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A NASA airborne laboratory has arrived in Panama for a scientific mission involving Panamanian students, teachers, and researchers. The visit underscores cooperation in science, education, and international research.
Panama City residents are protesting loud parties held in a municipal building space rented by city hall. The dispute reflects broader tensions in Panama over noise, neighborhood livability, and public venue oversight.
Panama’s Ministry of Environment has launched a 2026 reforestation program aimed at restoring more than 1,000 hectares of degraded land. The effort centers on native species to help rebuild ecosystems, protect biodiversity, and improve watershed health.
Two new complaints have been filed against Panama Comptroller Anel Flores over the April 9 interruption at the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office and the suspension of 43 Assembly workers. The Public Ministry already has an ex officio case open on the same events.
NASA is conducting the AVUELO mission in Panama, using a research plane with advanced radar to study tropical biodiversity. The work highlights Panama’s importance as a major center for environmental science and conservation research.
The Panama Canal is preparing tenders for the Río Indio water megaproject, a plan aimed at strengthening water supply for the canal and nearby communities. The initiative is central to Panama’s long-term water security.
The Copa Talento Colegial wrapped its second week with 27 matches across Sub-8, Sub-12 and Sub-16 at Eagles Stadium in El Colegio de Panamá. The weekend featured several heavy scorelines, standout individual performances and a renewed focus on fair play in youth football.
Panama’s Ministry of Environment has launched a 2026 reforestation program to restore more than 1,000 hectares of degraded land. The effort focuses on native species and ecosystem recovery.
Panama will face Bosnia in its final friendly before the 2026 World Cup, wrapping up the national team’s preparation tour. The match will be the squad’s last tune-up before tournament play.
Panama’s CSS will let people access health services and make payments with only their national ID card starting in May 2026. The shift will replace the need for a physical CSS card in those procedures.
Panama’s CSS will let insured people access health services and payments using only their cédula starting May 1, 2026. The change aims to simplify routine procedures and speed up service access.
Parents in Los Santos shut down a school to demand education improvements, prompting officials to say they will evaluate the situation and act. The dispute highlights community pressure over school conditions.
Cameras in David captured a crash on Félix Olivares road after a vehicle struck the door of a parked truck. The incident underscores the dangers of roadside parking and sudden obstacles in city traffic.
A Panama-flagged vessel caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz after an explosion on board, drawing attention to one of the world’s most sensitive shipping lanes. The incident highlights Panama’s continued presence in global maritime traffic.
San Miguelito Mayor Irma Hernández defended the district’s curfew, saying the measure is essential to restoring calm. The move highlights ongoing security concerns in one of Panama’s most populated urban areas.
A NASA research aircraft has arrived in Panama for a mission on tropical biodiversity, combining airborne radar with field studies through May 9. The visit also includes STEM outreach for Panamanian students, teachers, and researchers.
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A NASA aircraft has arrived in Panama to collect data on tropical biodiversity, with a focus on forest canopies and coastal wetlands. The mission adds to scientific efforts to better understand and protect the country’s rich ecosystems.
Panama’s Ministry of Environment has introduced stricter entry rules for protected areas, including a mandatory liability waiver, bans on single-use plastics and alcohol, and tougher enforcement powers. The new measures aim to protect wildlife, reduce damage, and improve visitor safety.
A 61-year-old woman has died after a violent January attack in Chiriquí, Panama. Prosecutors are now awaiting the legal medical death report to continue the case.