Apede has urged that Bill 391 on the right of reply be returned to first debate, warning it risks editorial independence and press freedom amid objections from journalists and transparency groups.
Panama City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi accuses the central government of withholding legally mandated decentralization transfers, citing a shortfall between IBI collections and municipal receipts and warning of strains across the country.
US-backed investors have agreed to record-setting, billion-dollar deals for two IPL teams, including a Rajasthan Royals purchase tied to Kal Somani and Rob Walton. The transactions push IPL franchise valuations above the previous US$1 billion ceiling for the first time.
The Eighth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a lower-court order requiring a Mexican national detained for lacking documents to receive a bond hearing, siding with the federal government and narrowing when detained noncitizens must be granted bond hearings.
Commerce is shifting toward AI “agents” that increasingly sit between merchants and consumers. Leaders argue the main competition is for the consumer’s time, as shoppers spend more of their day interacting with AI than browsing websites.
Trump has delayed planned attacks on Iran’s energy sector by 10 days while Iranian missiles and drones reportedly targeted Kuwait, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Jordan. The comments suggest an opening for a deal even as regional strikes continue.
Trump says he will sign an order directing Homeland Security to immediately pay TSA officers to reduce airport disruption while Congress remains deadlocked on ending a partial U.S. shutdown.
ARENA says Panama’s National Migration Service appointment platform has been offline for over ten days, disrupting residency processes and urging authorities to reactivate the system and be transparent.
TVMAX is broadcasting the 83rd Campeonato Nacional de Béisbol Mayor, including a pending provincial matchup between Darién and Herrera, the broadcaster reported on March 26, 2026.
The US accused China of detaining ships flying the Panama flag in Chinese ports, linking the claim to Panama’s takeover of two ports previously controlled by another party.
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission says it is closely monitoring reports that Chinese authorities have detained Panama-flagged vessels. The situation could affect shipping schedules and draw scrutiny to Panama’s ship registry.
A federal judge upheld North Carolina’s photo voter ID law, dismissing civil rights groups’ claims that Republicans enacted the requirement with discriminatory intent against Black and Latino voters.
The FAA is investigating a close call after a United Airlines 737-800 on final approach to John Wayne Airport was nearly crossed by a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter. The incident highlights continuing challenges in coordinating civil and military aircraft in shared airspace.
The Caja de Seguro Social received a shipment of high-demand medications—Amlodipine 5 mg, Irbesartan 300 mg, and iron ampoules—intended to support chronic patients in Panama.
ARAP has ordered at least 112 longline vessels reclassified from small- to medium-scale after a nationwide validation campaign, a move that will raise satellite tracking to an estimated 66%. The process follows Executive Decree No. 13 (2023) and is underway across several Panamanian provinces.
Art Basel opens in Hong Kong on Friday with 240 galleries from 41 countries and regions, as the city’s monthlong art-and-culture push closes. A new five-year government deal with Art Basel signals a long-term commitment to international cultural exchange.
The U.S. accused China of detaining Panama-flagged ships in Chinese ports, saying the move followed a takeover by Panamanian authorities. The report does not detail the takeover or the detention’s stated legal basis.
Costa Rica has agreed to accept 25 deportees per week under a U.S. “third-country” deportation agreement associated with the Trump administration. The deal further embeds Central America into U.S. removal logistics and regional migration coordination.
Trump said he is pausing a plan to destroy Iranian power plants for 10 days. The decision could affect escalation risks and wider regional stability.
Deloitte says the Greater Bay Area spent about 28.9 billion yuan on basic research in 2024, but basic research accounted for just 5.67% of total R&D—below China’s national average. The report warns the tech-heavy region may be underfunding foundational science despite strength in semiconductors and smart manufacturing.