Senniaf’s director appealed for public support after an incident at the juvenile detention center in Tocumen. The comments highlighted the institution’s role in protecting and helping vulnerable adolescents in Panama.
Panama’s traffic authority will restrict heavy equipment from April 2 to April 6 during Holy Week to improve road safety and traffic flow. The measure comes as travel increases nationwide for the holiday period.
The numbers for the Pirámide de Chakatín midweek draw on April 1, 2026, are now out. The announcement renews interest in one of Panama’s familiar number games.
Laura Dern is set to lead a new television drama based on the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, bringing one of the most notorious cases of recent decades to fiction. The project is expected to reignite public debate over power, abuse, and accountability.
A sheriff’s report says Tiger Woods had hydrocodone pills in his pocket and bloodshot eyes at the scene of a crash. The findings raise fresh questions about prescription medication and the circumstances of the accident.
Panama graduated 25 new air traffic controllers after a decade without training cycles, moving to ease a staffing shortage in the aviation sector. The program is part of a broader modernization plan as regional air demand grows.
Panama’s senior men’s national team is playing South Africa in a friendly in Cape Town. The match offers an important opportunity for preparation and evaluation.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation allowing Palm Beach International Airport to be renamed after Donald Trump. The move is symbolic but politically notable in a key U.S. state.
Panama is being assessed as one of England’s World Cup opponents, with attention on how the national team is shaping up ahead of the tournament. Its form could influence how seriously rivals approach the matchup.
The USS Nimitz hosted a reception in Panama as U.S. and Panamanian officials highlighted security cooperation, Canal defense and regional tensions. The visit marks the first U.S. aircraft carrier arrival in Panamanian waters in 50 years.
Panama’s Social Security Fund is urging retirees and pensioners to use ATMs safely as April benefit payments begin. The reminder focuses on basic precautions to reduce theft and fraud risks.
More than 600 officers will support security for the pilgrimage to the Sanctuary of Alanje in Chiriquí, with patrols, road controls, and surveillance in place. The operation is aimed at protecting worshippers during the religious gathering.
Saudi Arabia, the UAE and other Gulf allies are urging Trump to continue military pressure on Iran, saying a month of strikes has not been enough. The push raises the stakes for regional stability and global energy markets.
Roberto De Zerbi has taken over Tottenham Hotspur as the club battles relegation, with immediate pressure to turn results around. His appointment also revives interest in his past tensions with Panamanian defender Michael Amir Murillo at Marseille.
Young people in Los Pozos, Herrera are leading a live Holy Week Passion play to help preserve a long-standing local tradition. The event highlights the role of community support in keeping religious customs alive.
Trump’s Endangered Species Committee has exempted Gulf oil and gas drilling from certain wildlife protection rules, prompting warnings that rare marine species could be harmed. The decision underscores the clash between energy development and conservation in a key offshore region.
The Archdiocese of Panama opened its jubilee year with the Chrism Mass, beginning celebrations for its 100th anniversary. The milestone highlights a century of church leadership in Panama and its role in Catholic life.
The USS Nimitz’s arrival in Panama triggered praise, criticism, and a new debate over the country’s neutrality. The visit highlighted the sensitive balance between Panama’s ties with the United States and its sovereignty concerns.
Panamanian minister Orillac said the USS Nimitz’s arrival in Panama strengthens cooperation, security, and anti-narcotics efforts. The visit comes amid the country’s ongoing focus on maritime safety.
Panama will launch a Semana Santa traffic operation Thursday with reversible lanes from Avenida de los Mártires to San Carlos, plus special measures for Good Friday and Sunday returns.