The latest, verified reporting on events across Panama and beyond. This section covers breaking stories, developments, and essential daily news.
A vehicle fall in Loma Brígida, Panamá Oeste, left one person dead and another injured, with firefighters conducting rescue operations at the scene, local media reported.
SINAPROC has issued an advisory for winds up to 60 km/h in parts of Panama from March 21–23, urging residents to take precautions and follow official updates.
SINAPROC issued an advisory for Panama from March 21–23, warning of winds up to 60 km/h and varying-intensity rains; residents should secure property and follow official updates.
TVN reports two people died and one was injured in separate traffic accidents in Panama Oeste within 12 hours; the first crash occurred near midnight in El Nazareno, La Chorrera.
A historic mass wedding in Veracruz, Arraiján brought together 100 couples to formalize their unions — the first event of this scale in the district, TVN 2 reports.
Panamanian infielder José Caballero has been named the New York Yankees’ starting shortstop for 2026. Caballero, 29, joined the Yanks last July and stressed the team’s championship goal.
Merchants in Colón warn that rising fuel costs could push up food and product prices or force smaller portions. They urge authorities to adopt mitigation measures to protect consumers.
On World Down Syndrome Day (March 21), Panamanian coverage urged turning talk of inclusion into concrete action to secure equal rights and opportunities for people with Down syndrome.
User representatives before the ATTT warned any national fare increase would be illegal without Board authorization; TVN reports the Board has not approved higher fares.
A court has confirmed provisional detention for a former Las Tablas representative accused of misappropriating more than $400,000 from Panama’s Decentralization Fund. The case may prompt further scrutiny of local fund administration.
TVN and TVMAX will broadcast Panama’s friendly matches against South Africa on March 27 and 31; games will also stream on TVN Pass and the TVMAX PANAMÁ YouTube channel.
More than 850 students across Panama have joined the “Éxito” program to develop leadership skills and mentor peers in schools and communities.
More than 140 cruise passengers made a controlled visit to Coiba under environmental protocols; authorities completed visitor registration and limited snorkeling and hiking to approved zones.
Meduca has suspended the competition to appoint school directors and deputy directors to give candidates more time to prepare the mandatory Plan Estratégico y de Acción, the authority said in a statement.
The ATTT has convened a working group with transport operators in Panamá Oeste to try to prevent a passenger fare increase following a rise in fuel prices.
CSS and MINSA have opened a national call for foreign doctors, publishing requirements, required documents and where to apply. Prospective applicants should consult official CSS and MINSA channels for full details.
A Panama judge archived the criminal case over the 2022 PH Urbana explosion after an out‑of‑court indemnity agreement; companies will compensate 18 affected people.
Panama is under a weather watch through Sunday for heavy rains and wind gusts; residents are urged to stay informed and use emergency numbers 911 or 520-4426 if needed.
Panama’s Ministry of Education (MEDUCA) suspended its convocatoria for the concurso to appoint school directors and subdirectors on March 21, 2026; new dates will be announced soon.
The IMA will hold agroferias on March 23–24 across several Panamanian provinces, offering affordable agricultural products from 8:00 a.m.; shoppers should check IMA channels for locations.
