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Panama repealed a decree regulating ride-hailing apps after backlash from drivers and users, amid fresh scrutiny over ATTT official Justo Castañeda’s transport-sector ties. The dispute has reignited debate over the country’s concession-based cupo system and who benefits from it.
A fifth suspect has surrendered in the Chitré murder case involving an Indian merchant. Ortiz Palma is expected to face a guarantees hearing in the coming hours.
Beneficiaries of CEPANIM faced platform failures on Monday after being unable to register or upload documents, prompting visits to the MEF in Panama City. The disruption highlights the growing dependence of public services on reliable digital systems.
President José Raúl Mulino revoked a new decree regulating platform-based luxury taxi services in Panama and called for broader consultation. The government says a new rule will be drafted with input from users and other stakeholders.
President José Raúl Mulino met with author Dan Brown during his visit to Panama to present Wild Symphony. Brown also praised the country, adding a cultural spotlight to the visit.
Seven people were detained in Chiriquí during Operation Odin, a coordinated anti-drug sweep in David that seized suspected marijuana, cocaine, pills, and a vehicle. The action targeted micro-trafficking networks tied to organized crime.
Mega Bingo TV Mundial 2026 opens with its first draw this Thursday, and cartons are already on sale through Bingos Nacionales, Metro de Panamá stations, and lottery vendors. The promotion is drawing attention across Panama’s national gaming network.
A 13-year-old boy died after drowning at El Chorro de La Chorrera in Panama Oeste. It is the province’s first recorded drowning of 2026.
A hearing in Panama’s phone-interception case was suspended over a notification issue as alleged losses climbed above $10 million. The case remains a major test of accountability for former security officials.
Panama’s government has repealed the decree regulating luxury transport services and opened a new discussion on how the sector should be governed. The move sets up a fresh regulatory process for operators and authorities.
A suspect in the 1994 Alas Chiricanas bombing is expected to arrive in Panama after being extradited from Venezuela. The case, one of the most serious in the country’s history, left 21 people dead and remained unresolved for years.
Plaza Amador defeated Sporting 3-0 and extended its shutout streak to four matches, moving four points clear in the race for a direct semifinal spot. The club has now won five straight after a poor start to the Clausura.
Star Princess has completed its first Fort Lauderdale-to-Panama Canal transit, spotlighting one of Panama’s signature cruise routes. The crossing underscores the canal’s continued importance to tourism and international travel.
Star Princess has completed its first Panama Canal transit, marking a milestone for the new cruise ship and highlighting the canal’s role in global tourism. The crossing reinforces Panama’s status as a major destination for iconic cruise itineraries.
Panama is highlighting baseball as part of the 2026 South American Youth Games, with live coverage set across TVMAX, TVN Pass, and YouTube. The event puts Panama’s youth sports scene and baseball tradition in the regional spotlight.
The Panama Canal has awarded new road construction works in the Río Indio project area under an agreement with the Ministry of Public Works. The project highlights coordination between the Canal and the state as infrastructure planning advances.
The Panama Canal has awarded road construction in the Río Indio basin, advancing infrastructure that will improve access in a strategically important area. The new routes are part of broader efforts to accelerate the project in the canal watershed.
Panama’s fire service handled 461 emergencies over the weekend, including 126 vegetation fires. The figures underscore the strain on crews during periods of heightened fire risk.
Two young people died in a traffic accident on the Las Tablas–Tonosí road near Valle Rico, in Los Santos. The fatal crash has renewed concern about road safety on rural highways in Panama.
A CSS surgical team at Ciudad de la Salud completed a complex aortic operation on a patient with chronic dissection and a dangerous aneurysm. The patient is recovering favorably after the high-risk procedure.