A 65-year-old man was convicted of homicide in La Chorrera for the death of an 89-year-old woman and sentenced to 30 years in prison. The case highlights ongoing concerns about violence against older adults in Panama Oeste.
Panama’s Ministry of Health highlighted progress in cancer care, including new treatment centers and service improvements. The changes are aimed at improving access and strengthening oncology services nationwide.
The Panama Canal remains a vital shortcut for world shipping, saving time and costs on major trade routes. Its role also underscores Panama’s lasting importance in global commerce.
Panama’s port sector is feeling pressure as prolonged tensions around the Strait of Hormuz keep global shipping and energy markets unstable. The country’s role as a maritime hub makes it vulnerable to higher fuel costs, shifting cargo routes and broader trade uncertainty.
A student was injured in an incident near an educational center in San Miguelito and is receiving medical attention. Meduca is in contact with the family to provide support.
INADEH and the Panama Canal Authority have signed an agreement to boost technical training with a strong practical focus. The partnership aims to better prepare workers for Canal-related operations and Panama’s broader logistics economy.
Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino confirmed that Israeli President Isaac Herzog will visit Panama in May. The trip highlights the two countries’ long-standing diplomatic relationship.
Panama’s CEPANIM program allows payments to be claimed after a beneficiary’s death if the claimant meets the program’s requirements. Families must register and provide the proper documents to receive the benefit in 2026.
A judge ordered provisional detention for the driver of an Aguadulce-Panama bus after a fatal crash in Chame killed four members of one family. The case now moves forward through Panama’s criminal justice system.
Antonio Tercero González appeared before a National Assembly commission after being nominated to lead IDAAN, the agency responsible for Panama’s water and sewer services. The hearing comes as potable water management remains a key public concern.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived in the United States for a state visit that underscores transatlantic ties amid tensions linked to the Iran conflict. The trip carries diplomatic weight well beyond ceremony.
Panama’s Ministry of Health has launched a National Integrated Cancer Care Project to confront a disease responsible for 17% of deaths in the country. Health officials say cancer kills five to seven Panamanians each day.
Panama’s Minister of Government announced measures after a prisoner was killed at La Joya prison. The inmate had been serving a homicide sentence upheld in 1998.
Panama’s Health Ministry reviewed the first year of its integrated cancer care project, highlighting an effort to improve coordination in diagnosis and treatment. The program is part of broader public health work to strengthen cancer services in the country.
Ali Jalil was taken to the Prosecutor’s Office to provide an investigative statement in the Alas Chiricanas case. The move comes as Panama continues to process one of its most significant criminal investigations.
Panama pressed the UN Security Council to protect freedom of navigation as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and detentions of Panamanian-flagged ships put maritime trade at risk. Vice Foreign Minister Carlos Hoyos called for diplomacy, respect for international law, and the release of detained vessels.
Israel and Hezbollah have intensified their border confrontation, with threats of major retaliation raising fears of a wider regional conflict. The escalation comes as the Gaza war continues to inflame tensions across the Middle East.
Panama condemned attacks in the Strait of Hormuz at the UN and warned that rising inspections and detentions of Panamanian-flagged ships could unsettle global supply chains. The government framed maritime security as vital to international trade and the credibility of its flag registry.
Panama’s National Scholarship Contest now requires students to maintain a 4.5 average or higher to stay eligible. The cutoff puts academic performance at the center of access to public education support.
Residents of Macaracas in Los Santos have gone eight days without potable water and are relying on installed tanks to meet basic needs. The shortage is disrupting daily life and highlighting the strain on local water service.