Panama has secured its first Bird Friendly cacao certification, highlighting a model of chocolate production that supports biodiversity and habitat protection. The milestone strengthens the country’s profile in sustainable agriculture.
Two people were killed in a shooting on Domingo Díaz Avenue in Panama City, triggering concern in one of the capital’s busiest corridors. The case has renewed attention on public safety in the metropolitan area.
Holland America Line has completed a major transformation of Oosterdam, a move designed to elevate Europe, Caribbean and Panama Canal cruises. The upgrade underscores the growing demand for premium cruise experiences tied to iconic itineraries.
Panama’s Social Security Fund is turning to robotic surgery in Chiriquí as part of an effort to reduce surgical waiting lists. The technology promises greater precision, better visualization, and potentially safer outcomes for complex procedures.
Panama’s Supreme Court has upheld the confinement of six high-risk inmates at Punta Coco, rejecting a corrective habeas corpus request. The men are linked to drug trafficking, gang activity and violent crimes.
Former Panama national team player Darwin Pinzón was detained Monday in connection with an alleged attempted homicide. The case has prompted attention because of his past role in Panamanian football.
Panama’s Ministry of Health is tracking 386 contacts linked to two imported measles cases and carrying out 21-day surveillance to prevent secondary infections. Officials say most contacts are vaccinated and that the country has no community transmission.
A 14-year-old Abel Bravo student died after armed men entered a home in Colón’s Altos de Los Portales de San Judas and opened fire. The killing has left the school community in mourning.
Residents of El Carate, Las Tablas, are on edge after masked men armed with a gun carried out a robbery at a dance hall. The incident has intensified concern about safety in the community.
Guillermina Martínez’s rise from Contraloría fiscal controller at Unachi to head of Human Resources is drawing scrutiny amid long-running concerns over the university’s payroll and governance. The appointment has renewed debate over transparency at the Chiriquí public university.
Panama’s Assembly president said withheld payments will be restored in the coming days, with workers’ salaries the top priority. The move is aimed at easing pressure on employees and normalizing payroll inside the legislature.
The Ministry of Health will hold a three-day white and green card fair in Tocumen, with service available each morning from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The event is aimed at helping residents complete an important health credential closer to home.
Panama’s former World Cup stars beat Argentina 9-7 in a lively legends futsal match at Arena Roberto Durán. The event drew fans eager to relive memories of Panama’s rise on the international stage.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has established the procedure for issuing and redeeming CEPANIM under Executive Decree No. 19. The rules are aimed at organizing the process for retirees and beneficiaries tied to the program.
Urgent surgeries are continuing at Chitré’s Dr. Gustavo Nelson Collado Hospital while elective procedures are temporarily paused for air-conditioning repairs in the operating rooms. Patients scheduled for planned surgeries have already been contacted.
A rare Adalberto Carrasquilla rookie card sold for $1,000, setting a new record for a Panamanian football collectible. The sale highlights the rising value of rare sports memorabilia in Panama.
Trump said the Iran ceasefire is on “life support” after the U.S. rejected a Tehran proposal that reportedly included nuclear concessions. The warning highlights growing uncertainty over a fragile diplomatic pause with wider regional and global implications.
Panama has opened the first debate on a bill to change Fiscal Code rules on economic substance, with more than 60 invited participants. The proposal could shape tax compliance, transparency, and the country’s business climate.
Panama’s comptroller agreed to reverse the unpaid-leave measure affecting 43 Assembly workers after meeting with lawmakers and the president of the National Assembly. The dispute had escalated into a criminal complaint alleging abuse of power and falsification.
IFARHU has opened regional offices for parents and guardians who missed the deadline to submit documents for the 2026 General Scholarship Competition. The move offers families another chance to complete the process.