A judge ordered provisional detention for two men accused in the killing of Second Sergeant Albis Espinoza in El Chorrillos. The case highlights ongoing concerns over violence against Panama’s security forces.
Washington’s confrontation with Iran turned into a 40-day war of attrition, exposing a major misread of Tehran’s resilience and America’s limits. The episode carries wider implications for Middle East stability, oil markets and global trade.
A merchant has been detained in a peculation case linked to the alleged diversion of IFARHU scholarship funds. The case adds to growing scrutiny over how Panama’s education aid programs are managed.
An analysis links pressure around the Panama Canal to a broader strategy aimed at controlling strategic maritime chokepoints. The discussion places Panama alongside the Strait of Hormuz as a key point in global trade leverage.
Panama police arrested a Honduran man at Tocumen Airport who was wanted in the United States for alleged conspiracy and international drug trafficking. Authorities say he was linked to a transnational cocaine network moving shipments from South America toward North America.
Panama is forecast to have mostly stable weather, with isolated rain in the west and favorable maritime conditions on both coasts. Waves are expected to stay near 1.50 meters, with brief increases possible in central areas.
FOX Latin America has launched The FOX Channel in Panama and across Central America, with football coverage forming a key part of the rollout. The move adds another sports and entertainment option for viewers in the region.
Panama’s national bird, the harpy eagle, depends on Darién’s intact rainforest, where nesting density remains highest in Central America. Conservation efforts now combine protected land, local monitoring, and ecotourism to help secure the species’ future.
Iran’s economy is under fresh strain from war on top of long-running sanctions, but oil revenues are still cushioning the impact. The result is a fragile balance rather than a full breakdown.
Reebok has launched Panama’s 2026 World Cup kits, featuring the return of its Vector logo. The reveal gives Panama a fresh look ahead of football’s biggest tournament.
Bocas del Toro and Colón meet again in Game 4 of their Béisbol Mayor 2026 semifinal series at Mariano Bula. The matchup will be broadcast at 7:00 p.m. on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and YouTube.
US-Iran talks are gaining pace as Pakistan helps mediate, with optimism building over a possible new round of negotiations in Islamabad. The diplomatic opening could ease wider regional and economic tensions.
An Israeli triple strike in southern Lebanon killed four paramedics and wounded several others, raising fresh concerns about civilian protection in the border conflict. The attack comes amid ongoing violence between Israel and armed groups in Lebanon.
Panamá Oeste beat Chiriquí 2-1 in 10 innings at Estadio Mariano Rivera to stay alive in the 2026 semifinal series. The Vaqueros won on a bases-loaded walk after both teams leaned on strong pitching and late-inning pressure.
Ifarhu reminded preselected students in the 2026 General Scholarship Contest that the socioeconomic affidavit is required to complete the process. The first in-person document delivery phase starts April 20 in Herrera, Los Santos and parts of Coclé.
Panama’s Assembly advanced an anti-“botellas” bill, but the first debate removed penalties for the officials who create and benefit from ghost jobs. Critics say that leaves the core of the problem untouched.
President José Raúl Mulino has rejected rice imports while inventories remain available, siding with local producers who say Panama already has enough supply. The dispute comes as farmers warn that higher fuel costs could push consumer prices up in the coming months.
Colón returns to the Roberto Mariano Bula with the semifinal tied 1-1 and a chance to clinch a final berth at home. The team has been strong in Colón and now aims to sweep Bocas del Toro across three games this week.
Thomas Christiansen used two interviews to set firm standards for Panama’s World Cup squad, warning that Fidel Escobar must prove his fitness and form to earn a place. He also stressed that Panama wants to compete, not just attend, at its second FIFA World Cup.
Jaime Barroso says he has the votes to become a magistrate of Panama’s Electoral Tribunal, while political disputes intensify around nominations and Assembly reforms. Separately, a Supreme Court certification has put scrutiny on a government worker’s professional credentials.