Panamanian police have identified four suspects in the killing of Jesús Alemán in Juan Díaz. Authorities are also stressing better coordination at crowded events to help prevent violence.
Marco Rubio accused China of bullying after Panama-flagged ships were held up in the wake of a Panama Canal clash. The dispute highlights the canal’s global importance and the geopolitical pressure surrounding Panama’s maritime role.
Marco Rubio has voiced concern over China’s detention and intensified inspections of Panama-flagged ships, while saying the United States stands firmly with Panama. The issue adds to broader tensions over Chinese influence and Panama’s strategic maritime role.
The United States has warned that China’s actions involving Panama-flagged ships raise serious concerns about the rule of law. The issue underscores Panama’s importance in global maritime trade and shipping stability.
TVMAX will air Marlins vs. Yankees live on Saturday at 6:00 p.m., drawing attention from Panamanian baseball fans following MLB players from Panama. The matchup comes as interest grows around Panameños making their mark in the majors.
A woman was killed in La Chorrera, prompting a police investigation. Authorities recovered a firearm and ammunition during an operation in the area.
Marco Rubio’s criticism of China over detained Panama-flagged ships puts Panama’s maritime registry back in the spotlight. The dispute underscores how closely the country’s shipping interests are tied to global politics.
Panama City marked Holy Thursday with the traditional seven-church visit in Casco Antiguo, followed by processions for the Santa Cena and Jesus Nazareno. The observances underscored the capital’s deep-rooted Holy Week traditions.
Tensions over the Panama Canal are putting port operations and shipping stability under the spotlight. Panama is treating the issue as a domestic matter tied to control of a critical national asset.
Veraguas defeated Los Santos 11-1 to clinch its playoff berth and eliminate Los Santos and Panama Metro from the 2026 National Major Baseball Championship. Fedebeis then set the final bracket using the TQB tiebreaker.
Marco Rubio warned that China’s actions involving Panama-flagged ships raise serious concerns about the rule of law. The issue highlights Panama’s global maritime importance and the risks facing its shipping registry.
Transport operators in Panama Oeste say service reductions could come despite a fuel subsidy, citing rising operating costs. The warning raises concerns for thousands of daily users who depend on public transport in the province.
INADEH trained 22 technicians in solar energy over eight months in Ngäbe Buglé, supporting efforts to bring electricity to schools in the comarca. The initiative links renewable energy skills with local development in one of Panama’s most remote regions.
FBI agents have traveled to Cuba to investigate the fatal shooting of five men aboard a U.S.-flagged speedboat in February. The case adds a new layer of sensitivity to already strained U.S.-Cuba relations.
Panama’s Holy Week alcohol ban suspends the sale and consumption of alcoholic drinks in bars, bodegas, cantinas, and nightclubs. The Ley Seca is part of the country’s Semana Santa observance and public order measures.
A nine-year-old boy in Lebanon survived an Israeli airstrike that killed his family members in the Baalbek area. The case underscores the rising civilian toll of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has removed the Army’s top uniformed officer as Washington continues military operations against Iran. The abrupt move raises questions about Pentagon strategy and civilian control during wartime.
Panama economists are urging the government to manage fuel subsidy spending efficiently as fuel price pressures threaten the country’s 2026 economic outlook. Their focus is on disciplined budget execution and targeted relief.
Marco Rubio said China’s detentions of Panama-flagged vessels have raised concerns, highlighting risks for Panama’s global shipping registry. The issue matters for the country’s maritime standing and international trade reputation.
Panama’s MIDES removed 450 beneficiaries from social programs after a vehicle registry verification with the ATTT identified recipients with vehicle records. The review found 8,010 beneficiaries linked to some type of registration.