A 14-year-old Abel Bravo student died after armed men entered a home in Colón’s Altos de Los Portales de San Judas and opened fire. The killing has left the school community in mourning.
Residents of El Carate, Las Tablas, are on edge after masked men armed with a gun carried out a robbery at a dance hall. The incident has intensified concern about safety in the community.
Guillermina Martínez’s rise from Contraloría fiscal controller at Unachi to head of Human Resources is drawing scrutiny amid long-running concerns over the university’s payroll and governance. The appointment has renewed debate over transparency at the Chiriquí public university.
Panama’s Assembly president said withheld payments will be restored in the coming days, with workers’ salaries the top priority. The move is aimed at easing pressure on employees and normalizing payroll inside the legislature.
The Ministry of Health will hold a three-day white and green card fair in Tocumen, with service available each morning from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The event is aimed at helping residents complete an important health credential closer to home.
Panama’s former World Cup stars beat Argentina 9-7 in a lively legends futsal match at Arena Roberto Durán. The event drew fans eager to relive memories of Panama’s rise on the international stage.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has established the procedure for issuing and redeeming CEPANIM under Executive Decree No. 19. The rules are aimed at organizing the process for retirees and beneficiaries tied to the program.
Urgent surgeries are continuing at Chitré’s Dr. Gustavo Nelson Collado Hospital while elective procedures are temporarily paused for air-conditioning repairs in the operating rooms. Patients scheduled for planned surgeries have already been contacted.
A rare Adalberto Carrasquilla rookie card sold for $1,000, setting a new record for a Panamanian football collectible. The sale highlights the rising value of rare sports memorabilia in Panama.
Trump said the Iran ceasefire is on “life support” after the U.S. rejected a Tehran proposal that reportedly included nuclear concessions. The warning highlights growing uncertainty over a fragile diplomatic pause with wider regional and global implications.
Panama has opened the first debate on a bill to change Fiscal Code rules on economic substance, with more than 60 invited participants. The proposal could shape tax compliance, transparency, and the country’s business climate.
Panama’s comptroller agreed to reverse the unpaid-leave measure affecting 43 Assembly workers after meeting with lawmakers and the president of the National Assembly. The dispute had escalated into a criminal complaint alleging abuse of power and falsification.
IFARHU has opened regional offices for parents and guardians who missed the deadline to submit documents for the 2026 General Scholarship Competition. The move offers families another chance to complete the process.
Panama’s Superior Court of Appeals upheld the decision not to impose personal precautionary measures on nine defendants in the IFARHU case. The ruling keeps their pretrial status unchanged as the judicial process continues.
Ismael Díaz turns 29 as he prepares for a possible second World Cup with Panama and a leading role in the team’s 2026 campaign. The León striker says the squad wants more than participation after learning from Russia 2018.
Panama’s Fiscal Lottery 2026 closes its national envelope deposit this Friday, reinforcing the campaign’s push for stronger tax culture. The initiative rewards consumers who ask for fiscal invoices when making purchases.
Panama’s National Assembly has started consultations on a fiscal reform that would tighten controls on multinational companies without a physical presence in the country. The government says the plan is meant to strengthen, not weaken, Panama’s financial system.
Panama has issued rules for Cepanim certificates tied to unpaid interest on the second installment of the thirteenth-month bonus. Payments will be redeemed in stages from 2029 through 2032.
The 2026 General Scholarship Competition document intake will be held on Tuesday, May 12 in Panama, Veraguas and the Ngäbe Buglé comarque. The process is a key step for students seeking support through Panama’s national scholarship system.
Panama’s tourism administrator said isolated incidents are not damaging the country’s image and praised police efficiency. She also urged travelers to follow basic safety advice on timing and areas to avoid.