IDAAN said the Pacora water plant is back to normal after a chlorine leak, with water quality meeting standards. The Pan-American Highway in the area has also reopened.
Yamireth Batista, the representative of Ancón, said her assets come from her salary and denied receiving formal notice in the case. She said she learned of the matter through social media and is now working with lawyers.
ATTT enforced transit rules against buses with irregularities in La Cabima, Panama Norte, and said inspections will continue across the city. The campaign aims to ensure safer and legal public transportation for riders.
Panamanian shortstop José Caballero is emerging as a key player for the Yankees, boosted by strong defense and elite baserunning. His growing role has pushed Anthony Volpe to Triple-A and strengthened his hold on the starting job.
Parents in Hualaca are protesting teacher transfers they say have disrupted classes for nearly 200 students. Families are urging authorities to act quickly to protect students’ right to education.
Parents in Gualaca protested teacher transfers that have disrupted classes for nearly 200 students. Families are urging authorities to act quickly to protect students’ right to education.
Unachi is under pressure over a $5.8 million monthly payroll, with the rector earning more than Panama’s president. The university is also facing a cash crunch, CSS debt, and ongoing nepotism probes.
Panama has accused China of coercing vessels sailing under the Panamanian flag, raising new concerns over maritime pressure and sovereignty. The dispute highlights the importance of Panama’s shipping registry and its role in global trade.
Panama’s foreign minister criticized China’s crackdown on ships during a visit to Beijing, urging officials to push back. The comments highlight how maritime disputes can shape Panama’s diplomacy and canal-centered economy.
The Inter-American Court of Human Rights opened its 189th regular session in Panama City, bringing regional human rights hearings back to the country for the third time. The agenda includes cases from Guatemala, Venezuela, and Argentina, alongside messages defending multilateralism and the rule of law.
Panama is participating for the first time in the SelectUSA Investment Summit, with meetings planned with senior U.S. officials. The move highlights Panama’s effort to strengthen business ties and raise its profile in key investment circles.
Registration is now open for Panama’s 2026 National Oratory Contest, and organizers are introducing changes aimed at raising the level of competition. The event remains a major platform for student public speaking and academic excellence.
Bella Vista residents are pushing for more police presence and improved surveillance as concerns over insecurity grow in the Panama City district. Local authorities say stronger visibility is key to restoring safety.
Panama’s Lotería Nacional will hold its Wednesday miercolito draw on May 6, 2026, with players able to follow the results on TV and online. The weekly draw remains a familiar fixture for lottery watchers across the country.
A UN draft resolution would sanction Iran for restricting navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and press for a humanitarian corridor through the key shipping lane. The move could ripple through global energy markets and maritime trade.
Russian glide bombs killed at least 22 people in Ukraine as attacks on Kramatorsk, Zaporizhzhia and Chernihiv intensified before a proposed ceasefire. The strikes highlight the war’s continuing danger to civilians and its wider global impact.
Police are investigating a violent assault on a couple on Balboa Avenue in Panama City, a case that has sparked concern in the capital. The attack has renewed attention on security in one of the city’s busiest areas.
The United States killed two people in another strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean, bringing the death toll from the campaign to at least 188. The operation adds to growing scrutiny of Washington’s escalating anti-trafficking efforts in Latin American waters.
Panama City remembered the 112th anniversary of the El Polvorín tragedy, honoring six firefighters who died in the 1914 explosion. The annual tribute included floral offerings and the traditional roll call of honor.
Panama’s banking sector is facing fresh pressure to improve anti-money laundering controls, with a focus on beneficial ownership, PEP monitoring and stronger reporting. A new supervisory framework has added momentum, but enforcement remains the key test.