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The IMA will close its Bingos Nacionales store in Panama City on April 23 and 24, prompting an apology to affected shoppers. The outlet is a key low-cost shopping option for residents in the capital.
A woman gave birth in a La Chorrera park after using a panic button, with help from nearby citizens and National Police officers. A fast-food vendor and other bystanders assisted until police arrived.
Five people reported missing were located in Chiriquí and Panamá Oeste, including a 11-year-old girl and four adults. The cases were resolved across two of Panama’s western provinces.
A judge in San Miguelito ordered provisional detention for a man charged with aggravated intentional homicide after legalizing his arrest. The case now moves forward through Panama’s criminal process.
A 14-year-old was injured in a shooting in Puerto Escondido, Colón, highlighting ongoing security concerns in the province. The case has renewed alarm over the danger gun violence poses to minors and nearby residents.
The IMA will hold Agroferias on Thursday, April 23, across several provinces in Panama, with food sales starting at 8:00 a.m. Shoppers must bring their personal ID to buy staples and other affordable products.
Panama’s Metro expanded dynamic testing on Line 3 to Vista Alegre in Arraiján, marking another milestone for the monorail project. The move follows the first test run last week and signals continued progress toward future service.
Panama’s Ministry of Public Works will install sensors on the Bridge of the Americas for 30 days to track structural movement and guide maintenance decisions. Officials say the bridge remains safe, while longer-term repairs and a future slab replacement are being planned.
Panama’s Chamber of Commerce backed the repeal of the ride-hailing decree and called for a full review of the country’s passenger transport system. The group wants balanced rules that cover all operators, not just digital platforms.
Panama’s Public Prosecutor’s Office inspected CSS warehouses in Felipillo and El Crisol as part of a probe into expired medicines and medical supplies valued at about $2.5 million. Investigators found a wide range of expired items and collected documents for the case file.
MEDUCA is rolling out a new strategy to help pre-media students choose their bachillerato track with better technical information and timely guidance. The plan aims to support more informed academic decisions across Panama.
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are pushing more shipping toward the Panama Canal, increasing costs and highlighting the waterway’s global importance. The shift shows how distant geopolitical risks can affect Panama’s economy and trade flows.
Panama’s Comptroller General’s Office rejected Vamos accusations and defended its public spending controls as strict legal oversight, not political action. The response highlights ongoing sensitivity around transparency and fiscal accountability.
Former Canal administrator Jorge Luis Quijano urged immediate action on the Río Indio reservoir, warning that Panama’s water system and canal operations cannot afford more delays. He said leaks, climate pressure, and rising demand make the project urgent.
Attorney General Luis Carlos Gómez Rudy made an unexpected visit to Panama’s Comptroller General’s office in Panama City on Tuesday afternoon. The move comes amid heightened attention on tensions between oversight and prosecutorial institutions.
Panama’s Aeronaval Service seized 650 packages of drugs in the Las Perlas archipelago and arrested three men aboard a vessel. The operation adds to a year in which authorities say they have confiscated 23.7 tons of illicit substances.
Drivers for digital ride-hailing platforms in Panama are preparing to press for insurance, affiliation with providers, and training support in regularization talks. The discussions could shape how the growing sector is regulated.
Grupo Frontera’s April 23 concert in Panama has been canceled because of logistics and production issues. Organizers said ticket refunds are guaranteed and details will be shared through official channels.
Meduca has launched the “Ruta de Orientación Vocacional” to help premedia students choose their bachiller. The program aims to support better academic and career decisions.
Panama defeated Argentina by shutout at the 2026 South American Youth Games, picking up its second win of the tournament. The result boosts the national youth team’s momentum in regional competition.