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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.
Panama’s Health Ministry has activated two surveillance fronts to monitor possible measles cases while reinforcing vaccination as the main prevention tool. Officials are also outlining the immunization schedule used to protect against the disease.
Santa Fe won the Clausura 2026 LFF title after Mickeylis Gutiérrez scored a late penalty to beat Umecit FC Femenino 1-0 in a tense final. The club now prepares for the women’s super final against Chorrillo FC.
MiBus moved more than 48 million passengers from January through April 2026 and introduced contingency measures to offset higher international fuel prices. The company said the steps were aimed at keeping service running and maintaining operational stability.
A man accused in a 1993 Detroit murder was arrested in Panama, reviving a decades-old homicide case. The arrest could lead to extradition or other legal steps.
Bosnia and Herzegovina has named a preliminary squad for its June 6 friendly against Panama in St. Louis. The match is part of Panama’s final buildup to the 2026 World Cup.
A reflection on Jewish life in Panama highlights the community’s long history and the strong sense of belonging many members continue to feel. It also places that legacy within Panama’s broader story of cultural diversity.
Panama has secured its first Bird Friendly cacao certification, highlighting a model of chocolate production that supports biodiversity and habitat protection. The milestone strengthens the country’s profile in sustainable agriculture.
Two people were killed in a shooting on Domingo Díaz Avenue in Panama City, triggering concern in one of the capital’s busiest corridors. The case has renewed attention on public safety in the metropolitan area.
Panama’s Social Security Fund is turning to robotic surgery in Chiriquí as part of an effort to reduce surgical waiting lists. The technology promises greater precision, better visualization, and potentially safer outcomes for complex procedures.
Former Panama national team player Darwin Pinzón was detained Monday in connection with an alleged attempted homicide. The case has prompted attention because of his past role in Panamanian football.
Panama’s Ministry of Health is tracking 386 contacts linked to two imported measles cases and carrying out 21-day surveillance to prevent secondary infections. Officials say most contacts are vaccinated and that the country has no community transmission.
A 14-year-old Abel Bravo student died after armed men entered a home in Colón’s Altos de Los Portales de San Judas and opened fire. The killing has left the school community in mourning.
Residents of El Carate, Las Tablas, are on edge after masked men armed with a gun carried out a robbery at a dance hall. The incident has intensified concern about safety in the community.
Guillermina Martínez’s rise from Contraloría fiscal controller at Unachi to head of Human Resources is drawing scrutiny amid long-running concerns over the university’s payroll and governance. The appointment has renewed debate over transparency at the Chiriquí public university.
Panama’s Assembly president said withheld payments will be restored in the coming days, with workers’ salaries the top priority. The move is aimed at easing pressure on employees and normalizing payroll inside the legislature.