A Panamanian court reduced the sentences of two former Financial Pacific executives in the fraud case tied to Caye International Bank, while keeping the same penalties for two others. The ruling remains open to appeal before the Supreme Court.
José Caballero is nearing a return from a finger fracture, but Aaron Boone is keeping the Yankees’ shortstop job open after Anthony Volpe’s hot start. Friday could be the key date for Caballero’s activation.
Thousands of protesters marched in La Paz demanding Bolivia’s president resign as the country faces its worst economic crisis in 40 years. The unrest is sharpening political pressure and raising regional concerns about stability.
Unachi professors have declared maximum alert over alleged failures to transfer payroll deductions to banks and other creditors. They are demanding a full accounting from university authorities and warning of legal and labor actions.
Former Partido Popular leader Daniel Brea has joined Movimiento Otro Camino, marking a notable shift from one of Panama’s traditional parties to Ricardo Lombana’s reformist movement. His move underscores the continuing realignment of Panama’s political landscape.
Carmen Navas died days after learning her son, political prisoner Víctor Quero, had died nine months earlier in Venezuelan state custody. The case has renewed calls for justice and accountability.
Panama’s fiscal lottery has completed its first regional draw, with the next one set for May 21 at Westland Mall for Region 2. The campaign aims to boost invoice requests and strengthen tax compliance nationwide.
Jair Palacios defended his controversial remarks ahead of the Clausura 2026 final, saying he never accused his players and that Alianza FC remained united. The rematch with Plaza Amador now comes with added tension after the earlier handball dispute.
Panama City has approved temporary late-night hours for eligible restaurants during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, aiming to boost tourism, sales and nightlife activity. The permit runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with a B/.500 fee and QR-coded certification for enforcement.
Panama is working to win back EU confidence in its fishing sector ahead of a new audit expected this year. Officials say stronger monitoring, traceability and fleet controls could pave the way to a green card and wider seafood access in Europe.
Arsenal won the Premier League title after Bournemouth held Manchester City to a decisive draw at the Vitality Stadium. The result ends Arsenal’s 22-year wait for the crown and marks a major milestone for Mikel Arteta.
Prime Video has unveiled the final trailer for Spider-Noir, a dark Marvel series starring Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly. The show premieres May 27 and will stream in both black-and-white and color.
The UN says more than 15,800 civilians have been killed in Russia’s war on Ukraine since 2022, including nearly 800 children. The figures highlight the conflict’s enduring human cost and its wider global fallout.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been named to Portugal’s World Cup squad, setting up a record sixth tournament appearance. Roberto Martínez also honored the late Diogo Jota with a symbolic place in the team.
NATO’s top military officer says he does not expect further U.S. troop cuts beyond the 5,000 announced by President Donald Trump. The move is being closely watched for what it signals about Washington’s long-term commitment to European security.
Portugal has landed in Group K for the 2026 World Cup with Colombia, Uzbekistan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Cristiano Ronaldo’s team faces a varied opening test in the expanded tournament.
Just Fontaine’s 13 goals at the 1958 World Cup in Sweden still stand as the tournament’s all-time single-edition scoring record. His explosive run remains one of football’s most extraordinary individual achievements.
The Panama Canal is bracing for possible water shortages as NOAA forecasts a 98% chance of El Niño. The climate shift could affect canal operations, which depend on freshwater reserves in Panama’s watershed.
Google is redesigning Search with Gemini 3.5 Flash, introducing a more conversational, multimodal interface that will roll out globally where AI Mode is available. The shift could affect how people in Panama search, shop and find information online.
France has tightened health screening in Mayotte after the Ebola outbreak in Congo, extending checks to arrivals from South Africa. The move reflects growing regional concern about preventing imported cases in the French Indian Ocean territory.