Venezuelan migrants turned away at the US border are stranded in Miramar, Panama, living in tents and abandoned houses as they await risky boat passage to Colombia.
A joint report by Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica finds more than 14,000 people, mainly Venezuelans, who were heading to the US have turned back south amid tighter U.S. immigration policies, facing limited funds and threats from criminal gangs.
Panama City Hall says September 2025 vehicle circulation stickers are now available for pickup starting September 1. Drivers must have a valid inspection certificate and be current on municipal taxes to receive them.
Inadeh has restarted its Marino Ordinario program after a 18-month suspension, with 183 participants now training in Tocumen, El Chorrillo and Colón. New enrollment is set to open in February 2026.
Casco Viejo in Panama City is gaining attention for offering an affordable lifestyle, accessible visa options and a rich cultural setting that appeals to visitors and prospective residents.
TVN Media and Sumarse signed an agreement to promote the 14th Semana de la Responsabilidad Empresarial in Panama. The event will focus on sustainability, innovation, and responsible business growth.
Ciudad del Saber and TVN Media have joined forces in Panama to promote knowledge-sharing and broaden the reach of educational and social content. The alliance highlights the growing role of media partnerships in public engagement.
The Guardian reports that migrants deported during the Trump era, including people from Afghanistan and Nigeria, are stranded in Panama and repeatedly pressed to board repatriation flights despite serious risks to their safety.
A Panama court again denied bail to Ronny Rodríguez, a former National Security Council member wanted since 2015 in the illegal wiretapping case. The long-running investigation centers on alleged surveillance of more than 150 people during the 2009-2014 government.
San Francisco residents approved a new eco-friendly boardwalk to restore public access to Coco Parque in Coco del Mar. The project includes mangrove protection, phased development and a neighborhood trust to help manage the park.
Panama’s comptroller general filed two cases in the supreme court against owners of two strategic ports after a failed sale to a BlackRock–MSC consortium, a move framed amid US–China rivalry and seen as a political win for Donald Trump.
Panama’s Health Ministry is offering free yellow fever vaccines to travelers heading to South American countries where the disease is circulating. The vaccine is available in Corozal, and some groups can instead apply for a travel certificate.
The Municipality of Panama is asking more than 38,000 job applicants to verify their appointment time and QR code before Saturday’s 2025 Job Fair. Entry to the Megapolis Convention Center will be limited to the exact assigned time.
En las últimas décadas, Panamá ha experimentado un deterioro progresivo de su sistema político-electoral. Lo que alguna vez fue visto como un modelo institucional confiable, especialmente tras las reformas posinvasión que buscaron fortalecer la democracia, hoy se encuentra sumido en una crisis estructural. Esta crisis no es accidental ni coyuntural: responde a decisiones institucionales deliberadas, encabezadas principalmente por las últimas reformas electorales, que han consolidado un sistema d
At a congressional hearing, US defence secretary Pete Hegseth said the Pentagon maintains contingency plans that include Greenland and Panama, stressing the department must plan for any contingency.
Panama’s health authorities warned of possible measles exposure linked to two large religious gatherings in Bolivia and urged attendees to monitor symptoms. Officials also reminded residents to keep vaccinations up to date.
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Forbes contributor Javier Bastardo reports that Panama’s emerging Bitcoin strategy centers on enabling tax payments in Bitcoin and introducing regulatory measures, signaling a cautious but practical approach to integrating cryptocurrency into the formal economy.
UN climate chief Simon Stiell told leaders in Panama that only strong greenhouse gas cuts can restore economic stability, stressing that clear government signals are needed to unlock private investment as drought has put pressure on the Panama Canal and global trade.
Camera footage from a small Panamanian island shows capuchin monkeys carrying at least 11 baby howlers during 2022–2023; scientists say the abductions likely occurred in the trees.