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Panama City is facing renewed criticism over weak enforcement of urban rules, especially sidewalk obligations, as residents see basic needs ignored in favor of major projects. The debate centers on whether the capital should fix what already exists before pursuing costly new works.
Panama won gold in women’s flag football at the 2026 South American Youth Games after a 64-0 rout of Venezuela. The victory, combined with a men’s silver and a football bronze, highlighted a strong day for the Panamanian delegation.
The IMA has set Agroferia sales points for April 20 and 21 in several provinces and the Ngäbe Buglé comarca. Sales begin at 8:00 a.m., and buyers must show their ID card.
Prices at Panama City’s San Felipe Neri Market are moving unevenly, with tomatoes, peppers and cilantro getting more expensive while onions and cucumbers offer cheaper options. The shifts are affecting daily shopping choices for local households.
Yanina Sánchez is demanding justice after her son died during a police operation in El Chorrillo. She says officers used excessive force and wants the cause of death clarified through the autopsy results.
Taxi drivers in Panama say the fuel subsidy is saving them up to B/.10.00 and easing daily operating costs. They are urging the government to keep the measure in place as long as needed.
The Ministry of Health held a weekend drive in San Miguelito to issue white and green health cards, with more than 300 food handlers taking part. The campaign supports food safety and hygiene standards in Panama’s food sector.
Authorities recovered the body of a missing teenager at El Chorro de La Chorrera, with SINAPROC locating the victim near the point of immersion. The case has renewed attention on water safety at popular recreation sites in Panama Oeste.
A 28-year-old man was shot dead inside a tenement in Barrio Norte, Colón. Authorities are investigating the killing and searching for those responsible.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has set April 27 as the start date for second-half salary payments to public sector workers. The schedule affects government employees nationwide and marks an important monthly payroll deadline.
Panama’s Social Security Fund said prosecutors recovered more than $2.4 million after an investigation into altered data. The agency also said it has filed more than 1,000 complaints as part of a wider internal cleanup effort.
The Club Kiwanis donated support to the Hogar San Francisco de Asís, helping strengthen care for children served by the shelter. The home continues to face constant needs that require ongoing attention.
More than 30,000 people attended the Pineapple Fair in La Chorrera, where tours, food, and pineapple-based products boosted local commerce. The event highlighted both community celebration and support for entrepreneurs and producers.
Panama’s Science March marked its 10th year with a call for decisions grounded in scientific evidence. The event framed science as a sustainable driver of national development.
Pirate raids left a lasting mark on Panama’s coastline, including the destruction of Panama City in 1671. Historic sites such as Panama Viejo and Portobelo still reflect that turbulent colonial era.
Panama’s National Police joined a Family Community Day in David, using the event to strengthen ties with residents in Chiriquí province. The outreach highlighted the role of community policing beyond day-to-day security work.
Panama’s next national day off will suspend work and classes for public workers, private employees, and students across the country. The holiday is expected to affect schedules and daily activity nationwide.
Panama lost a tense 34-32 final to Brazil in men’s flag football at the 2026 South American Youth Games, settling for silver in a packed Emilio Royo Stadium. The women’s team still has a chance to win gold against Venezuela.
Five foreign nationals were detained in La Chorrera after a confrontation with National Police officers left two agents injured. Prosecutors charged the group with offenses against public servants and personal injury.
Five foreign nationals were detained in La Chorrera after allegedly assaulting police officers during an incident in Panama Oeste. The case highlights tensions that can arise during police interventions in busy urban areas.