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MiBus announced route and timetable changes effective March 23 as rising fuel costs create an estimated $250,000 weekly operating overcost. Riders should watch for detailed schedule releases.

Emmanuel Moses presents Geometría en tránsito at Centro Espacio Arte in San Francisco, a Pinta Art Week 2026 exhibition that transforms Panama Canal forms and maritime materials into large-scale Op Art works.

Panama’s Ministry of Security announced that the U.S. aircraft carrier USS Nimitz and destroyer USS Gridley will navigate the Strait of Magellan this week. Minseg provided no additional scheduling or purpose details.

The University of Panama begins its first semester of 2026 on Monday, March 23, welcoming both new entrants and continuing students as campus activities resume.

Representative Brenes said she felt “petrified” after touring private and state shelters for pregnant girls in Panama City, drawing attention to conditions and oversight of care for pregnant minors.

The 83rd Major League Baseball Championship in Panama honored ten living national baseball legends, highlighting their records—batting titles, home runs, pitching and managerial achievements—and their impact across provinces and international competition.

Corn producers in Panama’s Azuero peninsula are demanding a response from MIDA after alleged nonpayment for the 2025 harvest, saying they need funds to meet financial obligations.

Students at Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá presented a project called “Papilla Nutritiva con Ingredientes Regionales,” proposing a regionally based porridge to help reduce malnutrition in Panama.

IDAAN announced scheduled works from March 24–29 in several provinces as part of a national plan to optimize water production and guarantee potable supply. Residents should watch for local advisories.

Telemetro released a video with the complete results of the Lotería Nacional de Panamá Sunday draw on 22 March 2026; ticket-holders should verify numbers with official Lotería Nacional channels.

Chimán’s roughly 500-year-old parish is now being accompanied by misioneros javieranos, with the archbishop praising the faithful’s simple faith, perseverance and hope.

The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Nimitz and destroyer USS Gridley are scheduled to arrive in Panama on March 29 as part of a South American itinerary that includes Peru, Chile and Brazil.

Mario Bárcenas claimed a double podium at the TCR Panama weekend, praising his team’s work and affirming they will continue focusing on the car’s evolution.

Congresswoman Alexandra Brenes said she was “petrified” after visiting shelters in Panama City where girls, some aged 8 and 9, arrived pregnant. Inspections by the National Assembly’s Womens Commission and planned rural visits follow allegations of negligence and reports of sexual abuse in facilities.

Monseñor Ulloa urged Panamanians to embrace forgiveness and reconciliation in the days before Holy Week, warning against carrying long-held resentments.

Autódromo Panamá held the GT Challenge Las Américas’ first night edition in Capira; Gustavo Ortega swept the GT Challenge heats while Juan Carlos Leroux dominated the TCR races.

The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Nimitz and destroyer USS Gridley are due in Panama on March 29 as part of a regional tour that began March 12 and includes stops in Peru, Chile and Brazil.

A major cabalgata in David and two elite weddings in Boquete and Panama City attracted politicians, business figures and foreign guests, highlighting the close overlap of social life and political influence in Panama.

La Prensa published the results of the Sorteo de Oro Dominical for 22 March 2026: first prize 3522 (letters CCDC, series 1, folio 11), second prize 6812 and third prize 3143.

Telemetro reports that the Concurso General de Becas 2026 has benefited more than 131,000 students across all education levels in Panama. The outlet also referenced possible dates and methodology for the 2026 selection process.