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Panama’s firefighters have handled more than 4,000 bee-related emergencies this year, renewing warnings about the danger of africanized bees. Officials are urging people to avoid disturbing swarms and to take precautions near hives.
Panama’s 2026 Reforestation Program aims to restore 1,320 hectares with native species, beginning with planting in Soberanía National Park. The initiative focuses on recovering degraded land and strengthening conservation efforts.
The program Arte Sano was presented at a family fair in Omar Park, where presenters, producers and participants met attendees in a festive setting. The event featured children’s attractions and food in one of Panama City’s best-known public parks.
Panama’s National Assembly is considering a bill that would impose prison terms of up to 10 years for blocking access to beaches and rivers. The proposal frames those natural spaces as public resources of collective interest.
An elderly woman in Chiriquí has died after an attack allegedly carried out by her son on January 24, 2026. The case highlights the dangers of domestic violence and abuse against vulnerable older adults.
Heavy rains in Veracruz flooded more than 25 homes, prompting residents to call for drainage maintenance to prevent further water intrusion. The incident renewed concerns about local flooding during intense storms.
UDELAS and UTP have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen scientific research and innovation in Panama. The partnership aims to deepen collaboration between the two public universities.
IFARHU is waiting for approval of an agreement with a local bank before starting PASE-U key card distribution. The move is needed before the first 2026 payment can begin.
Cabra 1, Cabra 2 and El Trapichito water plants have resumed operations after rainfall affected their function. The restart helps restore drinking water service in the areas they supply.
Capellanía in Natá celebrated the National Traditional Cart Festival with a focus on rural heritage, including the symbolic filling of cane. The event highlighted the history of the cart and the labor of Panama’s countryside.
The BDA delivered more than B/.160,000 in loans to producers in Azuero as part of its institutional transformation under President José Raúl Mulino. The financing supports agricultural activity in one of Panama’s key rural regions.
The Azuero Fair ended with a canine contest that brought dozens of pets and their owners into the spotlight. Organizers thanked the fair’s board for supporting the event year after year.
Shipping companies are paying up to $4 million to cross the Panama Canal as global trade reroutes away from the Middle East. The surge highlights the canal’s growing strategic value during a period of maritime disruption.
Authorities suspended the search for a missing Costa Rican man in Bugaba, Chiriquí, after adverse weather conditions made operations unsafe. The pause comes as emergency teams face difficult terrain and reduced visibility in western Panama.
Authorities in Chiriquí are searching for a Costa Rican man who disappeared during a spiritual retreat in Bugaba, with weather conditions complicating the operation. Family members said he has a history of anxiety and of distancing himself from others.
Panama’s Environment Ministry has begun a reforestation program to restore 1,320 hectares across the country. The project aims to recover ecosystems with native species and repair land affected by fires and invasive plants.
A temporary curfew in Belisario Frías and Arnulfo Arias has emptied streets in San Miguelito, with officials saying any expansion will depend on results. The measure remains under review as authorities assess its effectiveness.
Panama’s audit of the Donoso mining site is in its final stage, with a definitive report expected in May. Environment Minister Juan Carlos Navarro said no mining activity is taking place there, only export and material handling.
Panama’s football league has launched an investigation after a bizarre own goal raised suspicions of match-fixing. The case puts the integrity of the domestic game under scrutiny.
Firefighters contained a small fire at IDAAN’s headquarters on Vía Brasil in Panama City. The affected areas were the Human Resources and Legal Advisory offices.