IMA is evaluating whether Christmas food boxes could be sold through supermarket chains in Panama after an agro-food meeting. The plan could reshape how a popular holiday product reaches consumers.
The CSS will transfer surgical patients from Irma Tzanetatos Hospital to Ciudad de la Salud as it works to address hospital deficiencies. The move is part of a gradual effort to protect continuity of care in Panama’s public health system.
CSS rejected political campaigning inside hospitals and clarified the situation at the Irma de Lourdes Tzanetato hospital. The institution said it is addressing health system deficiencies gradually and responsibly with available resources.
Sporting San Miguelito announced José Calderón’s departure after FEPAFUT imposed a provisional suspension over alleged match-fixing. The case highlights ongoing integrity concerns in Panamanian football.
A citizen initiative in Panama’s National Assembly seeks to make sports match-fixing a crime punishable by up to 10 years in prison. The proposal aims to strengthen penalties and protect the integrity of competitions.
Panama has opened the first stage of the Caldera route in Anton Valley, a move expected to improve access to one of the country’s most popular inland destinations. The project supports tourism growth in Coclé province by making it easier for visitors to reach local attractions and businesses.
Panama is being promoted as a top destination for fishermen thanks to its two-ocean geography and strong appeal for sport fishing. The country’s coastal tourism also supports local communities and the wider travel economy.
Acodeco detected spoiled and expired products during inspections in Bocas del Toro and the Ngäbe Buglé comarca. One of the most serious cases involved a citizen complaint in Changuinola’s Finca 4 area.
Panama says it is ready to discuss trade restrictions with Costa Rica, but only under equal rules. The exchange opens a possible path for talks between the two neighboring countries.
A trial has opened over the 2019 La Joyita prison massacre, with prosecutors linking the deadly attack to a Bagdad gang order and a rival faction dispute. The case highlights Panama’s ongoing prison security crisis and the wider violence tied to organized crime.
An agroclimatic meeting in Colón recommended adjusting planting schedules for some crops due to expected below-normal rainfall in May and June. The guidance is meant to help farmers reduce climate-related losses and plan more effectively.
Panama’s Health Ministry is urging residents to get vaccinated against measles after two imported cases were detected. Officials say 276,000 doses are available in health centers nationwide.
Shipping companies are warning that the war involving Iran could drive up fuel costs and trigger wider price increases across global supply chains. The pressure could also affect trade and logistics in Panama and Latin America.
A man died after being struck while crossing the Arraiján–La Chorrera Highway early Tuesday. A woman was injured and taken to Nicolás A. Solano Hospital.
Panama’s weather institute has issued an El Niño alert for 2026, warning of possible drought, higher temperatures, and reduced rainfall. The alert raises concerns for water supply, agriculture, and climate preparedness across the country.
Panamanian authorities arrested 16 people in a suspected network that contaminated shipping containers with illicit substances. The case highlights the risks facing the country’s ports and logistics system.
Panama City Hall is promoting new infrastructure, urban recovery, and public space projects in the city center. The effort underscores the municipality’s focus on revitalizing the capital’s core districts.
Vendors at Panama City’s San Felipe Neri Market are asking Mayor Mayer Mizrachi to repair the market’s refrigeration system. The fix is seen as essential for protecting perishable goods and supporting daily commerce.
Panama Canal Deputy Administrator Ilya Espino de Marotta used a Washington, D.C. visit to highlight the waterway’s role in global trade, climate resilience and water security. She also pointed to long-term modernization plans and the need for sustainable supply chain partnerships.
Nine vehicles collided on Vía Centenario near the Arraijancito bridge, causing traffic delays toward Arraiján. No injuries were reported.