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Operation Smile is providing more than 120 free surgeries for children in Chiriquí, continuing 35 years of cleft care in Panama. The campaign is helping low-income families access specialized treatment closer to home.
Playa La Barqueta in Chiriquí has recorded the most water rescues in the province this year, driven in part by heavy weekend and holiday crowds. Sinaproc is urging beachgoers to stay alert to sea conditions and follow safety guidance.
MiBus reported higher passenger numbers during the first four months of the year and said it has introduced targeted operational measures to keep service running smoothly. The move reflects the importance of public transit in Panama City as demand continues to grow.
Panama’s Environment Ministry has handed management of the Protected Landscape of Isla Escudo de Veraguas-Degó to its regional office in Ngäbe Buglé. The move centralizes conservation, protection, and surveillance duties closer to the protected area.
The University of Panama has taken part in the discovery of new tree species, reinforcing the country’s importance as a Mesoamerican biological corridor. The finding adds to Panama’s growing scientific and environmental relevance.
Four Canadian passengers from the MV Hondius are in quarantine in British Columbia after returning home with no hantavirus symptoms. Health officials are monitoring 11 people in Canada linked to the outbreak.
Playa La Barqueta is leading Chiriquí in water rescue incidents this year, driven by heavy weekend and holiday crowds. Sinaproc says the beach remains a frequent site of aquatic emergencies.
Rainfall flooded parts of Panama City as meteorologists tracked tropical wave 2, which could bring more active weather to the country. The capital’s flooding reflects the risks Panama faces during tropical disturbances and the rainy season.
Residents in Montijo are demanding urgent action over smoke from the local dumpsite and warning of possible contamination of nearby water sources. The community says the problem has gone unresolved for years.
Chiriquí stayed undefeated as Panama’s U12 national baseball championship reached its third day. Coclé and Colón also delivered a key matchup in the early title race.
Guillermina Martínez has been named head of human resources at UNACHI, drawing attention because her salary rose from $1,936 at the Comptroller’s Office to $5,460 at the university. The appointment adds to scrutiny of Rector Etelvina Medianero de Bonagas’ administration.
Operation Smile will perform more than 120 free surgeries for children in Chiriquí as part of its 35 years of work in Panama. The campaign focuses on minors with cleft lip and cleft palate from low-income families.
Canada’s ambassador in Panama said the country ranks third in World Cup ticket demand and warned fans to begin travel procedures early to avoid delays. The comments highlight strong Panamanian interest ahead of the matches.
MEDUCA has released the official 2026 schedule for Escuela para Padres workshops, which will take place on Tuesday, May 12, in regions across Panama. The program aims to strengthen family involvement in education.
Panama’s Health Ministry has rescheduled all off-site health activities, including vaccination drives and medical fairs, to reinforce measles control efforts. The move shifts priority toward stronger prevention and outbreak response.
Comptroller Anel Flores met with National Assembly leaders and Vamos deputies after a dispute over unpaid leave for 43 legislators. Roberto Zúñiga said Flores will cancel the measure.
The IMA announced Agroferia locations for Tuesday, May 12, with sales starting at 8:00 a.m. in several regions of Panama. The events are part of the country’s effort to connect consumers with local producers.
Researchers from the University of Panama have identified three new tree species in cloud forests, with the findings published in Phytotaxa. The discovery adds to Panama’s biodiversity record and highlights the value of botanical research for conservation.
Panamá Oeste is monitoring 11 contacts after an imported measles case, as Panama responds to two infections that entered the country through Guabito and Tocumen airport. Health teams are focusing on contact tracing and prevention.
Panama has expanded AI-based cybersecurity monitoring across the entire national government, covering more than 500,000 devices. Authorities say the system targets critical institutions after several public agencies suffered cyberattacks this year.