Debt has become normal in Panama, but a new reflection argues that the real problem is not borrowing itself — it is the lack of financial reasoning behind it. In that context, avoiding debt may be the true luxury.
Panama’s Supreme Court voided an addendum to a National Lottery contract with Scientific Games International, finding that officials changed the deal illegally. The ruling highlights the legal limits on modifying public contracts without a competitive process.
Chiriquí and Bocas del Toro face off tonight in the Béisbol Mayor final at Rod Carew Stadium in Panama City. The championship game brings together two of Panama’s strongest baseball provinces.
Panama’s football rise has taken it from the birth of professional league play to a second World Cup appearance in 2026. Stronger player development, more professionals abroad and a higher FIFA ranking show how far the national game has come.
Panama has drawn support from the U.S. and five other countries after a dispute with China over canal-related pressure. The episode highlights the canal’s importance as both a trade route and a strategic national asset.
Families took advantage of the May 1 holiday to visit Panama City’s Metropolitan Natural Park, one of the capital’s most important urban green spaces. The park remains a popular refuge for wildlife and a favorite destination for outdoor recreation.
Tomato prices have climbed to as much as $2.00 per pound at Panama City’s San Felipe Neri Market. Vendors point to heavy rains and higher fuel costs as the main reasons.
Patients at Isla Colón’s Guillermo Sánchez Borbón Hospital are urging authorities to add medical staff and maintain the relatively new facility. The appeal highlights growing concern over healthcare capacity in Bocas del Toro.
Panama received hemispheric backing amid tensions over recent actions affecting Panama-flagged vessels. The dispute underscores the country’s strategic role in global shipping and regional diplomacy.
Aníbal Ureña, 81, is still working as a barber in David, where he helped found one of the city’s oldest barbershops in the 1970s. He says the profession supported his children’s education and his retirement.
China Merchants Group is discussing a role in a massive port purchase involving CK Hutchison, a deal that could include Panama Canal-area terminals. The talks are unfolding amid legal, regulatory, and geopolitical pressure.
Panama National Police officers marked Labor Day by sharing testimonies about their pride in public service and the call to join the force. Their reflections highlighted the human side of policing and its role in national life.
The Panama Major Football League has set its 2026 draft as teams prepare for a season opener scheduled for August 15 at Estadio Emilio Royo. The move gives clubs a key early milestone as they build toward the new campaign.
Panama’s limited representation in the UN is drawing fresh attention as candidates for secretary-general debate staffing and geographic balance. The outcome could influence Panama’s role in multilateral decision-making and regional operations.
A commentary on Panama warns that a culture of silence can protect abuse, weaken accountability, and slow social change. It argues that education and civic action are key to replacing fear with public voice.
Panama’s Passport Authority will provide special service this Saturday and Sunday, asking users to bring complete documentation to speed up processing. The move is aimed at improving access and keeping the weekend operation orderly.
A political commentary warns that Panama’s weakening party system is pushing democracy toward a spectator model dominated by elites, media, and weak representation. It calls for stronger participation, accountability, and internal party reform.
Panama’s Passport Authority will open this weekend for special hours after a nationwide service suspension caused by system failures. The offices will also hand over passports already processed.
Trump said there is no quick end to the war with Iran, even as the White House told Congress the hostilities had ended. The mixed messages point to continued uncertainty and a possible prolonged standoff.
Chiriquí and Bocas del Toro met in a decisive Game 7 of Panama’s Major Baseball final, with the championship on the line. The winner-take-all matchup drew strong attention from fans following the country’s top provincial baseball competition.