A NASA aircraft will fly over Panama to study forests and biodiversity, collecting data on plant diversity and vegetation conditions. The mission adds to scientific efforts to monitor the health of the country’s tropical ecosystems.
Flooding has affected parts of Bocas del Toro after rain fell from Sunday afternoon, prompting Sinaproc to urge residents to stay alert. The province’s rainy conditions can quickly disrupt roads and daily life.
Russia and Ukraine announced rival ceasefire moves ahead of May 9, but the gestures appear tied more to symbolism and messaging than to any real path toward peace. The war continues to influence global prices and trade, including in Latin America.
NASA aircraft and scientists visited Panama in a U.S. Embassy initiative focused on STEM education and scientific collaboration. The event highlighted the value of international partnerships in inspiring students and supporting science outreach.
Police detained a suspect in La Pintada after responding to a public disturbance and an alleged bladed-weapon attack that injured two people. The case has raised fresh concern about public safety in Coclé.
Panama’s proposed Law 491 to increase payments for retirees and pensioners has been paused, after President José Raúl Mulino warned of a possible veto. The dispute has sparked concern among retiree groups and raised questions about the measure’s budget impact.
The Ministry of Government opened visit registration after inmates were transferred to La Esmeralda, splitting visitors into Saturday and Sunday groups. The schedule is designed to manage access in an orderly way.
Panama has extended a preventive alert for rain and thunderstorms through May 7, 2026. The notice urges caution as rainy-season conditions continue across the country.
Senniaf inspected Arraiján’s mayor’s office after allegations that minors’ images were used on official vehicles without proper parental authorization. The case highlights child-protection rules for public institutions in Panama.
Authorities are searching for a 40-year-old Costa Rican man reported missing in Bijagual, Bugaba, while he was participating in a religious activity. The case remains active in Chiriquí province.
Alianza FC and CAI meet Tuesday night in a live LPF Clausura 2026 playoff match at 8:00 p.m. Fans in Panama can watch on TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVMAX Panamá’s YouTube channel.
At least 125 people were detained in San Miguelito after violating the curfew in Belisario Frías and Arnulfo Arias. The enforcement underscores the active restrictions in both corregimientos.
The National Assembly has opened extraordinary sessions to debate the Economic Substance bill over the coming weeks. The proposal is important for Panama’s business rules, regulatory oversight, and international economic standing.
Police in Santiago, Veraguas, stopped an attempted robbery at a jewelry store inside a commercial plaza and detained two suspects. The case highlights the importance of security in busy shopping areas.
Panama will meet Bosnia and Herzegovina in a World Cup warm-up friendly in St. Louis. The match is part of Panama’s preparations ahead of a group stage that includes Ghana, Croatia, and Qatar.
SENNIAF inspected the Arraiján Mayor’s Office after the use of minors’ images on official buses raised concern. The agency will document its findings and hold follow-up meetings.
Mali’s military leader Assimi Goita has taken charge of the defence ministry after the killing of the country’s defence minister in attacks tied to al-Qaeda-linked fighters and Tuareg separatists. The move highlights the worsening security crisis facing the junta.
Panama approved a World Bank-backed plan to modernize its cadastre, digitize land records, and speed up property titling over a seven-year period. The $95 million first phase aims to improve state land tracking, cut delays, and support major infrastructure planning.
Police detained 115 adults in San Miguelito for violating a district curfew, highlighting a large-scale enforcement effort in one of Panama’s most populated areas.
Authorities in Chiriquí seized suspected contraband cigarettes and detained 17 people in an anti-smuggling operation. The case highlights Panama’s ongoing efforts to curb illegal trade in a key border province.