Mario Méndez has reached another final with Plaza Amador, adding a new chapter to a career already tied to one of Tauro FC’s great historical runs. His journey highlights both the rise of Plaza and the growing competitiveness of Panama’s LPF.
Panama’s new Ombudsman has sparked debate over prison rights after backing World Cup access for inmates. The same week also brings a key Panama Canal leadership decision and a planned Assembly appearance by María Corina Machado.
Naos Island, once pitched as a luxury project on the Amador Causeway, is now defined by unfinished buildings, debt disputes and seizures involving state entities. The case highlights the risks of concession land development beside the Panama Canal.
Petromotors launched the Jetour G700 in Panama, a hybrid luxury 4×4 aimed at buyers seeking high performance, advanced technology and off-road capability. The model was also tested on Volcán Barú to showcase its rugged credentials.
Protesters marched in Buenos Aires against Javier Milei’s austerity program and cuts to healthcare funding, escalating pressure on Argentina’s government. The dispute highlights the political risks of deep spending reductions in a country already facing severe economic strain.
A 28-year-old man accused in the killing of Assistant Prosecutor Patricia Ossa has been charged with femicide and aggravated robbery and placed in provisional detention. The case raises broader concerns about violence against public officials and the justice system in Panama.
Cubans in Havana and Miami are reacting to a U.S. indictment against former Cuban President Raúl Castro, a move laden with decades of political symbolism. The case revives longstanding tensions between Washington, Havana and the Cuban exile community.
A new study on migrants living abroad finds that food and traditions are among the strongest links to home, alongside broader cultural identity. The findings highlight how families stay connected across borders through everyday habits, not just remittances.
Panama hosted the World FZO congress, where global leaders called for free zones to evolve into integrated, sustainable industrial ecosystems. The event also produced a new Caribbean regional zones association and fresh focus on tourism-linked economic zones.
Federal prosecutors have charged Raúl Castro in connection with the 1996 shootdown of civilian planes, a move Trump called a major moment for Cubans. The case revives one of the most painful flashpoints in U.S.-Cuba relations.
Puerto Caimito gathered to honor a young fisherman from Anchovetas II while the search continues for the vessel’s missing captain. The tragedy has struck at the heart of one of Panama’s most important fishing communities.
U.S. forces boarded an Iranian-flagged tanker in the Gulf of Oman as Washington stepped up pressure over the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route.
The Lotería Nacional de Panamá held its Wednesday draw on May 20, 2026, drawing attention from regular players across the country. The results matter not only for winners, but also for Panama’s long-running lottery culture and retail network.
The Pentagon watchdog will review whether the U.S. military followed its targeting rules in deadly boat strikes across Latin American waters. The findings could shape future U.S. counterdrug operations and regional security cooperation.
Iran became the first team to make six substitutions in a World Cup match under FIFA’s concussion protocol, while Uruguay’s historic scoring streak remains one of football’s most impressive attacking records. Both milestones highlight how World Cup history is shaped by rules, safety, and performance.
The United States has indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro over the 1996 shootdown of two civilian aircraft, reviving a long-frozen dispute. The case could further strain US-Cuba relations and echoes across regional diplomacy.
Andrés Iniesta’s World Cup career spans four tournaments, 14 matches and the iconic 2010 final goal that gave Spain its first title. His legacy remains a benchmark for midfield excellence and tournament influence.
Panama’s Education Ministry has filed a new complaint over alleged fake diplomas used to win teaching posts, widening a crackdown on hiring fraud. The case adds pressure to restore transparency in public school recruitment.
Chile’s Congress has advanced José Antonio Kast’s ambitious economic overhaul, part of a governing agenda built around security, migration control and growth. The vote adds momentum to a hardline political project with regional significance.
Panama’s prison authority says televisions in detention centers are not a right, responding to concerns raised by the Public Defender’s Office. Some facilities already use shared TVs in communal areas, including La Mega Joya, La Joya, and La Joyita.
