Cobre Panamá is advancing a hiring process tied to its preservation and safe management plan, with more than 1,300 people already hired and 1,000 more direct jobs projected. Most positions are going to residents of nearby communities in Coclé and Colón.
Israel is accused of more than 2,400 violations of the Gaza ceasefire, deepening concerns that the truce is collapsing. The breakdown threatens humanitarian relief efforts and wider regional stability.
Costa Arriba de Colón is expanding its tourism options with a new animal refuge, adding another attraction to a region known for nature and outdoor activities. The move strengthens the area’s appeal for visitors seeking varied experiences in Colón province.
Iran’s foreign minister is heading to Moscow for talks as Trump says Iranian leaders can call if they want to negotiate. The moves point to active diplomacy amid rising regional tensions.
The final series of Panama’s 83rd National Major Baseball Championship between Chiriquí and Bocas del Toro is available on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ on YouTube. The multi-platform coverage gives fans wider access to one of the country’s top sporting events.
Residents in Parita are demanding urgent repairs to roads tied to the PCP project, saying the damaged routes have affected transport, farming, and school travel for years. The issue has become a daily obstacle for local communities.
Chame is mourning the loss of a pastor and his family after a fatal crash. The bus driver remains detained pending a hearing that will define his legal status.
Casco Peatonal has completed its first year in Panama City, drawing more than 800 visitors and generating about $15 million. The pedestrian project has helped strengthen Casco Antiguo’s role as a cultural and tourism hub.
Dolega is promoting a cable car project meant to connect its highland areas and turn the district’s geography into a tourism attraction. The plan is part of a local push to strengthen Chiriquí’s visitor economy.
Panama’s mining debate is increasingly centered on water security, with critics warning that extraction in Donoso could threaten the Canal and the country’s long-term future. The controversy also keeps the Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling and public opposition to mining in sharp focus.
Colón held a mass pet sterilization campaign that completed 1,000 procedures in one day. The effort is part of Misión Patitas, which has now surpassed 25,000 interventions nationwide.
Star Princess transited the Panama Canal, underscoring Princess Cruises’ long history with canal voyages dating back to 1967. The crossing highlights Panama’s role as both a global shipping corridor and a major tourism draw.
The Star Princess visited the Panama Canal, highlighting the country’s continuing role in global cruise travel and maritime tourism. The stop reinforces the canal’s appeal as a signature experience for international passengers.
Panama’s mining debate is shifting toward economic recovery, with growing attention on jobs, public revenue and environmental safeguards. The conversation now centers on how to reopen responsibly rather than whether development and protection can coexist.
Panama’s medicine shortages reflect deeper failures in procurement, logistics, and oversight across the public health system. The debate now centers on coordination, not individual blame.
The Metro de Panamá has begun testing the Line 3 monorail in Panamá Oeste, a key step toward opening the new transit corridor. The project is aimed at improving mobility for commuters who travel between the western metro area and Panama City.
Authorities in Panama arrested a suspect known as “Chispa” in San Miguelito in connection with an aggravated homicide case. The detention follows an apprehension order issued by the Homicide and Femicide Prosecutor’s Office.
The IMA is staging agro-fairs across Panama this Monday, with rice sold at $5 and other low-cost food items available from 8:00 a.m. The events are aimed at helping families save on essential groceries.
A dog was injured in a shooting in San Miguelito, and police took the animal to a veterinarian while detaining two minors. The case highlights the wider toll of gun violence in one of Panama’s busiest districts.
Police in Soná, Veraguas, arrested a man accused of a sexual offense as part of an active criminal investigation. The case highlights ongoing public safety and justice concerns in the district.