The latest, verified reporting on events across Panama and beyond. This section covers breaking stories, developments, and essential daily news.
Cerro Sonsonate in San Miguelito is at the center of a debate over high-density development, green space, and the environmental costs of urban expansion. The dispute highlights how growth in Panama’s capital region can affect heat, drainage, traffic, and public health.
David will introduce a targeted curfew around the Public Market next week as authorities respond to security concerns raised by school representatives. The measure will also regulate alcohol sales in the area.
Panama could play a larger role in global energy security as countries look for safer ways to store and move LNG amid rising geopolitical risk. The Canal’s location gives the country a strategic edge in any future reserve-and-distribution model.
Panama is preparing for a major June debate on Bill 413 as Senacyt finalizes the National AI Strategy. The outcome could set the country’s approach to innovation, accountability and digital rights.
Black soldier fly larvae are emerging in Panama as a promising way to process organic waste into animal feed and fertilizer. Researchers and institutions see it as part of a broader circular economy solution.
Panamanian legal practice can treat fake drug packages and hidden compartments as part of narcotrafficking cases. The approach reflects the country’s role as a key transit route for illicit shipments.
Bolivian security forces cleared part of a major highway near La Paz before pulling back to avoid a clash with other protesters. The move reopened limited traffic on a key transport route but left the broader road dispute unresolved.
Mi Pueblito Afroantillano hosted a celebration of Afro-Panamanian identity filled with music, culture and artisan food. The event also highlighted the work of entrepreneurial families who prepared handmade products for visitors.
Search groups in Jalisco uncovered a clandestine burial site in El Salto with dozens of bags of human remains and 21 skeletons. The discovery highlights Mexico’s worsening disappearance crisis ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Authorities in David, Chiriquí, will impose targeted curfews in specific zones and limit alcohol sales to help reduce crime. The move could become a model for other provinces if officials decide to expand it.
Colombia has accredited 1,188 auditors and observers for its May 31 presidential election amid heightened scrutiny over voting technology and transparency. The monitoring effort includes domestic parties, civic groups and international missions.
UNACHI students and faculty held a vigil outside the rector’s office, urging the Public Ministry to speed up investigations amid an administrative and financial crisis. The protest adds pressure on university authorities as the campus demands accountability.
José Luis Rodríguez is using his time in Panama to prepare for a possible second World Cup with the national team. The FC Juárez winger says every player must fight for a place in Thomas Christiansen’s final squad.
Venezuela has deported Alex Saab to the United States, reopening a major legal and political dispute tied to corruption allegations and U.S.-Venezuela tensions. The case remains significant because of Saab’s close ties to Nicolás Maduro and his role in past prisoner exchanges.
The killing of a former mayor and campaign coordinator in Meta has heightened fears over political violence in Colombia ahead of the May 31 election. Authorities are under pressure to investigate the attack and bolster protection for candidates and local leaders.
The IMA will hold simultaneous Agro-Fairs across several regions of Panama on May 18 and 19, starting at 8:00 a.m. The events are designed to connect consumers with agricultural products through direct public sales.
Panama’s Public Security Ministry defended the leasing of vehicles for the National Police, saying the deal was priced in the market and aligned with transparency standards. The move highlights ongoing scrutiny of how the state manages security spending.
The Panama Canal says it does not plan transit restrictions in 2026, despite ongoing El Niño concerns. The move is important for Panama’s economy and for global shipping routes that rely on steady canal traffic.
A coaster driver in Pedregal was sanctioned after running a red light and putting pedestrians at risk. The incident highlights ongoing traffic safety concerns in Panama City.
Son Heung-min has been named to South Korea’s 26-man World Cup squad, setting up what could be his final appearance at the tournament. The lineup also features Lee Kang-in and Kim Min-jae as South Korea aims to extend its long World Cup run.