Mother of Teen Killed in Colón Calls for Justice After Son’s Death
A mother in Colón is demanding justice after her teenage son was killed. She remembered him as a basketball lover who dreamed of becoming a naval engineer.
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A mother in Colón is demanding justice after her teenage son was killed. She remembered him as a basketball lover who dreamed of becoming a naval engineer.
Camtur is urging Panama to strengthen security in tourist areas and apply tougher penalties for robberies against visitors after a recent incident on Avenida Balboa. Hotel groups and tourism officials say protecting traveler confidence is vital for the country’s competitiveness.
Ismael Díaz is urging confidence as Panama prepares for a tough 2026 World Cup path. The team will also face Brazil in a May 31 friendly as part of its buildup.
Panama’s Foreign Ministry has launched the 2026 public contest for first-time entry into the Diplomatic and Consular Career. The process opens new opportunities for Panamanians seeking careers in foreign service.
A Detroit man accused in a 1993 punk rock singer’s killing was arrested in Panama after nearly 30 years as a fugitive. The capture closes a long international search tied to a decades-old homicide.
CSS says the Complejo Hospitalario’s laboratories continue operating with full coverage for emergencies and hospitalizations, and more than 80% for outpatient care. The clarification comes amid concerns about a possible reagent shortage.
The Panamanian Football Federation has handed goalkeeper José Calderón a six-month provisional suspension while it investigates events from the LPF match between Alianza FC and Sporting San Miguelito. The case has intensified scrutiny over competition integrity after a controversial play in Rommel Fernández Stadium.
The Panamanian Football Federation has issued a provisional suspension to José Calderón. The move comes as Veraguas United and Alianza FC prepare for their semifinal second leg on May 16.
Retirees and pensioners in Colón blocked roads to demand approval of Bill 491, which would raise payments for people receiving less than B/.600 a month. The protest highlights ongoing pressure for pension reform in Panama.
More than 400 women in custody were transferred to the new La Esmeralda rehabilitation center in Panama. The move highlights ongoing efforts to organize female incarceration around rehabilitation and facility management.
A grieving mother is demanding justice after her 14-year-old son was killed by multiple gunshots in Colón. The case has renewed concern over violence in the province.
Panama’s AIG announced new measures to strengthen cybersecurity in public institutions amid rising threats and cyberattacks. The move highlights the growing importance of protecting government systems and digital services.
Panama’s Authority for Government Innovation issued a resolution requiring government institutions to follow cybersecurity practices to help protect digital infrastructure from rising cyberattacks. The measure aims to strengthen public-sector defenses and improve consistency across agencies.
Health officials in Bocas del Toro are tracing 78 contacts linked to a Dutch traveler who tested positive for measles. Twenty-eight people have already been located and are being monitored.
The Biomuseo in Panama has opened new vacancies for security and visitor services, reinforcing staffing at one of the capital’s top cultural attractions. The hiring move highlights the museum’s role in tourism, education and local employment.
Panama’s Education Ministry is investigating a suspected fake diploma network after more than 200 teachers resigned or left their posts amid credential fraud allegations. Authorities have filed 141 complaints and seven charges so far.
A fire at the municipal landfill in Montijo has burned for two days, prompting ongoing mitigation efforts from local authorities. Residents say toxic smoke from the site is affecting the area.
IFARHU has urged more than 300 former employees to complete the process for collecting pending seniority bonuses tied to work performed between 2014 and 2021. The payments remain awaiting withdrawal by ex-collaborators.
A fight during an event in El Bongo, Bugaba, left a 32-year-old man dead and four others injured. The incident has raised concern over safety at local gatherings in Chiriquí province.
Panama’s government is facing an extortion demand after cybercriminals hacked public platforms, according to the Authority for Government Innovation. The case highlights the growing cybersecurity threat to state systems and digital services.