Category: Politics

A Panama City municipal crew went to Don Bosco to help build a sidewalk in Villa Las Acacias. The project adds a neighborhood-focused pedestrian improvement in the capital.

Iran said it attacked U.S. Navy ships after its tanker was targeted, while the U.S. military called the incident unprovoked and said it responded defensively. The encounter heightens tensions in a key maritime corridor with global trade implications.

Trump has set a July 4 deadline to decide on higher tariffs against the European Union, raising the risk of a new transatlantic trade fight. The move could ripple through global supply chains and indirectly affect trade flows tied to Panama.

President José Raúl Mulino will travel to Costa Rica for Laura Fernández’s inauguration and meet with Spain’s King during the visit. The trip highlights Panama’s focus on regional diplomacy and ties with key international partners.

Palestinian detainees and rights groups have described allegations of rape, sexual violence and physical abuse in Israeli detention, intensifying scrutiny of prison conditions. The claims raise serious questions about accountability and international humanitarian law.

Residents and merchants in Guabito are worried after an eviction request targeted land in Finca 69 that they say they have occupied for 50 years. The dispute has stirred fears for homes, businesses, and community stability.

Panama’s Budget Committee approved a $30 million transfer for decentralization debt after a heated exchange between Roxana Méndez and Benicio Robinson over investigations into local funds. The vote passed 10-0, with Robinson abstaining.

The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on a military-linked Cuban conglomerate as UN experts warn the island is suffering an “energy starvation” crisis. The measures come amid fuel shortages, rolling blackouts, and growing pressure on Cuba’s fragile economy.

An Israeli strike on a security post in Gaza killed three people, including the father of a grieving Palestinian boy. The attack highlights the continuing civilian toll of the war.

Panama’s Education Ministry has uncovered a fake diploma scheme linked to teacher hiring, prompting more than 141 complaints and multiple lawsuits. Authorities are verifying academic records as fraud concerns spread across the public sector.

Shipping companies are facing rising uncertainty as the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted amid U.S.-Iran tensions and a U.S. Navy blockade of Iranian ports. The standoff could increase costs and ripple through global energy and trade routes.

Three ship hijackings near the Gulf of Aden have revived fears that piracy may be returning to the waters off Somalia and Yemen. The incidents raise the prospect of higher shipping costs and broader disruptions to global trade.

Panama’s Ministry of Education is expanding its investigation into alleged fake titles linked to teachers and administrative staff. New complaints are expected to involve a significant number of educators.

Around 200 teachers and other education workers have resigned after Panama’s Education Ministry filed criminal complaints over fake university diplomas. The case has raised concerns about hiring integrity and staffing in the public school system.

Gulf states are pressing the United Nations to secure the Strait of Hormuz, demanding that Iran stop attacks and protect shipping through the vital passage. The move reflects rising concern over a chokepoint that is central to global energy supplies.

Panama City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi visited Gonzalillo and Nueva Libia and pledged a new pedestrian bridge after residents raised safety concerns. The project responds to a community request that has been pending for more than 30 years.

President José Raúl Mulino says tensions with China are easing, but Panamanian-flagged vessel detentions remain heavily concentrated in Chinese ports. The latest figures show China accounted for nearly 79% of detentions through May 7.

President José Raúl Mulino will travel to Costa Rica for Laura Fernández’s inauguration and meet with Spain’s King during the visit. The trip highlights Panama’s diplomatic ties with its Central American neighbors and Europe.

Unachi rector Etelvina Medianero de Bonagas is facing intense scrutiny as the university struggles financially and her monthly state-linked income tops $17,000. The debate has reignited questions about salaries, accountability and political influence in Panama’s public universities.

Panama’s Education Ministry says it has uncovered a fake diploma network tied to school hiring, with more than 141 complaints filed and a nationwide audit underway. Officials say the case has triggered resignations and concerns about staffing gaps in schools.