Panama’s Seco Herrerano is gaining new attention as bartenders feature the national sugarcane spirit in creative cocktails. The renewed interest highlights the drink’s cultural role and modern appeal.
An Israeli strike in Gaza killed five people, including three children, as Gaza officials said Israel has violated the October ceasefire deal 2,400 times. The attack adds fresh pressure on an already fragile truce.
Iran says it is ready for talks but blames the United States for blocking progress, as a fragile ceasefire remains under strain. The standoff could still affect regional stability, energy markets and global shipping.
Some ships recently paid more than $1 million for Panama Canal crossing slots as a temporary surge in demand pushed auction prices higher. The spike underscores the canal’s role as a vital global trade route and a key asset for Panama.
A historical look at U.S. “big stick” diplomacy revisits Panama’s independence and the early canal deal that shaped the country’s future. The episode remains central to understanding Panama’s sovereignty and strategic role in global trade.
Drought-driven water shortages are forcing new thinking about the Panama Canal, with ambitious plans under discussion to secure its future. The stakes are enormous for global trade and Panama’s economy.
Vamos deputies are warning that Panama’s ethanol bill could raise food, consumer and environmental risks. They are pushing for stricter safeguards before any mandatory fuel blend advances.
Panama is working to meet EU deadlines that could remove the country from the bloc’s tax haven list in October 2026. The plan hinges on a Fiscal Code reform and progress on international transparency standards.
Panama’s political tensions are deepening over the bioethanol bill, Contraloría salary suspensions, and repeated ministerial no-shows before the Assembly. The dispute now extends to Parlacen, where efforts to seek protection for former officials met a blunt rejection.
A citizen has asked Panama City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi to clarify spending on advisers, advertising and the suspension of Calle 50 works. City Hall says it will respond within the legal deadline and disputes some of the figures cited.
Chiriquí and Bocas del Toro meet again in the 2026 national baseball final, renewing a rivalry that has decided several Panamanian championships. Both teams arrive with strong records, star contributors and a history of close postseason battles.
The reaffirmation of Ricardo Martinelli’s New Business conviction strengthens the case against his persecution narrative and puts fresh pressure on his asylum claim. The ruling also raises broader questions about rule of law and equal justice in Panama.
Panama’s 311 citizen hotline will move to new operator SITMAS on May 1 after an open bidding process. Officials say the change will improve service, reduce wait times, and end years of direct contracting.
Panama is facing renewed debate over why political salaries often outpace teachers’ pay while public schools continue to rely on patchwork repairs. The discussion has also revived calls for a more structured annual maintenance plan.
CADE 2026 opened in Panama with a debate on OECD standards, trust, and the reforms needed to attract investment and create jobs. The forum marks 60 years of CADE as APEDE pushes a long-term competitiveness agenda.
More than 91,000 customers were affected by a major power outage in Panama City and Panamá Oeste. The interruption hit a densely populated and economically important part of the country.
Authorities seized eight firearms inside La Joya Penitentiary in Panama City, and one death was also reported. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in Panama’s prison system.
The U.S. Army is preparing to create an AI-based autonomous warfighting force in Panama, underscoring the country’s strategic role in regional security. The move highlights how advanced military technology is increasingly shaping defense planning in Latin America.
Panama City neighborhoods Bella Vista and Betania rank among the top areas for vehicle theft in Panama, with Chiriquí and Panamá Oeste also standing out. The pattern highlights a nationwide crime problem affecting both urban centers and key transit corridors.
Panama’s National Police arrested people involved in a shooting near Doleguita School in Chiriquí’s Dolega district. No injuries or deaths were reported after the midday confrontation.