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Construction has started on 22 new homes in Tubualá, Guna Yala, for families affected by a January 2025 fire that displaced more than 300 people. The homes are being built with maritime shipments coordinated from Colón.
Panama’s Interpol unit detained a Mexican man wanted by the United States in an alleged rape case. Authorities said the arrest was made possible through international police cooperation and information sharing.
More than $800,000 in credit is helping reactivate onion production in Coclé, where the crop remains strategic for Panama’s food supply. Producers say financing is important, but the sector still faces deeper challenges.
Panama has transferred a long-sought suspect in the 1994 bombing of a Jewish community center, a case known as the country’s deadliest terror attack. The extradition followed coordinated action involving Panamanian, U.S. and Venezuelan authorities.
Spay Panamá will hold a sterilization day in Colón for dogs and cats. Pets operated on will be identified with standard ear markings used in animal welfare programs.
Two Ngäbe women in Panama graduated as teachers, faced setbacks in finding a place in the education system, and chose to start their own venture. Their story highlights resilience, education, and Indigenous women’s determination to build opportunity.
A returning El Niño in 2026 could pressure Panama’s Gatun Lake, creating new challenges for canal operations and water management. The weather pattern also raises broader concerns for hydroelectric power across Latin America.
Panama City Municipality says it has built and recovered about 1,200 meters of sidewalks in eight corregimientos during the first three months of the year. The project aims to improve pedestrian safety and mobility for more than 300,000 residents.
Panama’s 2026 South American Youth Games are putting racket sports and baseball in the spotlight. The event will be available live on TVMAX, TVN Pass and YouTube.
Parlacen’s plenary voted against adding the swearing-in of Laurentino Cortizo and José Gabriel Carrizo to its agenda, blocking the move for now. The decision keeps the former Panamanian leaders’ possible entry into the regional body on hold.
CSS has extended its recruitment call for a director position with a salary of up to $5,500 a month. The process includes requirements, dates and application steps for interested candidates.
A suspect long sought in the Pan Am Flight 103 bombing has been extradited to the United States, renewing attention on one of history’s deadliest terror attacks. The case has deep significance for Panama, which was closely tied to the victims and the long pursuit of justice.
Parlacen rejected a move to add the swearing-in of former president Laurentino Cortizo and ex-vice president José Gabriel Carrizo to its agenda. The debate turned sharply political as lawmakers cited their pending legal situations.
Panama’s Foreign Ministry is continuing talks with Cuba over Panamanians detained there since March. Vice Foreign Minister Carlos Hoyos said the government will keep pressing diplomatically for their return.
The Social Security Fund has extended the deadline for selecting a key oversight and control director, while candidates must submit files by April 24, 2026. The post is important for institutional accountability inside one of Panama’s most vital public agencies.
Panama’s Public Ministry is investigating the expiration of $2.5 million in medical supplies at the CSS. Inspectors are checking storage facilities as part of the case.
Star Princess has completed its first transit of the Panama Canal, marking an early milestone for the new cruise ship. The crossing underscores Panama’s continuing importance in global cruise itineraries.
Panama lawmakers inspected the Chilibre water plant and reviewed the stalled Gamboa project as IDAAN seeks funding for critical maintenance and expansion works. The visit focused on pump failures, electrical systems, and the need to strengthen water supply in the capital area.
Venezuela has transferred a suspect in Panama’s 1994 plane bombing case, reviving one of the country’s longest-running terrorism investigations. The move follows renewed cooperation involving Panama, the United States and Israel.
Arraiján residents say they have gone three years without continuous drinking water service, with only 29 homes receiving a constant supply. The complaint highlights ongoing infrastructure pressures in Panama’s growing metropolitan corridor.