Pope Leo XIV used his first encyclical to warn that artificial intelligence could concentrate power in the hands of major tech actors. His message echoes wider concerns about data control, access and the risks of digital dependence.
Panama begins the week with cloudy skies, scattered rain, and occasional lightning on the Caribbean slope, especially from Colón to Bocas del Toro. High UV-B levels are also expected, making sun protection important even when clouds build.
Mas Móvil Panamá is set to launch a Starlink-backed direct-to-consumer internet service, adding satellite connectivity to Panama’s telecom market. The move could improve access in areas where traditional broadband remains limited.
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Hope for a quick Iran deal has faded after Trump said the U.S. is not in a rush to sign, while Iranian media reported major disagreements remain. The stalemate keeps regional tensions and market uncertainty elevated.
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Panama’s Public Ministry is tracing properties and corporate links tied to Unachi rector Etelvina Medianero de Bonagas and 12 relatives. The probe adds new pressure to an already sensitive case involving public funds, university management and possible conflicts of interest.
A pediatrician in Panama argues that free outdoor play is becoming a luxury, even though it is essential for children’s development, health and emotional resilience. The piece calls for more unstructured time, safer parks and less screen-driven childhoods.
Renfe will review the design of the future railway bridge over the Panama Canal as part of the Panama-David-Frontera project. The assessment is aimed at reducing technical risks and testing the viability of one of the country’s most ambitious infrastructure plans.
Panama’s trade dispute with Costa Rica has grown into a diplomatic flashpoint, even though the products involved account for a tiny share of both economies. The clash also highlights the bigger opportunity for deeper regional integration between two of Central America’s most stable markets.
Archbishop José Domingo Ulloa praised the Canal’s next administrator as a merit-based choice, turning the appointment into a broader call for cleaner public hiring in Panama. The debate also comes amid shifting alliances in the National Assembly and high-level regional visits.
A Centroamérica Cuenta 2026 panel in Panama City highlighted growing concern over children’s screen use and the need to strengthen reading, play, and family conversation. Speakers said technology can complement literature, but adults must guide how children use it.
Panama’s Public Works Ministry will retender the Playa Paunch–Boca del Drago coastal road in Bocas del Toro after ending its contract with Constructora Santa Fe. A tribunal upheld the contract termination but lifted the company ban and blocked bond execution.
China is backing Cuba with food aid, energy support and debt flexibility, but it is avoiding a large-scale rescue that could deepen tensions with the United States. The island’s crisis shows how Beijing balances ideology with strategic caution in Latin America.
Repossessed homes are emerging as a practical housing option in Panama, offering quicker delivery, bank-backed pricing and financing that lowers the upfront barrier. Buyers still need to budget for repairs because these properties are sold as-is.
Licensable picture: Celebrations for the 14th anniversary of Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado’s “Vente Venezuela” political movement, in Panama City Reuters Connect
Licensable picture: Celebrations for the 14th anniversary of Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado’s “Vente Venezuela” political movement, in Panama City Reuters Connect
In the UK, “sorry” can mean much more than an apology. It is a key part of British etiquette, used to soften requests, manage conflict and navigate public life politely.
China and Taiwan’s coast guards clashed in a tense patrol confrontation near Pratas Island, a strategically important Taiwan-controlled territory in the South China Sea. The incident adds to a growing pattern of maritime pressure in one of the world’s most sensitive waterways.
The United States has accused Hezbollah’s leadership of trying to drag Lebanon into chaos, sharpening pressure on the armed group amid long-running instability. The warning highlights how regional tensions could ripple through diplomacy, security, and global markets.