The latest, verified reporting on events across Panama and beyond. This section covers breaking stories, developments, and essential daily news.
Panama is facing higher fuel costs as oil prices top $100 a barrel, prompting a temporary government cap for public transport and freight. Drivers and taxi operators are already paying more at the pump.
Violence at a National Major Baseball Championship game in Las Tablas has renewed concerns about stadium security in Panama. A history of fights, crowd control problems and gaps in medical coverage shows the issue goes beyond one incident.
Semana Santa is driving higher seafood demand at Panama City’s Mercado de Mariscos, with prices rising on some fish while shrimp remains widely promoted. The market will operate nonstop through Good Friday before a deep cleaning on April 6.
Panama’s Cabinet approved a special maintenance contract for Line 2 of the Metro of Panama as ridership rises sharply amid higher fuel prices and transport changes. The six-month deal with Alstom Panamá is aimed at protecting safety and service reliability.
Panama’s CSS will begin paying the 2026 permanent bonus on April 17, with retirees and pensioners receiving $50 in the first installment. Two more payments are scheduled for August and December.
Panama’s Holy Week television tradition continues with annual broadcasts of classic biblical films, led by enduring favorites like The Passion of the Christ. The ritual reflects the country’s Christian roots and the lasting pull of shared screen-time during Easter.
Panama’s National Assembly is navigating deal-making over the Ombudsman’s Office and Electoral Tribunal while also clashing over a right-of-reply bill. The political maneuvering highlights growing pressure on key institutions and legislative procedure.
A satirical column in Panama criticizes political showmanship, from a port call aboard the USS Nimitz to controversies over education and race. It uses mock “Oscar” awards to highlight perceived contradictions in public office.
Heart disease is a leading cause of death among women in Panama, and its warning signs are often missed because they differ from men’s symptoms. Preventive checkups, exercise, healthy eating and stress reduction can all lower risk.
Panama head coach Thomas Christiansen praised Orlando Pirates winger Relebohile Mofokeng as a technically skilled player and a key talent for Bafana Bafana’s future. The endorsement adds to the young attacker’s rising profile in African football.
The churches of Panama City’s Casco Antiguo preserve centuries of spiritual, urban, and architectural history. They remain central landmarks in one of the capital’s most important heritage districts.
Panama’s Holy Week season highlights the country’s mix of traditions as Christian and Jewish communities observe their major religious dates. The overlap reflects the nation’s broader cultural and spiritual diversity.
The University of Panama’s Faculty of Agricultural Sciences has opened a new Center for Research and Production in a Controlled Environment. The facility is set to support agricultural training, experimentation, and applied production.
Panama’s Civil Aviation Authority graduated 25 new air traffic controllers specializing in aerodrome control. The training strengthens airport safety and operational capacity across the country.
Panama’s National Assembly Government Commission has finished interviewing candidates for Defensor del Pueblo. Lawmakers will now draft a recommendation for the Plenum next Monday.
The Martes Santo procession was held in Panama City’s Casco Antiguo as part of Semana Santa observances. The historic district again served as a central setting for one of the country’s most important religious traditions.
Panama’s education debate is focusing on outdated laws, teacher quality and the need for a modern curriculum that includes STEM and technology. The push for reform is being tied to the country’s long-term competitiveness, employment and development.
Panama’s government has set gasoline at B/.3.33 and diesel at B/.3.41 under a price freeze that will last up to 10 months. The measure is designed to bring stability to transport and household costs.
A small plane flying to Cartagena, Colombia, made an emergency landing at Panama Pacific Airport west of Panama City. The diversion underscores the role of nearby airports in handling in-flight emergencies safely.
A wave of sexual harassment allegations has shaken Colombia’s media industry after dozens of journalists and workers began sharing testimony through the #YoTeCreoColega initiative. Caracol Televisión has cut ties with two presenters and an independent inquiry is now underway.