ATTT Dismisses Official After Beer Seen in State Vehicle
The ATTT dismissed an official after he was caught drinking a beer inside a state-owned vehicle. The agency said it rejects such conduct and remains committed to transparency.
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The ATTT dismissed an official after he was caught drinking a beer inside a state-owned vehicle. The agency said it rejects such conduct and remains committed to transparency.
Several people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the Pan-American Highway in Natá, Coclé. The collision disrupted traffic on one of Panama’s busiest routes.
A four-vehicle collision on the Pan-American Highway in Natá left several people injured and affected traffic on a key national route. The crash highlights the ongoing safety risks on one of Panama’s busiest roads.
Minister Beatriz Carles de Arango appeared before the National Assembly to answer at least 42 questions about Panama’s child protection system. The hearing follows concerns raised over alleged irregularities at a Tocumen shelter run by Senniaf.
Panama’s jubilados and pensionados can access discounts on selected services and purchases under consumer protection rules outlined by ACODECO. The benefits are aimed at helping older adults reduce everyday costs.
Panama will activate lane reversals on major routes starting April 2 to handle holiday travel for Semana Santa. Authorities expect more than 100,000 vehicles to head to the interior and are deploying traffic units nationwide.
Panama’s tourism industry is posting stronger hotel occupancy and higher spending, with officials projecting $6.5 billion in visitor spending by 2025. Growth has been driven by airline partnerships, targeted marketing and the Panamá Stopover program.
Two women in Panama were sentenced to 232 months in prison after trying to bring drugs and weapons into La Joyita prison. The case highlights ongoing concerns over contraband and security inside the country’s detention centers.
Fuel prices in Panama rise on Friday, April 3, bringing a new adjustment to gasoline and diesel costs nationwide. The change is expected to affect drivers, transport operators, and businesses.
A hemodialysis patient had a vehicle stolen at the CSS complex on Transístmica in Panama City, with damaged cameras leaving no suspects identified. The case has raised new concerns over security at a major public health facility.
Russia said it will keep supporting Cuba after the arrival of an oil tanker, while also accusing the United States of unprecedented pressure on the island. The move highlights Cuba’s continued dependence on outside energy assistance.
Panama selected karate athlete Dessire Frías and swimmer Raúl Antadillas as its flag bearers for the IV South American Youth Games Panama 2026. Judoka Julieta Escobar received the national flag in Frías’ place while the athlete trains in the United States.
NASA has started fueling Artemis II ahead of a planned launch from Florida that would send four astronauts into lunar orbit for the first time since 1972. The 10-day mission could also set a record as the farthest crewed flight from Earth.
Florida State University Panama City students are finishing the semester with a hands-on underwater crime scene project that tests forensic and investigative skills. The exercise combines finals with practical training in a coastal setting.
Panama will begin Holy Week lane reversals on the Inter-American Highway on April 2 to ease traffic toward the interior. More than 26,000 security personnel will also be deployed nationwide for the holiday period.
Panama’s Ministry of Environment has deployed more than 700 officials nationwide for Holy Week 2026 to protect natural areas and support visitors. The operation targets beaches, forests, rivers, and protected zones during one of the country’s busiest travel periods.
Artemis II is preparing for launch with a four-member crew and a mission duration of about 10 days. The flight is a key step in NASA’s plan to return humans to lunar exploration.
Donald Trump said he would consider an Iranian ceasefire only after the Strait of Hormuz is reopened, as tensions rise over the key oil route. He also signaled possible U.S. disengagement from the war in the coming weeks.
Panama-flagged ships accounted for most of the detentions in China during a sharp March spike, underscoring the pressure port inspections can put on global shipping. The trend has implications for Panama’s role as a leading flag state.
Panama’s Cabinet approved a temporary fuel price stabilization plan to support public transport, freight, agriculture, and artisanal fishing. The measure caps gasoline and diesel prices for up to 10 months as the government responds to rising international energy costs.