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A New York coffee shop tied to Panama has been ranked among the world’s top 100 cafes, spotlighting Panamanian coffee on a global stage. The recognition could help draw more attention to Panama’s specialty coffee producers.
Panama’s Ministry of Health is promoting the training of future pharmacists as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s health workforce. The move underscores the growing importance of pharmacy professionals in patient care and medicine safety.
Shipping companies are paying steep premiums to secure passage through the Panama Canal as global trade routes face fresh pressure from the Strait of Hormuz. The spike highlights the canal’s enduring role as a vital shortcut in world commerce.
The CSS has announced the first May 2026 payment schedule for retirees and pensioners in Panama, including ACH deposits and check payments. The calendar provides beneficiaries with a clear reference for their monthly income.
Panama’s Health Ministry rejected claims of neglect in HIV prevention, saying health promotion and combined prevention efforts continue through rights-based, inclusive strategies. The response came amid attention tied to an LGBT community nomination and public discussion around the issue.
Shipping companies are paying steep premiums to cross the Panama Canal as instability in the Strait of Hormuz pushes more cargo toward safer routes. The canal says traffic and tonnage rose in the first half of fiscal year 2026.
Panama is advancing a $2 billion plan for a fourth bridge over the Panama Canal, a project aimed at easing traffic and strengthening urban connectivity. The crossing is set to play a major role in the capital region’s transport network.
Rising tension in the Strait of Hormuz is pushing more shipping through the Panama Canal, with some businesses paying up to $4 million to secure passage. The surge highlights the canal’s role as a critical global trade route when other chokepoints become risky.
Shipping firms are paying up to $4 million to cross the Panama Canal as instability in the Strait of Hormuz pushes global trade toward safer routes. The surge highlights the canal’s enduring role as a vital shortcut for international shipping.
Companies are paying steep premiums to secure Panama Canal transit as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz raise uncertainty in global shipping. The trend highlights the canal’s strategic value in volatile trade conditions.
Panama will distribute Cepanim certificates in stages as officials manage a large beneficiary list and schedule in-person pickups. The program covers unpaid interest linked to withheld 13th-month payments from 1972 to 1983.
The Bridge of the Americas was subjected to a nighttime load test in Panama using two 33-ton trucks across all lanes of the east section. The evaluation will continue Saturday with another overnight closure.
Businesses are diverting cargo through the Panama Canal as instability in the Strait of Hormuz reshapes global shipping. The shift highlights Panama’s role as a key alternative route when major maritime corridors become risky.
Panama’s meteorology and hydrology institute says the likelihood of an El Niño event has risen to 70%, signaling a possible drop in rainfall in 2026. The outlook matters for water supply, agriculture, and other climate-sensitive sectors.
Arraiján’s free student transport program is drawing attention for more than its benefits, after buses were branded with images of the mayor. The move has sparked debate over whether a public service is being used for political promotion.
Rising tension in the Strait of Hormuz is pushing some shippers to consider costly reroutes, putting the Panama Canal back in focus as a key global trade alternative. The situation highlights Panama’s role in keeping international cargo moving during geopolitical disruption.
Police and municipal agents stopped an armed robbery attempt at a jewelry store in Plaza 5 de Mayo and detained the suspect. The incident highlights security challenges in one of Panama City’s busiest commercial areas.
Two accidents on Vía Centenario caused heavy morning traffic toward Panama City. The crashes slowed one of the capital’s key commuter routes during peak hours.
IFARHU will pay PASE-U 2026 through ACH transfers, a move aimed at improving oversight of Panama’s student aid program. The change also highlights the conditions families must meet to keep receiving the benefit.
Auction prices for Panama Canal transit slots have more than doubled, showing stronger competition for limited passage through the key trade route. The increase highlights the canal’s central role in global shipping and Panama’s economy.