An appellate court revoked a November 2025 ruling that had halted changes to Panama district’s PLOT, rejecting Asociación Soy Paitilla’s claims of flawed public consultation and leaving Acuerdo No. 270 in force.
The Caja de Seguro Social (CSS) confirmed a first payment of a permanent bonus for retirees and pensioners: B/.50.00, to be disbursed in April; beneficiaries should watch for further CSS details.
Dutch prime minister Rob Jetten will join King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima at a private dinner hosted by President Trump in Washington during their April 13–15 visit, despite prior criticisms Jetten made of Trump.
Lebanese President Michel Aoun warned that an Israeli strike on a bridge could be a “prelude to ground invasion,” as Israel’s army chief said operations against Hezbollah “has only begun” and will be “prolonged.”
Fellipe Santos won his third straight Ironman 70.3 Panamá (3:48:57) at the Amador Causeway; Susana Guillén won the women’s race and Colombian Alberto Carrillo set a visual-impairment world record.
UTP student Anilys Rodríguez won the Young Scholars Award 2026 for a geospatial model that optimizes urban waste collection points and will present at the Esri User Conference.
Thousands gathered at Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate to protest online sexual violence and pornographic deepfakes, organized by the newly formed Feminist Fight Club! after a German celebrity raised allegations.
Deputy Alexandra Brenes said she was shocked after visiting a Panama shelter for pregnant girls, highlighting concerns about adolescent pregnancy and gaps in support services.
TVN announced a scheduled temporary power interruption at Hospital Dr. Joaquín Pablo Franco Sayas this Monday from about 7:00 to 9:00 a.m., while Naturgy Panamá conducts electrical repairs.
Telemetro reported that U.S. Ambassador Kevin Marino Cabrera married Panamanian Andrea Altamirano. Cabrera has served as ambassador since 2025 under President Donald Trump.
IntelliNews reports the Panama Canal is operating at full capacity amid the Iran conflict, keeping a vital global trade artery open and supporting Panama’s economy for now.
Polls have closed in Slovenia’s tightly contested parliamentary election, where voters chose between governing liberals and right‑wing populists in a vote watched across Europe.
Voters in Slovenia cast ballots in a closely fought parliamentary election that will determine whether the EU member state remains on a liberal course or shifts toward right-wing populism.
Preliminary results from Slovenia’s parliamentary election show governing liberals and opposition right-wing populists in a near tie, setting up likely coalition negotiations and an uncertain outcome.
Panamanian infielder José Caballero, 29, opens the season as the New York Yankees’ shortstop after a combined season that included time with Tampa Bay. His role increases visibility for Panama’s baseball talent.
Chiriquí won Panama’s national Little League championship, beating Panama West 8-4, and will represent Panama at the Little League World Series in Williamsport.
A report spotlights the Panama Canal Authority’s promotion of a reservoir on the Indio River near Limón de Chagres, urging clear rules and fair compensation for affected communities.
As US-Ukraine talks resume in Florida, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged allies to increase pressure on Russia over rising oil revenues, arguing those funds could sustain Moscow’s war efforts.
The Sandoval brothers provided entertainment at the private wedding of Ambassador Kevin Cabrera and Andrea Altamirano Duque; the celebration extended into the early morning and was described as one of the year’s most exclusive social events.
Telemetro reported that the winning numbers for the Pirámide de Chakatín Sunday draw held on March 22, 2026, have been revealed; players should verify results with official channels.