May 10, 1989, marked a violent crackdown by Noriega’s forces against Panama’s opposition after a disputed election. The day became a defining symbol of repression in the final months of the dictatorship.
South Korea is investigating an incident in which two unidentified objects struck a Korean-operated cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The case is drawing attention because the waterway is vital to global energy shipments and international trade.
Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon killed 51 people in 24 hours, raising the death toll since April 16 to 552 and heightening fears of further escalation. The violence is part of a wider regional conflict with potential global economic fallout.
The Hospital Dr. Rafael Hernández in David held a second extraordinary day of endoscopies and colonoscopies, benefiting about 220 patients and helping reduce medical backlog. The effort supports faster diagnosis and improved access to specialist care in Chiriquí.
Panama is commemorating May 10, 1989, a date remembered for repression, protests and public defense of the vote during the final years of military rule. The anniversary remains a powerful symbol of the country’s path toward democracy.
Police and prosecutors detained 24 people in Arraiján during Operation Bloqueo, seizing illicit substances and technological equipment. The action targeted microtrafficking in the Panama district.
Alberto Paz Rodríguez Jr., former director of Panama’s Food Agency, has died. He led the APA from June 2024 to September 2025.
Panama’s Regional Fiscal Lottery deadline is May 15, with taxpayers able to enter by depositing five valid fiscal invoices in official mailboxes. The program offers cash prizes across four regions and is meant to boost tax compliance.
Panama’s Environment Ministry is reviewing whether the Vista Azul project still has a valid environmental study as residents near Condado del Rey raise traffic and service concerns. The development has been stalled for more than a decade and is now trying to restart.
Producers in the lowlands of Chiriquí are preparing for El Niño, a climate pattern that can reduce rainfall and disrupt farming in Panama. The province’s agricultural sector is watching closely as weather conditions develop.
Iran says it may offer assurances over its nuclear facilities, but it will not destroy uranium or move enriched material. The stance keeps nuclear diplomacy with the West fragile.
President Donald Trump said the United States will not allow Iran to advance its enriched uranium program, intensifying pressure over Tehran’s nuclear activities. The warning adds to long-running concerns about escalation and global energy security.
Unachi rector Etelvina Bonagas acknowledged the university’s financial crisis and called for collective responsibility after faculty raised concerns about possible salary delays. The issue has heightened pressure on the public university’s leadership and payroll stability.
Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating a U.S.-brokered three-day ceasefire, saying drone and artillery attacks caused casualties. The dispute highlights the fragility of truce efforts in the ongoing war.
Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating a U.S.-brokered three-day ceasefire, with both sides reporting casualties from drone and artillery strikes. The breakdown highlights how difficult even temporary pauses remain in the war.
UMECIT FC and Plaza Amador meet in the first leg of the LPF Clausura 2026 semifinal, a crucial step toward the championship series. The match is being shown on TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVMAX Panamá’s YouTube channel.
Vamos has emerged as a powerful independent bloc in Panama, winning 20 National Assembly seats and challenging the country’s traditional party system. Its rise reflects growing public frustration with corruption, patronage, and political elites.
Calls for Panama’s next constitutional reform are putting ethics at the center of the debate, including bans on immediate re-election, dual candidacies, and candidacy for those convicted of intentional crimes. The discussion is sharpened by the political vacuum seen in Colón’s Barrio Norte.
Panama’s Education Ministry has announced the 2026 Escuela para Padres schedule, a mandatory workshop connected to the PASE-U payment process. Sessions will be held regionally on May 11 across the country.
MEDUCA will begin filling teaching vacancies after several resignations tied to allegations of document falsification. The case has raised concerns about staffing continuity and document verification in public education.