A U.S. soldier has been charged after allegedly profiting from insider knowledge tied to a Venezuela operation involving Nicolás Maduro. The case spotlights the risks of prediction markets and the sensitivity of U.S.-Venezuela tensions.
Former Colón mayor Alex Lee was ordered held in preventive detention after being charged with embezzlement tied to funds managed during his time as treasurer of Barrio Sur. The case follows earlier corruption allegations against Lee and adds to scrutiny over public spending in Panama.
Trump has extended a ceasefire window with Iran, but tensions are rising fast after Iranian forces seized two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The standoff threatens a key global shipping lane and could ripple through energy and trade markets.
Israeli and Lebanese officials met in Washington to extend a 10-day ceasefire arrangement and discuss steps to reduce cross-border attacks. The talks come amid efforts to prevent a wider regional escalation involving Hezbollah.
Vásquez said the choice of the next Panama Canal administrator belongs to the Canal Authority’s 11-member board. The comment highlights the institutional process behind leadership at one of Panama’s most important assets.
The PRD warned of alleged irregularities in judicial proceedings and said questionable evidence could threaten Panama’s institutional stability. The party’s comments add pressure to ongoing debates over justice and public trust.
Police detained a man after an attempted armed robbery at a jewelry store in Plaza 5 de Mayo, Panama City. Authorities said he entered the business with a revolver and intended to steal high-value merchandise.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance says each participant in the 2026 Fiscal Lottery can win only one prize per regional drawing. The rule is one of the first confirmed details tied to the upcoming lottery.
A bee attack in Arraiján, Panama Oeste, killed five dogs and sent a young man to the hospital. Firefighters and SUME 911 responded after neighbors reported aggressive insect behavior.
An attack of bees in Arraiján left two people affected and caused the deaths of five dogs. The incident underscores the public safety risks posed by aggressive swarms in populated areas.
Traffic through the Panama Canal is rising, while the Panama Canal Authority is pushing back on reports of unusually high auction prices for transit slots. The developments highlight the canal’s central role in Panama’s economy and global shipping.
A DACA recipient who was detained and deported has been allowed back into the United States, spotlighting the reach of Trump’s immigration crackdown. The case comes as DHS says more than 675,000 immigrants have been deported in the first year of his second term.
Panama’s Maritime Authority is in direct contact with the operators and owner of a Panamanian-flagged vessel intercepted in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident underscores the global reach of Panama’s ship registry and the strategic importance of the waterway.
Businesses are paying up to $4 million to move ships through the Panama Canal as tensions affecting the Strait of Hormuz disrupt global shipping routes. The surge highlights the canal’s role as a critical alternative for international trade.
Transit fees for the Panama Canal have jumped as Middle East conflict disrupts shipping and pushes more vessels to seek alternative routes. The rise highlights the canal’s role as a key shortcut in global trade and a major source of revenue for Panama.
Panama earned its 21st medal at the IV South American Youth Games Panama 2026 with a karate podium finish. The result adds to the host nation’s strong showing in the regional competition.
ATTT inspectors and the National Police carried out a public transport operation at Plaza 5 de Mayo in Panama City to reinforce safety and rule compliance. The action targeted one of the capital’s busiest transit points.
Panama’s Maritime Authority is monitoring two Panamanian-flagged ships involved in separate incidents in the Strait of Hormuz and has urged vessels to avoid the area. The warning highlights growing security risks in one of the world’s most important shipping lanes.
Panama will receive documents this Friday, April 24, for the 2026 General Scholarship Contest. The program covers students in primary, secondary, and university education.
Traffic through the Panama Canal is rising, but officials are moving to ease fears of major congestion. The canal remains a crucial link in global shipping and a pillar of Panama’s economy.