Panama’s National Lottery held its Wednesday drawing on April 1, 2026, drawing attention from players across the country. The midweek lottery remains a familiar and widely followed routine in Panama.
Panamanian Daniel Lauchú will carry the national flag during NASA’s Artemis II launch broadcast, giving Panama a visible role in the historic mission. The appearance adds a strong symbol of national pride to one of space exploration’s biggest milestones.
Panama’s ATTT fired an employee after a video showed conduct the agency called unacceptable. The institution said it rejects such behavior and remains committed to transparency.
The ATTT dismissed an official after he was caught drinking a beer inside a state-owned vehicle. The agency said it rejects such conduct and remains committed to transparency.
Several people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the Pan-American Highway in Natá, Coclé. The collision disrupted traffic on one of Panama’s busiest routes.
A four-vehicle collision on the Pan-American Highway in Natá left several people injured and affected traffic on a key national route. The crash highlights the ongoing safety risks on one of Panama’s busiest roads.
Minister Beatriz Carles de Arango appeared before the National Assembly to answer at least 42 questions about Panama’s child protection system. The hearing follows concerns raised over alleged irregularities at a Tocumen shelter run by Senniaf.
Panama’s jubilados and pensionados can access discounts on selected services and purchases under consumer protection rules outlined by ACODECO. The benefits are aimed at helping older adults reduce everyday costs.
Panama will activate lane reversals on major routes starting April 2 to handle holiday travel for Semana Santa. Authorities expect more than 100,000 vehicles to head to the interior and are deploying traffic units nationwide.
Panama has become a benchmark in specialty coffee, led by its famous Geisha beans and a broader reputation for premium-quality production. The country’s coffee sector now plays a major role in its global agricultural identity.
Panama’s tourism industry is posting stronger hotel occupancy and higher spending, with officials projecting $6.5 billion in visitor spending by 2025. Growth has been driven by airline partnerships, targeted marketing and the Panamá Stopover program.
Global leaders are trying to soften the impact of rising gas prices as the Iran war shakes oil markets. The conflict is raising inflation risks far beyond the Middle East, including in Latin America.
Two women in Panama were sentenced to 232 months in prison after trying to bring drugs and weapons into La Joyita prison. The case highlights ongoing concerns over contraband and security inside the country’s detention centers.
Authorities seized more than 1,900 suspected counterfeit items in operations at four businesses in Panama City’s 5 de Mayo area. The crackdown highlights continued efforts to combat illegal merchandise in the capital.
Seven teams are already through to the round of eight in Panama’s 2026 Mayor Baseball tournament. Veraguas and Panama Metro are contesting the final qualifying spot on April 1.
Iran has rejected Donald Trump’s claim that its president wanted a ceasefire, calling it baseless while separately asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz. The exchange highlights persistent U.S.-Iran tensions around one of the world’s most important energy routes.
Fuel prices in Panama rise on Friday, April 3, bringing a new adjustment to gasoline and diesel costs nationwide. The change is expected to affect drivers, transport operators, and businesses.
A hemodialysis patient had a vehicle stolen at the CSS complex on Transístmica in Panama City, with damaged cameras leaving no suspects identified. The case has raised new concerns over security at a major public health facility.
France is investigating a foiled plot against Bank of America’s Paris offices and suspects a possible link to the pro-Iranian group HAYI. Authorities say the connection has not yet been formally established.
Russia said it will keep supporting Cuba after the arrival of an oil tanker, while also accusing the United States of unprecedented pressure on the island. The move highlights Cuba’s continued dependence on outside energy assistance.