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A 20-year-old man who disappeared after being caught by a strong rip current in Playa La Boca, Río Hato, was found dead. One of the two fishermen involved in the incident survived.
Panama’s men’s flag football team shut out Uruguay 51-0 at the South American Youth Games, with Carlos Moses throwing six touchdown passes. The team returns later to face Argentina.
Panama will face Brazil in an international friendly on Sunday, May 31, as part of its buildup toward the 2026 World Cup. The match will be broadcast on TVMAX, TVN, TVN Pass and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.
President José Raúl Mulino will review the decree regulating Uber and InDrive in Panama after public criticism on social media. He plans to meet with transport and government officials to discuss possible changes.
Panama’s new rules for app-based “luxury taxis” triggered strong backlash online, with critics questioning enforcement, costs, and the role of intermediaries. A smaller group backed the decree as a step toward order and tax compliance.
Panama’s transport authority will require luxury ride platforms to register formally under a new decree. The move is designed to bring app-based premium transport services into a clearer regulatory framework.
Panama’s CADE 2026 will run from April 22 to 24 and put the country’s possible closer alignment with the OECD in focus. The business gathering is expected to frame a broader debate over Panama’s economic direction and global standing.
A youth interschool futsal tournament will begin on April 24 at USMA in Panama City, highlighting emerging talent in Panama’s school sports scene. The event adds to the country’s growing intercolegiate athletics calendar.
Panama beat Cuba 3-0 in Penonomé to finish atop Group E with a perfect record and advance to the final phase of women’s World Cup qualifying. Ericka Arauz scored twice as Panama controlled the match from the opening minutes.
The SPI has launched “Escudo Negro” to reinforce security in Casco Antiguo and the Cinta Costera with 350 additional units. The operation aims to deter crime and protect residents, families and tourists in one of Panama City’s busiest areas.
Temporary traffic detours will take effect on the Pan-American Highway in Panama Oeste as the Ministry of Public Works carries out drainage works tied to the Corredor de las Playas expansion. At least one lane will remain open while crews work from April 21 to May 15.
Panama will see scattered showers and intense heat through the day, while sea conditions remain stable on both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts.
Argentina and Uruguay produced standout performances at the South American Youth Games in Panama 2026, including a record-setting swim at the Panamanian aquatic complex. The event is giving Panama a prominent role as host of a major regional sports competition.
Oil and LNG tankers are flooding the Panama Canal as Middle East tensions push more energy shipments from the U.S. Gulf Coast toward Asia. The surge has lifted daily transits above earlier projections and raised congestion at the strategic waterway.
Panama City Hall has rolled out a weekend program featuring culture, food, art and recreation for residents and visitors. The initiative aims to activate public spaces and support community life in the capital.
Panama opened Capac Expo Vivienda 2026 in Amador with more than 300 housing projects on display. Senior officials highlighted the fair’s role in supporting construction, jobs, and family housing.
More than 3,000 students attended a vocational guidance fair at Ciudad del Saber in Panama, where they explored technical and professional study options. The event aimed to help young people make informed decisions about their education and future careers.
A 23-acre farm in Penonomé, Coclé, is listed at $239,000 after a price cut, with river frontage, springs, and access to nearby roads and utilities. The property sits close to Penonomé, La Pintada, Río Hato, and Panama’s Pacific coast.
Panama Canal traffic has tightened as Middle East disruptions reroute cargoes through the waterway, driving delays of up to three and a half days. One LPG tanker paid $4 million to jump the line in a recent auction.
Panama’s economic outlook is under pressure as global slowdown and Middle East tensions raise inflation and trade risks. Finance Minister Felipe Chapman says stronger resilience could help the country benefit from its strategic role.