Panama health experts are urging measles vaccination as regional cases rise and imported infections appear in the country. Officials say the main risk comes from international travel, while local transmission remains low.
Panama’s Ministry of Education has opened 182 teaching vacancies nationwide to replace staff who retired, resigned, died, or took leave. The hiring drive comes as Meduca also faces an internal probe tied to false diplomas and more than 200 departures.
Panama’s comptroller remains at the center of a widening controversy as the Public Ministry keeps investigating actions linked to the case. The dispute is raising fresh concerns about institutional independence and public confidence in the justice system.
Russia struck Kyiv with drones and missiles, damaging several buildings and prompting rescue efforts amid fears that residents may be trapped. The attack is the latest sign that Ukraine’s capital remains under sustained threat.
Naturgy’s EDEMET–EDECHI units and two unions signed a new collective agreement in Panama after 15 weeks of talks. The four-year deal keeps existing benefits and adds provisions on pensions, training, inclusion and worker well-being.
Panama has learned its group-stage opponents, stadiums, and kickoff times for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The schedule gives the national team a clear road map as it prepares for the tournament.
Recent ransomware attacks on Panama’s Social Security Fund and other state entities have exposed serious weaknesses in the country’s cybersecurity framework. The breaches are renewing pressure for stronger standards, audits, and accountability in public systems.
Panama’s recent improvement in country risk has renewed calls to make anti-corruption the country’s next major national project. The message is that economic progress will only last if public institutions become more transparent, efficient, and accountable.
Students from top Venezuelan universities blocked a main highway in Caracas to demand the release of political prisoners. The protest highlights continuing tensions over political detentions and civil liberties in Venezuela.
Panama’s tax reform is drawing attention not only for tougher rules on multinational companies, but also for the need to impose deadlines and accountability on the state. The debate centers on whether the government should modernize its own tax administration as aggressively as it regulates taxpayers.
Education Minister Lucy Molinar said rumors of Etelvina de Bonagas’s resignation at Unachi cannot be denied because they are true. The comments have intensified attention on leadership at the public university in Chiriquí.
Doctors in Panama are urging residents to take precautions against heatstroke and dermatitis as an El Niño alert raises temperatures and health risks. The advice focuses on hydration, sun protection, and early attention to symptoms.
Xi Jinping welcomed Donald Trump to Beijing for high-level talks centered on tariffs and rising US-China tensions. The meeting could influence global trade, supply chains and shipping routes that matter to Panama and Latin America.
Panama has confirmed two imported measles cases, including its first since 1995, putting the focus back on vaccination and prevention. Health officials and families are being urged to verify immunization status and stay alert to symptoms.
Panama’s medical certification law took years of debate, revisions, and institutional cooperation before becoming part of the country’s health system. The reform reshaped medical education by tying internship access to standardized academic testing.
Panama National Police director Jaime Fernández described how gang groups operate and said key leaders have been arrested and face judicial proceedings. His remarks highlight a strategy focused on disrupting organized crime networks at the top.
Tiny thrips are becoming a major concern for Panama’s agriculture because some species damage crops and spread plant viruses. Scientists and agencies are promoting integrated pest management to limit losses and reduce insecticide resistance.
Panamanian oncologist Roberto García has gained international recognition for his work supporting cancer patients through Fundación Aliento de Vida. His career combines Harvard training, medical expertise, and a patient-centered mission focused on hope and resilience.
Fuel prices in Panama will rise on May 15, with 95- and 91-octane gasoline increasing by 9 cents per liter and diesel by 5 cents. The adjustment is expected to affect drivers and transportation costs nationwide.
Panama’s pension debate is turning toward how the country can use income from ports, the Canal and logistics to build a more sustainable system. The key issue is not only revenue, but whether new funds can be managed with strong oversight and credibility.