Panama’s IMA is holding agricultural fairs on May 4 and 5, with rice sold for $5 at locations across several provinces and districts. The events aim to improve access to affordable staple foods for Panamanian families.
Taboga is being supplied with water from a new treatment plant while IDAAN repairs the island’s damaged facility. The water is limited to essential uses until laboratory testing confirms it is safe to drink.
José “Magnífico” Núñez has entered the WBA super lightweight rankings at No. 7 after defeating Olympic gold medalist Erislandy Álvarez. The win makes him the second Panamanian boxer to beat an Olympic champion, joining Roberto Durán in a historic milestone.
Barbados narrowly missed the quarter-finals at the Pan American Surf Games in Panama, falling just short in a tightly contested regional surfing event. The result highlights the competitive level of the Americas field and Barbados’ progress on the international stage.
César Blackman won his third Slovak league title with Slovan Bratislava after assisting the only goal in the championship-clinching match. The Panamanian defender now returns to national team duty as Panama builds toward the 2026 World Cup cycle.
Panama was part of a multinational operation against child abuse networks that led to seven arrests in the country and 84 overall. The crackdown spanned several countries and highlighted growing cross-border law enforcement cooperation.
Veraguas has added a robot-assisted digital surgical exoscope, bringing high-precision surgery access to nearly one million people across five Panamanian provinces. The technology strengthens specialized care outside Panama City.
San Miguelito’s new weekend curfew led to 40 detentions on its first night, including two minors. Police said the operation targeted areas with high crime levels and will continue through the weekend.
Panama is again at the center of US-China tensions as China assumes the UN Security Council presidency. The country’s strategic role, shaped by the Panama Canal, makes its diplomacy especially significant.
The IMA will hold agro-fairs in Panama on May 4 and 5, with low-cost products available from 8:00 a.m. The events are expected to draw shoppers looking for affordable staples, including rice.
President José Raúl Mulino named Felipe Chapman’s brother-in-law to the SMV board, raising ethics questions under Panama’s public service rules. Chapman defended the appointment and said the focus should be on the nominee’s experience.
Wars and territorial disputes are putting global shipping rules under strain, raising costs and uncertainty across key trade routes. Panama could feel the effects through shifting Canal traffic and higher logistics risk.
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck southern Panama on Saturday, followed by a 3.0 aftershock near Puerto Armuelles. No damage or injuries have been reported as monitoring continues in Chiriquí.
Taboga’s water supply is under restriction after faults were found in the island’s treatment plant. Idaan is providing water from a new plant, but it is not yet approved for human consumption.
IMA will hold agricultural fairs in multiple provinces and regions on May 4 and 5, with sales starting at 8:00 a.m. Rice will be available for $5 at the markets.
Firefighters recovered the body of a man missing in Veranillo, San Miguelito, after he was swept away by a flash flood. The case highlights the deadly risks of sudden flooding in Panama’s rainy season.
Veraguas’ Luis “Chicho” Fábrega Hospital has added a robotic surgical exoscope, a tool that will support higher-precision operations for nearly one million people across five provinces. The Ministry of Health says the equipment is part of efforts to modernize Panama’s hospital network.
José Córdoba delivered a notable performance for Norwich City in England’s Championship, reinforcing his value as Panama continues to rely on players competing abroad. His club form comes as Panama prepares for a friendly against Brazil later this month.
A young man was found dead in Chanis after a search that began in Veranillo, becoming Panama’s first fatal incident of the rainy season. Authorities are warning of heavy rain, flooding, and dangerous river rises through May 4.
China’s presidency of the UN Security Council begins as Panama faces mounting pressure in a dispute over canal-linked ports and detained vessels. President José Raúl Mulino says Panama is defending its interests while keeping ties with China intact.
