Families in Lebanon are still searching the ruins four weeks after a massive Israeli airstrike killed more than 350 people in minutes. The attack has intensified fears of a broader regional escalation.
Panama City has enabled a temporary salvoconducto for drivers affected by the suspension of 2026 plate delivery. The permit allows motorists to keep circulating while regular issuance is paused.
Electoral prosecutors searched the Arraiján mayor’s office amid an investigation into a complaint over alleged political propaganda violations. The case involves Mayor Stefany Peñalba’s municipality in Panamá Oeste.
Panama’s top football league has launched an investigation after a late own goal sparked fresh match-fixing suspicions. The case comes amid ongoing concern over integrity in Panamanian football after earlier convictions tied to Operation Garra.
Avenida Central in Panama City is being restored in an effort to recover its historic and architectural identity. The project seeks to replace disorder and deterioration with a more orderly and heritage-focused urban corridor.
Panama’s 2026 National U12 Baseball Championship groups are now set, with the tournament slated to begin next weekend. The event will showcase the country’s young baseball talent in one of its most important youth competitions.
The Panama Canal’s board of directors and advisory board are meeting in the United States to study logistics and infrastructure models that could inform future strategy. Their visit to Norfolk includes tours of distribution centers, port operations, and a tunnel project.
Panama’s foreign minister and Bahrain’s foreign minister discussed security in the Strait of Hormuz and the importance of freedom of navigation. The conversation reflects Panama’s ongoing focus on maritime stability and global shipping routes.
UNACHI is under scrutiny after teachers alleged the university owes about $12 million linked to insurance payments. The dispute raises questions about financial management and accountability at the public university.
Panama has recorded more than 200 structural fires so far this year, with firefighters warning about intentional blazes and unsafe candle use. Authorities are urging residents and businesses to tighten basic fire-prevention habits.
Panama’s Electoral Prosecutor’s Office met with the ATTT to examine the use of the slogan “Con paso firme” on vehicle plates. The review reflects growing attention to political messaging in everyday public spaces.
Panama’s Ministry of Health is rolling out telemedicine and pharmacy pickup for medicines nationwide to improve access and make care more convenient. The initiative aims to connect remote consultations with easier prescription access.
Panama City is intensifying drainage cleaning in flood-prone neighborhoods, including Bella Vista and Paitilla, to help reduce street flooding during heavy rains. The effort targets low-lying areas near key routes and the Hospital del Niño.
The Panama Canal Authority is meeting in Virginia to review River Indio, new port projects, a gas pipeline and leadership succession. The talks also cover the Canal’s 2025–2035 strategy and efforts to diversify income.
Panamanian authorities dismantled a drug trafficking network that used courier services to send narcotics from Panama to North America and Europe. At least 11 people were arrested in 10 coordinated raids across the country.
Residents and authorities cleaned Palmas Bellas beach in Chagres, Colón, removing solid waste to protect the marine ecosystem and promote environmental awareness. The effort also encouraged visitors and locals to keep beaches free of trash.
Fundación Libertad Ciudadana launched La ruta de la plata, a digital platform that organizes private campaign financing data for candidates elected in Panama’s 2024 elections. The tool aims to improve transparency around electoral income and spending.
Mega Bingo TV Mundial 2026 has launched in Panama with prizes including a house, a pick-up truck and trips to see the national team. Money raised from cartón sales will support social programs for vulnerable families.
Panama’s football authorities are facing renewed scrutiny after two match-fixing convictions, a pending trial and a fresh LPF controversy raised new concerns. Prosecutors say players were offered money to influence results.
IMA agro-fairs will take place Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. at several points across Panama, offering low-cost staples from the basic food basket. The events aim to help families save on everyday grocery purchases.