The search for 17-year-old student Cristian Anel Ortega Soto ended in tragedy in Colón after his body was found in a wooded area. He had gone missing during school social service activities.
Umecit striker Óscar Becerra says his team is ready for the challenge of facing Plaza Amador again in the Clausura 2026 semifinal return leg. After scoring in the first match, he says the squad believes it can reach its first final.
Police arrested a sixth suspect linked to the homicide of a merchant in Chitré after a raid in Juan Díaz. Investigators also seized technological equipment as the judicial case continues.
Panama has created a temporary 30-day transit regime for Latin American migrants involved in repatriation programs. The policy allows controlled stays while authorities coordinate returns, without granting residency or asylum.
Panama’s Environment Ministry is evaluating crocodile presence at Juan Hombrón Beach in Coclé. The monitoring aims to address both public safety and wildlife management.
Trump’s first meeting with Xi Jinping in nine years puts trade, Taiwan and Iran at the center of renewed U.S.-China diplomacy. The outcome could influence global commerce and regional stability, including in Latin America.
Panamanian lawyers are warning about migration scams in which fake attorneys promise quick immigration results in exchange for large payments. The alert urges migrants to verify credentials before paying for legal help.
U.S. Undersecretary for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg held high-level meetings in Panama with officials from the Panamanian cabinet and the United States. The talks highlighted the importance of bilateral economic ties and Panama’s regional role.
TVN Media issued a public apology to UMA UMA DASH after a segment aired on its evening newscast on May 11, 2026. The move underscores the importance of accountability in Panamanian broadcast journalism.
A man accused of killing punk singer Joe Dennison was arrested in Panama after more than 30 years as a fugitive. The case now moves back into focus after decades on the run.
A man accused in the 1992 killing of Seattle punk singer Mia Zapata was arrested in Panama after more than 30 years as a fugitive. The case has long been one of the most closely watched cold cases connected to the U.S. music scene.
Nepotism allegations at Unachi resurfaced after the university’s legal adviser denied family hiring claims, even as payroll records and Antai filings point to relatives on staff. The dispute has renewed scrutiny over transparency and public trust at the Chiriquí university.
Panama’s 2026 school calendar sets the first trimester to end on May 29, giving families and schools a clear timeline for the academic year. The schedule also includes several days off for students across education levels.
Panamanian prosecutors want more time to continue the long-running investigation into the 1994 Alas Chiricanas plane bombing that killed 21 people. The case has been linked to Hezbollah and remains one of Panama’s most serious unresolved attacks.
Panama City Hall has launched a digital Temporary Circulation Permit with QR validation and a physical sticker option for vehicle procedures. The move updates a routine administrative process with a faster, more modern verification system.
Alfredo Cantón students will take classes at Iglesia del Carmen while they are moved to the regional university center in San Miguelito. The church will serve as a temporary learning space during the transition.
Yohany Guevara will be the flag bearer for the 2026 Gran Desfile de la Etnia Negra in Panama, a major celebration of Afro-descendant heritage. The event will feature cultural delegations, music, dance, and Afro-Caribbean cuisine.
Israel’s far-right security minister visited the Al-Aqsa compound during Jerusalem Day, intensifying tensions at one of the most volatile sites in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The move drew scrutiny because of the compound’s religious importance and political sensitivity.
Xi Jinping warned Donald Trump during a Beijing summit that the United States and China could clash over Taiwan, exposing deep divisions on security and trade. The warning underscores risks for global commerce and for Panama’s trade-linked economy.
Panama prosecutors are seeking to extend the Alas Chiricanas bombing investigation by a year as they continue pursuing a case tied to the 1994 airline attack. Ali Zaki Hage Jalil recently arrived in Panama after extradition from Venezuela.