Panama City’s holiday celebrations revealed a stark divide between tourists in the historic center and people living on the streets. The rise in homelessness underscores gaps in prevention, care, and reintegration.
Coclé faces Bocas del Toro at 7 p.m. Sunday in Mayor Baseball 2026, with live coverage available on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and TVMAX Panamá YouTube.
President Donald Trump said a second crew member from a downed U.S. F-15E fighter jet was rescued after a major operation in Iran. The recovery came amid a heavy firefight and renewed attention on U.S.-Iran tensions.
Analysts are warning that the Bab el-Mandeb Strait could become the next major shipping flashpoint as Houthi attacks raise fears of disruption in the Red Sea. Any escalation could push up energy and freight costs worldwide, including in Panama and Latin America.
A killer bee swarm in Penonomé, Panama, injured about 150 people and sent 50 to hospital. The incident disrupted a public gathering and raised urgent safety concerns.
Credit card use in Panama has climbed to more than 876,000 cards, even as delinquency and interest rates rise. The trend points to stronger reliance on revolving credit and growing pressure on household budgets.
April is the key month for Panama property owners to review the IBI, pay the first installment by April 30, and qualify for a 10% annual discount. Missing deadlines brings surcharges and late interest.
The Panama Papers became a landmark investigation into offshore secrecy, placing Panama at the center of a global debate over hidden wealth and financial transparency. The revelations transformed how governments and the public view shell companies and opaque ownership structures.
Panama’s energy pressures are putting household budgets under strain, making savings, efficiency and careful planning more important. The focus is on reducing waste at home, managing fuel use and building financial buffers against inflation.
Hillary Heron advanced to two finals at the Artistic Gymnastics World Cup in Cairo 2026, giving Panama another strong showing on the international stage. She also competed in the balance beam event.
Panama is being positioned as a potential hub for energy buffering, with pre-positioned fuel stocks seen as a way to reduce global supply disruptions. The proposal could also bring investment and logistics activity into the country.
Iran said Iraqi ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz without restrictions, highlighting the waterway’s role in Gulf trade and global energy security. The message comes amid rising transit traffic and ongoing regional tensions.
Playa Veracruz attracted both Panamanians and foreign visitors on Saturday as families gathered to enjoy a day by the sea. The beach remains a popular weekend escape near the capital area.
Vendors at Merca Panamá are reporting lower customer traffic and weaker sales as prices hold steady for some products and rise for others. The shift is putting pressure on merchants at one of Panama’s key food markets.
Panama has deployed 140 maritime inspectors nationwide to reinforce safety during the Semana Santa travel rush. Bocas del Toro is among the areas receiving extra oversight as tourist arrivals increase.
Pesé marked Holy Week with its traditional Semana Santa Viviente, featuring more than 150 performers and drawing thousands of people. The reenactment brought biblical scenes of the Passion of Jesus Christ to the streets of the district.
A vehicle with eight occupants, including children, overturned on the Pan-American Highway in Chiriquí. SENAFRONT rescued the passengers after the crash.
Public-private partnerships are being promoted as a faster way for Panama to improve water service, hospitals, schools and logistics infrastructure. The model is also seen as a tool to create jobs and strengthen investor confidence.
Panama’s National Police detained 172 people in 24 hours, while search operations led to the recovery of two cars and the seizure of firearms and drugs. The actions reflect ongoing nationwide efforts against crime and trafficking.
Families filled the Pacora River on Holy Saturday, keeping alive one of Panama’s most traditional ways to beat the heat and spend the holiday weekend. The outing reflected the lasting appeal of river trips during Easter season.