Rubén Blades will place a personal item in the Instituto Cervantes’ Caja de las Letras during a ceremony in Panama City on May 23. The tribute is part of Centroamérica Cuenta and highlights the Panamanian artist’s international cultural legacy.
Violence near health facilities in San Miguelito has forced shorter hours at several public clinics, with authorities prioritizing safety for staff and patients. The main concern centers on repeated shootings near the Amelia Denis de Icaza center in Pan de Azúcar.
Panama’s Environment Ministry has launched a strategic alliance to identify and protect biodiversity hotspots, with a focus on endangered species such as the golden frog. The plan also highlights Indigenous knowledge and the need to confront deforestation, water pollution, and waste problems.
Spain’s Audiencia Nacional has summoned former prime minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero in a Venezuela-linked corruption probe involving alleged influence peddling and irregular payments. The case is drawing political backlash in Madrid and wider regional attention.
Jonathan Andic, son of Mango founder Isak Andic, was released on €1 million bail in Spain as investigators continue a homicide probe into his father’s 2024 death. The court also imposed a passport surrender, travel ban, and weekly check-ins.
Michelle Bachelet met with President José Raúl Mulino in Panama City as she seeks support for a UN candidacy. The meeting also highlighted Panama’s role in managing migration through the Darién Gap.
Martín Torrijos says the initials of his new UNE party are a coincidence, not a reference to Guatemala’s UNE. The former president is now focused on gathering signatures to register the movement ahead of Panama’s 2029 elections.
Panama has named a 27-player women’s U20 basketball preselection ahead of the Santo Domingo 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games. The squad will be trimmed after preparation as Panama prepares for group-stage games against Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Puerto Rico.
Britain has warned that disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a global food crisis by choking fertiliser supplies. The warning highlights how conflict in the Gulf can affect prices and food security far beyond the region.
Bolivia’s protest crisis has entered a third week, with road blockades in La Paz escalating into looting and attacks on public and private property. The unrest brings together labor, rural, and political groups demanding President Rodrigo Paz’s resignation.
Grupo CRS is expanding its Panama operations while reinforcing ties with U.S. business interests after a visit from Ambassador Kevin Cabrera. The move highlights the role of mobility services in tourism, jobs and investment.
Portugal has named Cristiano Ronaldo in its 2026 World Cup squad, confirming that the tournament will be his sixth and final appearance. Roberto Martínez’s 27-man list blends veteran stars with versatile attacking options.
Portugal has named Cristiano Ronaldo in its 2026 World Cup squad, setting up the forward’s sixth and final tournament. Roberto Martínez’s team will use June friendlies against Chile and Nigeria to prepare for Group K.
Panama added 73,733 formal jobs in 2025, led by the private sector for the first time in years. The shift comes after a long cycle of state-driven employment growth financed by rising debt.
Victor Wembanyama powered the Spurs past the Thunder 122-115 in a two-overtime thriller to open the Western Conference finals. San Antonio now leads the series 1-0 after a statement road win in Oklahoma City.
Panama City has awarded a B/. 2.56 million contract to remodel Calle Estudiante, with upgrades planned for accessibility, lighting, landscaping and urban furniture. The project is part of the municipality’s wider effort to modernize busy public spaces in the capital.
Panama’s Public Ministry is investigating the killing of prosecutor Patricia Ossa in Pueblo Nuevo as a suspected femicide. Authorities say the main suspect had a romantic relationship with the victim.
First Quantum says Panama has lost $3.5 billion since the Cobre Panamá mine was halted, highlighting the economic cost of one of the country’s biggest investment disputes. The shutdown continues to shape debate over jobs, revenue, and the future of large-scale mining in Panama.
Panama City officials are considering longer restaurant hours during the World Cup while tightening nighttime inspections. Businesses that want to benefit from the event may need to meet permit and safety requirements first.
A new ocean-to-ocean rail concept used by Hyundai is drawing attention as a possible alternative to Panama Canal shipping. For Panama, the development underscores growing competition in global logistics and the need to protect the canal’s strategic edge.