A foreign worker was dismissed after an assault at the Fourth Bridge over the Panama Canal project, prompting a strong response from Panama’s labor ministry. Officials said repatriation proceedings have begun and workplace respect must be enforced.
President José Raúl Mulino defended Panama’s stance in its trade dispute with Costa Rica, saying his duty is to protect Panamanian producers. He also said no energy sales to Costa Rica have been approved.
Attacks on Ebola treatment centers in eastern DR Congo are worsening as mistrust grows over safe burial practices. The violence is undermining efforts to contain a possible outbreak in a region already battered by conflict.
At Centroamérica Cuenta in Panama, Eduardo Sacheri and Luis Chaves discussed how football has shaped their writing, from childhood memories to literary storytelling. The conversation showed why the sport remains one of the most powerful cultural references in Latin America.
Oleksandr Usyk held onto his heavyweight crown after a tough battle, reinforcing his status as the division’s benchmark. His win keeps the title picture focused on the next major challenger.
Panama’s Savings Fund posted a positive return in the first quarter of 2026 despite global market turbulence and benchmark losses. Managers said the result reflects a long-term, diversified strategy built to withstand volatility.
CSS executive Marcos Young says Panama’s health system needs better coordination, more prevention and a major change in staff culture to improve patient care. He also highlighted gains in radiotherapy, chemotherapy and kidney disease prevention.
Peru’s June 7 runoff pits Keiko Fujimori against Roberto Sánchez in a race driven by fear and rejection rather than enthusiasm. The winner will face a fragmented Congress, deep public distrust and a difficult governing environment.
Adalberto Carrasquilla could become only the second Panamanian to win a Liga MX title as Pumas face Cruz Azul in the Clausura 2026 final. The midfielder’s role may be pivotal after helping create a late chance in the goalless first leg.
Panama’s gangs are increasingly operating as fragmented criminal networks tied to international drug trafficking, police say. Authorities are also tracking maritime routes that move narcotics through the country’s coasts and ports.
Panama’s coasts are under pressure from drug-trafficking networks using fast boats, fishing-style vessels, and container shipments. Authorities have seized 31.4 tons of drugs so far in 2026 as traffickers keep changing routes.
Residents in Puente del Rey say illegal dumping is again clogging Rio Abajo in Parque Lefevre, raising fears of flooding and renewed pollution. Authorities and community groups are maintaining weekly cleanup and monitoring efforts, but neighbors say trucks keep returning at night.
Panama taxpayers can ask the DGI to correct errors in their tax current accounts, but the process is time-bound and must follow formal notice rules. The procedure can affect credits, balances, and the right to appeal.
Bob Dylan’s career spans protest folk, electric rock and late-career reinvention, with his current tour underscoring his lasting cultural influence. His Nobel Prize and six-decade body of work continue to frame him as one of music’s defining chroniclers.
Centroamérica Cuenta turned Panama into a regional forum for debate on exile, memory and freedom, with major literary and political voices taking part. The festival also reinforced Panama’s role as a meeting ground for democratic discussion in Latin America.
Panama now has fewer identified gang groups, but police say the threat has become more fragmented, violent and tied to international drug routes. Authorities point to eight dominant criminal structures driving homicides, extortion and territorial conflict.
The U.S. military held a rare evacuation drill in Caracas, with aircraft and ships operating under authorization from Venezuela’s interim government. The exercise highlights a notable thaw in relations between Caracas and Washington.
Panama will face Brazil in a friendly on May 31 as part of its World Cup 2026 preparations. The match will be available across TVN, TVMAX, radio, streaming, and YouTube.
Rubén Blades placed his maracas and the original manuscript of Patria in the Instituto Cervantes’ Caja de las Letras during Centroamérica Cuenta. The gesture highlights Panama’s cultural reach and Blades’ enduring role in Hispanic music.
A fraud study cited in a Panama-focused opinion piece shows men account for most occupational fraud worldwide, while also highlighting the political and social barriers women face. The discussion ties those numbers to longstanding concerns about corruption, patronage and public integrity.