The Jesus Nazareno sanctuary in Portobelo is being remodeled while visitors continue to arrive at the historic religious site. The work underscores the sanctuary’s importance to faith, heritage, and local tourism in Colón.
Panama women’s coach María Antonia Is is framing the team’s final two World Cup qualifiers against Aruba and Cuba as must-win matches. Panama enters the decisive stretch in second place in Group E, one point behind Cuba.
Venezuela’s government and opposition are trying to coordinate a joint legal defence of the country’s US assets as creditors seek to seize funds. The unusual move highlights the stakes of a court fight that could affect Venezuela’s financial future abroad.
Influenza vaccines will be available nationwide in Panama starting Wednesday, with priority given to older adults, pregnant women, young children, and other high-risk groups. Health workers and students are also included in the vaccination campaign.
Officials from Panama’s Public Works Ministry and Río Abajo merchants clashed in the National Assembly over the planned widening of Vía España. The dispute reflects the broader tension between urban infrastructure projects and the businesses affected by them.
Panama’s Ministry of Commerce and Industries announced the removal of material from Cobre Panamá after technical reports labeled it an environmental risk. The decision keeps the controversial mine at the center of the country’s environmental and economic debate.
A child was rescued from the rubble of a home in Odesa after a Russian strike killed at least three people. The attack highlights the continuing civilian toll of the war in Ukraine.
A large explosion near Panama City’s Bridge of the Americas sent flames and smoke into the air close to the Panama Canal. Video showed cars fleeing the scene near one of the country’s most important crossings.
Acodeco is reviewing complaints from drivers in Changuinola over alleged fuel price changes at stations before new rates took effect. The case highlights ongoing consumer concerns about transparency at the pump in Bocas del Toro.
Panama’s Expanded Immunization Program has advanced the delivery of influenza vaccines ahead of the Las Américas vaccination campaign. The rollout has been divided into four shipments.
Coclé and Bocas del Toro meet tonight at 7:00 p.m. in Mayor Baseball Championship action, with live coverage on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and TVMAX Panamá YouTube. The matchup adds another chapter to Panama’s top national baseball tournament.
A tanker truck explosion caused a large blast and smoke at Panama’s Bridge of the Americas, one of the capital’s key transport links. CCTV footage captured the incident near the Panama Canal corridor.
The University of Panama is updating agricultural education with a specialized laboratory aimed at strengthening technology-based training. The initiative supports more practical preparation for students entering Panama’s agricultural sector.
A verbal clash between deputies Ernesto Cedeño and Jairo Salazar broke out during the Public Works minister’s appearance before the National Assembly’s Commerce Commission. The exchange added tension to an oversight hearing in Panama’s legislature.
Panama has advanced the delivery of 1.2 million influenza vaccines for the Las Américas campaign, split into four shipments. The rollout supports the country’s seasonal push to expand protection against flu.
Two people died in Chiriquí during the Easter holiday weekend, including a 61-year-old man in Alanje and a traffic victim in Las Lomas. The fatalities highlighted the road safety risks that come with heavy holiday travel.
An old residence collapsed in Chame after the owner had moved out a month earlier, avoiding injuries. The incident highlights the risks posed by aging and unattended structures in Panama Oeste.
Panama’s Ministry of Health treated 9,277 people during Holy Week across 137 facilities, fewer than the 11,000 seen in the same period last year. The figures highlight the demand placed on the public health system during major holiday periods.
Panama’s National Assembly has received the list of candidates for Defensor del Pueblo, advancing the selection process for the country’s human rights ombudsman. Lawmakers are also weighing whether to narrow the field to a short list before the final vote.
Panama City will celebrate Festi Harpía 2026 at Parque Summit, with games and activities planned for all ages. The event is set to turn the capital’s well-known park into a family-friendly gathering space.