Panama’s Commission on Credentials reviewed the nomination of a new IDAAN director as lawmakers examined the state of the country’s water service. The candidate described a complex challenge affecting both coverage and quality.
Arraiján Mayor Stefany Peñalba missed a second scheduled meeting with Panama’s Electoral Prosecutor’s Office in a case involving school buses. The situation keeps the municipality under scrutiny as the process continues.
Authorities removed 500 pounds of plastic from Escudo de Veraguas-Degó in a cleanup that highlighted the pressure facing Panama’s protected island ecosystems. The operation brought together SINAP rangers and the Environmental Police.
Boza drew attention with a viral, humor-filled appearance on the Juanpis González show, where music and family support shaped the night. The moment highlighted the Panamanian artist’s growing regional profile.
A planned meeting between Comptroller Anel Flores and Vamos lawmakers was canceled amid tensions over post-election subsidy spending and accountability. The dispute highlights ongoing friction over transparency and public oversight in Panama.
Panama City’s rise was shaped by global trade and geography long before the canal era. The Panama Railroad and the isthmus’ strategic location helped turn the capital into a key commercial hub.
IFARHU is keeping the document submission process open for the 2026 General Scholarship Competition. The step is essential for students seeking to compete for education aid in Panama.
Two men were fatally shot in Villa Catalina, Colón, in an attack outside a mini-market now under investigation. The case adds to ongoing concern about violent crime in the province.
Panama City is targeting Canadian event planners as part of a wider push to grow business travel and attract more international meetings and incentives. The strategy highlights Panama’s effort to strengthen its role as a regional hub for corporate events.
Communities near the proposed River Indio reservoir are protesting the Panama Canal Authority plan, saying they reject relocation and want to keep their land. The dispute highlights the tension between canal water needs and local rights.
Panama’s Electoral Prosecutor inspected buses in Arraiján linked to a free transport program after questions arose over possible political promotion by Mayor Stefany Peñalba. The case centers on whether municipal resources were used to boost the mayor’s image.
Patients at the Dr. Raúl Dávila Mena Hospital in Changuinola say they are waiting months for specialist appointments because of staffing shortages. The delays are adding pressure on families who rely on public healthcare in Bocas del Toro.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the U.S. for entering the Iran war without a strategy, saying the conflict is now harder to end. His remarks highlight growing allied concern over the war’s direction and global fallout.
Russian drone strikes wounded 14 people in Odesa, while Ukrainian drones killed two in Russian-held Kherson. President Zelenskyy says Ukraine still needs more Patriot missiles to strengthen air defenses.
Panama City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi outlined how Parkea PTY will help manage parking in Casco Antiguo, with hourly fees going to the municipality for service improvements. The app is part of the city’s push to modernize urban management through technology.
The Puente de las Américas completed controlled load tests with satisfactory results after a tanker explosion prompted fresh inspections. Authorities will now analyze the data to define the bridge’s long-term maintenance plan.
The Vamos bloc says Comptroller Anel Flores canceled a meeting and demands the release of payments tied to its collaborators. The group is also calling for an immediate correction to their labor status.
Chiriquí beat Bocas del Toro in Game 3 of the Béisbol Mayor 2026 final, tightening the championship series and keeping its title hopes alive.
Panama will join Global Big Day 2026 on May 9, when birdwatchers worldwide will log species through eBird during a 24-hour count. With more than 700 recorded bird species, Panama is among the world’s most biodiverse countries for birds.
Panama’s CSS has explained how workers can register in Mi Caja Digital and download a digital employment record for labor procedures. The online process is part of the agency’s push to make public services easier to access.