One Person Dies in Centenario Road Crash Near Merca Panamá
A traffic accident on Centenario Highway near Merca Panamá left one person dead Friday afternoon. The crash involved a motorcycle on one of Panama City’s busiest routes.
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A traffic accident on Centenario Highway near Merca Panamá left one person dead Friday afternoon. The crash involved a motorcycle on one of Panama City’s busiest routes.
The Hospital Dr. Manuel Amador Guerrero in Colón completed its first craniotomy, a milestone for specialized care in Panama’s public health system. President José Raúl Mulino praised the medical team behind the successful procedure.
Panama’s historic role in Bolívar’s 1826 Congress is being revisited through bicentennial events that link independence-era ideals with today’s cooperation goals. The focus now includes energy interconnection, border challenges, and marine conservation.
Specialists in Panama are urging parents to talk with their children about the dangers of criminal life after recent killings of minors. The warning highlights growing concern over youth violence and possible links to criminal groups.
Panama Oeste has reported more than 200 dengue cases, with La Chorrera leading the province. The Health Ministry is urging residents to eliminate mosquito breeding sites to help stop transmission.
Sanitation workers in Santiago, Veraguas, are warning about poor trash disposal and alleged hospital waste contamination at the Mercado de Santiago. The concern raises public health and sanitation risks in one of the province’s busiest commercial areas.
Panama’s Health Ministry has applied more than 1,000 measles vaccines in Bocas del Toro and will intensify the campaign this weekend after a confirmed border-linked case. The response aims to contain any spread in the province.
Panama’s Fire Department has sent its findings on the fatal explosion under the Bridge of the Americas to the Public Ministry. The case now moves into the prosecutorial phase after one person died in the blast.
A convoy named Soumoud 2 is preparing to leave Libya with aid for Gaza, joining regional efforts to address the enclave’s worsening humanitarian crisis. The initiative highlights growing North African solidarity with Palestinians and the wider push for relief access.
Panama will play Brazil in a World Cup preparation friendly on May 31 at 3:00 p.m. The match will be shown on TVMAX, TVN, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.
Panama’s Public Ministry released this week’s official homicide figures as security agencies review possible motives behind the violence. The update comes amid continued attention on public safety and crime prevention.
ASEP has warned of sanctions against the illegal sale of IPTV equipment used to access unauthorized content in Panama. The move targets both sellers and the broader market for unlicensed television services.
Capira celebrated San Isidro Labrador with processions, horse parades and agricultural activities tied to the district’s rural identity. The observance remains one of the community’s most important religious and cultural traditions.
A 21-year-old man was killed Friday in Costa Abajo de Colón, highlighting continuing security concerns in the province. The case adds to scrutiny of violence affecting communities in Colón.
Panama has responded to trade tensions with Costa Rica by framing the dispute over agricultural export restrictions as a matter for diplomatic dialogue. The disagreement could affect bilateral trade and regional farm exporters.
Deputies in Panama’s National Assembly reacted to a Public Ministry inspection at UNACHI, drawing attention to oversight at one of the country’s main public universities.
A commentary on Panama’s water crisis argues that residents need pipes, pumps and working plants before institutional reforms can make a difference. The piece frames the debate as infrastructure first, governance in parallel.
Panama’s shift toward the 15% global minimum tax reflects growing OECD pressure, while BVI has focused on economic substance rules instead. The difference highlights how offshore jurisdictions are adapting to a stricter global tax landscape.
Panama’s mining debate is intensifying as a commentary cites research linking metal mining to pollution that can travel long distances and harm public health. The discussion centers on water security, environmental damage and the impact on communities near the copper mine area.
Panama voiced support for Bolivia’s government and President Rodrigo Paz, stressing that political differences should be solved through democratic dialogue. The message reinforces Panama’s public backing of institutional and peaceful solutions.