Gulf Arab states are watching US-Iran negotiations in Pakistan with concern, fearing any outcome could reshape regional security and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The talks come as the GCC has little leverage after a UN push for defensive measures was blocked by China and Russia.
Gaza’s death toll has surpassed 72,000 as Israeli attacks continue despite a US-brokered truce. The failed ceasefire has deepened one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises.
A fragile ceasefire has halted a dangerous escalation involving Iran, the US and Israel, but the standoff exposes how close the region came to a wider war. The truce may ease immediate risks, yet the underlying conflict remains unresolved.
Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun met Xi Jinping in Beijing in a rare cross-strait encounter, stressing peace as tensions with China remain high. The meeting was the first between KMT and Communist Party leaders in nine years.
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a 32-hour Orthodox Easter ceasefire, creating a brief pause in a war that remains unresolved. The truce comes as diplomacy stalls and the conflict continues to affect global security and markets.
The United States is watching China’s retaliation involving Panama-linked ships, highlighting how maritime tensions can spill into global trade and canal politics. Panama’s role in international shipping makes any escalation especially significant.
Panama’s 83rd National Major Baseball Championship is heading into a dramatic Round of Eight finish, with Chiriquí, Veraguas, Darién and Panamá Oeste in focus. Fans can follow the tournament through TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVMAX Panamá on YouTube.
A Pakistan-brokered ceasefire between the US and Iran has taken effect, but disputes over its scope are keeping regional tensions high. The truce offers a fragile pause after weeks of dangerous escalation.
President José Raúl Mulino toured the Balboa port as Panama’s transition from PPC to APM Terminals continued under temporary administration. The visit came amid arbitration by PPC against Maersk and growing scrutiny of the former concession’s management.
Panama is remembering Luis H. Moreno, whose career at Banco Nacional reflected a post-dictatorship commitment to transparency and accountability. His legacy is now part of a wider debate about ethics and public trust.
A Panamanian opinion piece argues that everyday improvisation often leads to costly mistakes and makes a strong case for respecting skilled professionals. It blends humor with a reminder that real expertise saves time, money and risk.
Ángela Ruso de Cedeño was chosen as Panama’s new ombudswoman in a rapid National Assembly vote, with her swearing-in set for Monday. The transition comes amid broader debate over ethics in public life and continued attention to Panama’s port operators.
Panama investigators believe a spark and fuel vapors likely triggered the deadly fire under the Bridge of the Americas. Officials are now reviewing the old tank site, the bridge structure and broader fuel-storage safety concerns.
Club Miramar opened in 1928 as one of Panama City’s most prominent social clubs, built beside the Bella Vista shoreline that once drew crowds to the bay. Its history reflects the rise, decline and transformation of the capital’s club culture and waterfront.
Panama City has been hit by a series of deadly shootings in neighborhoods including Juan Díaz and Río Abajo, with police linking the violence to drug turf disputes. Authorities also seized grenades and thousands of rounds of ammunition in a separate raid.
Panama’s construction sector has lost about 40,000 jobs since 2018, with employment and building activity still below pre-pandemic levels. Industry leaders warn that new housing costs could worsen the slowdown and further weaken mortgage demand.
Panama prosecutors opened a criminal investigation after Comptroller General staff allegedly interrupted anti-corruption interviews tied to the Carrizo case. The former vice president is already facing charges for alleged unjust enrichment.
Scientists in Panama are using a portable seismograph to evaluate how buildings may respond to earthquakes. The research is intended to improve understanding of structural vulnerability and support disaster preparedness.
Classes at the Centro Regional Universitario de Panamá Oeste were suspended after Africanized bee colonies on campus began causing incidents with students. Authorities are organizing a special operation to deal with the safety threat.
Specialists are warning Panamanians to use credit cards carefully as more people rely on them to cover financial obligations. The advice includes keeping balances below 30% of the limit and paying on time.
