the facility while keeping service active.
Delivery riders in Panama have extended a 72-hour work stoppage over alleged pay cuts tied to a new performance-based system. The group is calling on the Ministry of Labor to mediate the dispute.
The U.S. House is considering a bill that would extend Temporary Protected Status for Haiti for three years, challenging the Trump administration’s efforts to end the program. The move could protect hundreds of thousands of Haitian immigrants from deportation and ripple across regional migration flows.
A two-day career fair in Panama City is bringing together universities, technical institutes and vocational guidance activities to help young people choose what to study. The event responds to concerns about unemployment and shifting job trends.
Junior archers have moved into the knockout rounds after the ranking stage at the South American Youth Games in Panama. The results now set up elimination matches as the competition intensifies.
The National Assembly committee finished interviewing candidates for Panama’s Electoral Tribunal and sent the list to the plenary for review. Two applicants withdrew and one was excluded for failing to meet requirements.
The Ministry of Public Works says a full repair of the Puente de las Américas roadway slab would only be possible once the fourth bridge opens, with completion expected in 2028. The plan links one of Panama’s most important crossings to the country’s next major infrastructure project.
FOX Latin America has expanded the FOX channel into Central America, including Panama, with programming that features the Panamanian Football League. The launch adds another international media option for Panamanian viewers.
Panama’s national bird, the Harpy Eagle, is tied to the Darien rainforest, where forest conservation remains vital to protecting its habitat. The species has become a symbol of the country’s broader environmental priorities.
Italian business leaders in Panama are working to strengthen their network and coordinate a more unified business presence. The effort reflects Panama’s continued appeal as a regional hub for international commerce.
A judge ordered provisional detention for two men accused in the killing of Second Sergeant Albis Espinoza in El Chorrillos. The case highlights ongoing concerns over violence against Panama’s security forces.
Washington’s confrontation with Iran turned into a 40-day war of attrition, exposing a major misread of Tehran’s resilience and America’s limits. The episode carries wider implications for Middle East stability, oil markets and global trade.
IFARHU’s socioeconomic affidavit remains a key document for students seeking support in the General Scholarship Competition 2026. The form helps establish financial need in Panama’s scholarship selection process.
A merchant has been detained in a peculation case linked to the alleged diversion of IFARHU scholarship funds. The case adds to growing scrutiny over how Panama’s education aid programs are managed.
An analysis links pressure around the Panama Canal to a broader strategy aimed at controlling strategic maritime chokepoints. The discussion places Panama alongside the Strait of Hormuz as a key point in global trade leverage.
Panama police arrested a Honduran man at Tocumen Airport who was wanted in the United States for alleged conspiracy and international drug trafficking. Authorities say he was linked to a transnational cocaine network moving shipments from South America toward North America.
Panama is forecast to have mostly stable weather, with isolated rain in the west and favorable maritime conditions on both coasts. Waves are expected to stay near 1.50 meters, with brief increases possible in central areas.
FOX Latin America has launched The FOX Channel in Panama and across Central America, with football coverage forming a key part of the rollout. The move adds another sports and entertainment option for viewers in the region.