A curfew in San Miguelito’s Arnulfo Arias and Belisario Frías neighborhoods led to 174 detentions as local authorities stepped up security enforcement. The mayoral decree is part of an effort to reinforce public safety in the district.
Veraguas has become the only province in Panama with territorial planning in all of its districts, setting a model for other provinces. Chiriquí, Herrera, and Los Santos have already begun following its lead.
Panama’s Administration Prosecutor’s Office backed the National Assembly’s authority to exempt staff from attendance marking under its internal rules. The opinion comes as lawmakers and the Comptroller’s Office clash over salary holds on 43 employees.
A fight involving Ulpiano Vergara’s guitarist broke out during a performance in La Chorrera and quickly went viral on social media. The incident has drawn attention to security and crowd control at live típico events in Panama.
SENAN held a parachute exhibition in Chame with Panamanian parachutists and Ecuador’s GOE, drawing dozens of families to the event. The display highlighted aerial training and regional cooperation.
Hospital Dr. Rafael Hernández in David held a second extraordinary day of endoscopies and colonoscopies, serving about 220 patients in Chiriquí. The effort is part of Panama’s broader push to reduce public health wait times and clear diagnostic backlogs.
Panama is mourning the death of Alberto Paz-Rodríguez, director of the Agencia Panameña de Alimentos. President José Raúl Mulino praised his performance and expressed condolences.
Trump is expected to press Xi Jinping on China’s purchases of Iranian oil during his visit, part of a wider push to squeeze Tehran amid Middle East conflict. The talks could influence sanctions enforcement, global energy markets and prices felt in Panama and Latin America.
Lebanese doctors are treating devastating internal injuries caused by tiny tungsten cubes in Israeli munitions, echoing wounds seen in Gaza. The pattern adds to concerns about civilian harm in the regional conflict.
Unachi Rector Etelvina Medianero de Bonagas has resurfaced as the university faces a 34% budget cut and new scrutiny over retroactive payments. The institution is also under investigation for alleged irregularities and nepotism.
La Villa de Los Santos has signed the contract for its Carnival 2027 queen, signaling an early start to preparations for one of Panama’s most iconic celebrations. The move highlights the strong local tradition and community pride behind the festivities.
Children and young people in Natá took part in an astronomy day that encouraged interest in the universe and science education. The event reflects Panama’s growing enthusiasm for astronomy since the opening of the Astronomical Observatory in 2011.
Panama’s National Lottery published the Sunday draw results for May 10, 2026. The weekly drawing remains a regular point of interest for ticket holders across the country.
Calle Arriba de La Villa has signed the contract for its new queen ahead of Carnival 2027, launching preparations for one of Panama’s most traditional celebrations. The move highlights the cultural importance of La Villa de Los Santos in the country’s Carnival calendar.
Shipping companies are paying record premiums to cross the Panama Canal as geopolitical tension around the Strait of Hormuz drives vessels toward safer routes. The surge highlights the canal’s growing role as a global escape valve for maritime trade.
Panama’s Environment Ministry is reviewing whether the Vista Azul project near Condado del Rey has a valid environmental impact study. Residents of about 70 neighborhoods are warning that the large development could worsen traffic and strain local infrastructure.
Panama’s Security Minister rejected claims that Colón has lost control of public safety, saying security agencies remain active against crime and organized networks. The remarks come as Colón continues to be a major focus of national security concern.
Ismael Díaz says he likes Panama’s World Cup group, which includes Croatia, England and Ghana. The striker says the team is aiming for its first win on the tournament’s biggest stage.
An elite tomb in Panama has revealed an unusual burial layout with multiple individuals arranged around one central figure, along with the site’s largest gold discovery. The find offers new insight into ancient status, ritual, and burial customs.
Israel deported two activists more than a week after detaining them for leading an aid flotilla aimed at breaking the blockade of Gaza. The case highlights the continuing clash between humanitarian activism and Israel’s restrictions on access to the enclave.