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Panama is working to win back EU confidence in its fishing sector ahead of a new audit expected this year. Officials say stronger monitoring, traceability and fleet controls could pave the way to a green card and wider seafood access in Europe.
Arsenal won the Premier League title after Bournemouth held Manchester City to a decisive draw at the Vitality Stadium. The result ends Arsenal’s 22-year wait for the crown and marks a major milestone for Mikel Arteta.
The Panama Canal is bracing for possible water shortages as NOAA forecasts a 98% chance of El Niño. The climate shift could affect canal operations, which depend on freshwater reserves in Panama’s watershed.
Google is redesigning Search with Gemini 3.5 Flash, introducing a more conversational, multimodal interface that will roll out globally where AI Mode is available. The shift could affect how people in Panama search, shop and find information online.
France has tightened health screening in Mayotte after the Ebola outbreak in Congo, extending checks to arrivals from South Africa. The move reflects growing regional concern about preventing imported cases in the French Indian Ocean territory.
Panama reported 10 femicides and nearly 5,000 domestic abuse complaints by May, underscoring the urgency of violence-prevention efforts. The Ministry of Women is urging victims to report abuse and seek legal and psychological support.
An attack in Minab, Iran, has drawn outrage after state media reported the deaths of dozens of children and teachers. The incident adds fresh tension to an already volatile U.S.-Iran relationship.
Panama’s Ombudsman, Angela Russo, says prisoners should not be barred from watching the World Cup, arguing that recreation remains part of their fundamental rights. The issue highlights the broader debate over humane treatment and dignity inside the country’s prisons.
Panama has expressed solidarity with Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz as protests, roadblocks and vandalism intensify. The government also asked the OAS to speak out in favor of stability in Bolivia.
UNACHI students are calling for Rector Etelvina Medianero de Bonagas to be removed as investigations deepen into alleged irregularities, degree homologations, and financial problems. The dispute is now affecting campus operations and the university’s ability to finish the academic year smoothly.
Plaza Amador and Alianza FC will face off in the LPF Clausura 2026 final on May 23 at 6:00 p.m. The match will be available on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and YouTube.
Hyundai’s use of an ocean-to-ocean rail route highlights growing competition for cargo that might otherwise move through the Panama Canal. For Panama, the trend underscores why the canal must keep adapting to changing global shipping patterns.
A Spanish court has ordered the return of more than $64 million to Shakira after annulling a 2011 tax penalty tied to her residency dispute. The ruling marks another major twist in the singer’s long-running clash with Spain’s tax authorities.
Panama’s Ombudsman has urged authorities to address the lack of televisions in prisons ahead of the World Cup, arguing that detention does not erase basic rights. The debate adds a human-rights angle to prison conditions as the tournament nears.
More than 127 people were detained after violent anti-government protests in La Paz, where clashes left police injured, property damaged and roads blocked. The unrest is intensifying pressure on President Rodrigo Paz as shortages spread in Bolivia’s capital region.
Scuf Gaming has launched the Omega, a premium PS5 controller built for competitive play with customizable inputs and mechanical switches. The device targets serious gamers with app-based tuning and precision-focused hardware.
Authorities are investigating the killing of the representative of Veladero de Tolé in Chiriquí after an attack that also injured five family members. Investigators found nearly 70 shell casings at the scene, highlighting the force of the assault.
Beef prices in Panama have climbed to the point where many families now treat red meat as a luxury. Rising production costs, supply-chain markups, and limited price controls are pushing shoppers toward cheaper proteins.
Panama’s Reef Committee has asked President José Raúl Mulino to veto Bill 571, saying it weakens protections for coral reefs and coastal ecosystems. The dispute now centers on how the country balances development, marine conservation and climate resilience.
Health officials say payrolls for 23 resident doctors at Hospital Santo Tomás could be prepared this month to cover six to eight months of overdue shift payments. The case highlights broader delays affecting medical trainees in Panama’s public health system.