Heavy rains in Panama have carried tons of trash into rivers, reviving concern over pollution and the country’s environmental management. Barriers have helped keep waste from reaching the sea, but the problem remains visible.
Apunachi is demanding the immediate resignation of Unachi Rector Etelvina Medianero de Bonagas, citing financial strain, administrative failures and ongoing controversy. The dispute renews pressure on Panama’s public university system and its leadership.
Panama’s National Assembly has approved a reform that imposes prison terms of up to 10 years for blocking public roads or access to beaches and rivers. The bill now goes to President José Raúl Mulino for possible approval.
Polymarket reopened in Panama after a 2022 U.S. regulatory shutdown and has operated there for years, drawing attention to the country’s business-friendly environment. Its elusive headquarters has made the company a notable example of Panama’s role as a base for international digital firms.
U.S. forces fired on Iranian units and sank six small boats in the Strait of Hormuz as Washington launched a new effort to protect civilian shipping. The escalation raises risks for global energy markets and trade routes tied to Panama and Latin America.
Panama suffered a heavy defeat to Canada in FIBA World Cup qualifying in Edmonton. The result highlighted the challenge facing Panama against one of the region’s strongest basketball teams.
The WHO says hantavirus in the cruise ship outbreak likely began before passengers boarded, pointing to exposure in Argentina or during wildlife activities. Three people have died and contact tracing is underway across multiple countries.
Tigo Panama plans to invest $100 million in a new data center and network expansion, boosting the country’s digital infrastructure. The project is aimed at serving local users and international companies operating near the Panamanian market.
Panamanian authorities detained 11 people in a drug trafficking case linked to shipments headed for North America and Europe. The investigation began in 2024 after officials detected activity by a group made up of Panamanians and foreigners.
Panama’s foreign minister is pushing lawmakers to challenge China over ship detentions affecting the country’s merchant fleet. The dispute underscores Panama’s vulnerability as a global shipping hub.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecast for Panama’s Pacific side, with early-morning rain likely in maritime zones and isolated showers in several provinces. The wet pattern could affect travel and outdoor plans across multiple regions.
Panama’s foreign minister is pressing Beijing over rising detentions tied to the country’s merchant fleet and urging opposition lawmakers to intervene. The dispute underscores how quickly maritime tensions can become a diplomatic issue for Panama.
Panama’s education ministry is advancing more than $30 million in school projects for Panama East and Panama Oeste, including new campuses in Tocumen and Arraiján. The plan targets long-standing demands for better facilities in fast-growing communities.
Three people have died and one is critically ill after a hantavirus outbreak on a stranded cruise ship, with two cases confirmed and five more suspected. The incident has raised alarm over disease control in confined maritime settings.
Panamanian investment vehicle Erton has secured a US$500 million loan, underscoring Panama’s role as a regional financial center. The deal highlights continued lender appetite for large capital transactions tied to the country.
China’s embassy in Panama condemned remarks tied to U.S. Ambassador Kevin Marino Cabrera and Huawei, turning a technology dispute into another flashpoint in U.S.-China relations. The episode highlights Panama’s strategic role in regional diplomacy.
A suspect was shot by Secret Service officers near the White House and taken to hospital after the armed confrontation in Washington, D.C. The incident highlights the intense security pressure around the US presidency.
Russian strikes on Naftogaz gas facilities in Ukraine killed five people, including three workers and two rescuers, and wounded 37 others. The attack is the latest in a long campaign against Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
A Panamanian investment fund has secured a US$500 million loan, underscoring Panama’s continued role as a regional financial hub. The deal highlights lender confidence in Panamanian investment structures.
Skin diseases are spreading in Gaza’s overcrowded refugee camps as rising temperatures worsen already dire sanitation and health conditions. The outbreak highlights the growing humanitarian toll of the war and displacement crisis.