Prosecutors searched the Ancón Community Board in Panama City after complaints accused representative Yamireth Batista of alleged embezzlement involving public funds. The case is now being reviewed by the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office.
Panama confirmed an imported measles case in an international traveler entering through Bocas del Toro and activated contact tracing, vaccination, and surveillance measures. Health officials say there is no evidence of community transmission.
Panama confirmed its first measles case in an international traveler, and health authorities activated contact-tracing protocols to contain possible exposure. The response aims to prevent the imported case from leading to further transmission.
Panama’s comptroller and the Vamos legislative bloc are locked in a dispute over attendance practices and unpaid leave for 43 Assembly workers. The clash has escalated into a broader fight over oversight, legality, and political targeting.
Panamanian Customs retained a cigarette shipment worth more than $900,000 in the Colón Free Zone after inspectors found 1,200 bales and signs of irregularities.
Panama is under vigilance for a Sahara dust intrusion and high temperatures this weekend. The conditions could bring hazy skies, heat, and discomfort for outdoor activities.
Felipe Chapman said he is open to hearing transport operators as pressure builds over Panama’s fuel subsidy. The debate sits at the intersection of public finances, fares, and the cost of keeping transport services moving.
Police detained a third suspect allegedly tied to the robbery of a couple on Avenida Balboa in Panama City. The case has drawn attention because it occurred on one of the capital’s most prominent roads.
Israeli strikes have intensified across southern Lebanon, heightening fears of further escalation along the Israel-Hezbollah border. The violence adds to regional instability with potential knock-on effects for global markets and Latin America.
Panama’s Superior Court of Appeals upheld the detention of a bus driver accused in the Chame crash that killed four members of one family. The court rejected house arrest, citing procedural risks and the gravity of the case.
Authorities raided the Ancón Community Board in Panama City after complaints over the alleged irregular use of public funds. The case began with denuncias filed by former officials.
Child poverty in Panama remains a serious issue despite the country’s economic growth. One woman’s story illustrates how inequality continues to shape daily life for many families.
Trump said Russia and Ukraine agreed to a three-day ceasefire and prisoner swap, with the pause set to coincide with Russia’s Victory Day weekend. The move could offer a brief opening in a war that has repeatedly defied peace efforts.
The Gana-Oti Consortium won two Panama City renovation bids from the Municipality of Panama, covering Plaza 5 de Mayo and Avenida 3 de Noviembre. The projects target two key central locations in the capital.
Libya shut down its biggest refinery after explosions and gunfire broke out nearby in Zawiya, prompting an emergency declaration. The disruption highlights the continuing threat that armed conflict poses to the country’s vital energy sector.
Authorities raided the Ancón community council after complaints accused local officials of embezzlement, misuse of public funds, and workplace harassment. The case involves representative Yamireth Batista and alleged spending on personal and non-community expenses.
Panama’s governance and transparency debate is focusing on tax reform and economic substance rules aimed at strengthening oversight of companies and multinational groups. The discussion underscores the country’s effort to balance competitiveness with greater regulatory credibility.
Carlos Pérez Herrera, a former PRD representative, has been charged with embezzlement in a case tied to alleged misuse of decentralization funds. The proceedings center on public money assigned to a local board.
A U.S.-supported medical campaign in Azuero is working with Hospital Doctor Gustavo Nelson Collado in Chitré to reduce the region’s surgical backlog through May 22. The effort highlights coordination between international support and Panama’s public health system.
The Metro de Panamá will use both platforms on Lines 1 and 2 during peak hours to improve passenger flow and reduce station congestion. The move is designed to speed up boarding and help daily commuters move more efficiently.