Darién pulled level in its series against Panamá Oeste in the Campeonato Nacional de Béisbol Mayor, keeping the matchup tightly contested. The result adds more pressure and intrigue as the provincial rivalry continues.
Panama is preparing to authorize the processing of stockpiled ore at First Quantum’s shuttered Cobre Panamá mine. The move would manage material already on site without fully reopening the operation.
Rising oil prices tied to the Middle East crisis are complicating the outlook for interest rate cuts and could raise Panama’s funding costs. The shock also creates potential upside for Panama’s logistics sector as supply chains adjust.
Panama’s debate over the next Ombudsperson highlights a larger problem: institutions cannot depend on strong leaders alone. Law 504 aims to strengthen the office, but its real test will be implementation.
Hungary’s election is emerging as a referendum on Viktor Orban’s rule and on China’s influence inside the EU, with opposition challenger Peter Magyar leading in recent polls. The result could reshape Budapest’s ties with Beijing, Moscow and Washington.
Community voices in Panama are raising the same complaint in two different settings: participation is promised, but institutions do not always listen or follow through. The debate is now at the center of a broader question about how democracy works on the ground.
Prestige Holdings plans to expand into Panama with the Pizza Hut brand, adding the country to its growing regional restaurant portfolio. The move reflects continued confidence in Panama as a market for international dining brands.
Panama’s urban workforce is increasingly made up of flexible, independent workers who want protection without losing control over their schedules. The debate now is whether labor policy can adapt to that reality.
Panama remains under a heat advisory as high temperatures and a stronger-than-normal sensation of heat continue across the country. Officials urge residents to take precautions against dehydration and heat-related illness.
Casco Antiguo welcomed national and foreign visitors on Easter Sunday for religious and cultural activities tied to the celebration of the Resurrection. The historic district once again served as a key meeting point for faith, heritage, and tourism in Panama City.
Alanje in Chiriquí closed Holy Week with its traditional Carrera de los Santos, a long-standing religious celebration tied to the town’s identity. The event remains an important part of local faith and community life.
Panama’s administrative law debate is focusing on abuse of power and administrative silence, two issues that can distort public decision-making. The discussion underscores the need for timely, transparent, and purpose-driven government action.
Las Tablas continued its Easter Sunday Corrida de los Santos, preserving a religious tradition that brings together key biblical figures in a symbolic Resurrection Day celebration. The event remains an important part of local faith and cultural identity.
A philosophical commentary imagines a more functional Panama built on merit, stable institutions, better public services and stronger civic discipline. Its core question is whether the country can stop assuming change is impossible and start discussing how to make it happen.
People deprived of liberty sold their “Remenditos” and Easter-themed editions during a special Sunday activity at the Government Palace in Casco Antiguo. The event added a social and cultural dimension to Panama’s Easter celebrations.
Panama Metropolitan Area is under growing pressure from a linear urban model that fuels congestion and long commutes. A policentric strategy centered on the West, North and East could redistribute jobs and reduce strain on the capital.
An Afghan mother is demanding an international investigation after a Pakistani strike on a Kabul drug treatment center killed her son and hundreds of others. The attack has intensified tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Playa La Angosta in Colón attracted a strong crowd as visitors gathered to close out Easter Sunday along the coast. The turnout highlights Costa Arriba de Colón’s growing appeal as a Holy Week destination.
Hundreds of faithful filled Casco Antiguo in Panama City for Easter Sunday Mass and the traditional Procession of Joy, marking the Resurrection in one of Holy Week’s most emotional celebrations. The event brought together religious devotion and historic tradition in Panama’s capital.
Hundreds of faithful gathered in Casco Antiguo to celebrate Easter Sunday with Mass at the Cathedral Basilica and the traditional Procesión de la Alegría. The procession honored the Risen Jesus and the Virgin of Joy in one of Holy Week’s most moving moments.