A judge in Panama City revoked house arrest and ordered preventive detention for a man accused in an attempted aggravated robbery at a jewelry store in Plaza 5 de Mayo. The case involves allegations that he acted with two others on April 23, 2026.
Trump has suspended a U.S. operation in the Strait of Hormuz while Washington tries to finalize an agreement with Iran. The decision could ease tensions in a waterway vital to global oil shipping.
Senafront warned the public in Panama about digital scams in which criminals impersonate its members to request money through online platforms. The agency urged residents to be cautious with unexpected payment demands that use its name or image.
Electoral prosecutors carried out a new operation at the Arraiján mayor’s office as part of an investigation into the alleged misuse of state resources for electoral benefit. The case centers on possible violations involving public assets and local government facilities.
Heavy rains have pushed up river levels in parts of Coclé, leading Sinaproc to maintain constant surveillance in communities near Penonomé and La Pintada. Authorities are keeping watch for potential flooding and other weather-related risks.
The United States says its ceasefire with Iran remains intact even as it launches a new effort to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The standoff has kept many commercial vessels out of one of the world’s most important trade corridors.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance says CEPANIM has reached 50% of its total beneficiaries, with more than 205,000 people registered. The milestone highlights the scale of the program and its progress in beneficiary enrollment.
The Catholic Church in Veraguas urged parents and teachers to strengthen values education to help prevent bullying and violence among minors. The message reflects growing concern in Panama about youth behavior and school safety.
The U.S. military has reopened its jungle training school in Panama after a 25-year pause, joining Panamanian forces in a new joint exercise. The move highlights Panama’s strategic role and the importance of tropical terrain training.
Eusebia Calderón de Copete was elected president of the Board of Directors of Panama’s Caja de Seguro Social. The appointment places her at the center of one of the country’s most important public institutions.
Alianza FC and CAI will open the playoff stage at Rommel Fernández Gutiérrez, with the match broadcast live on TVMAX. The game marks the start of a crucial postseason battle in Panama football.
U.S. General Capstone appeared with the U.S. Ambassador of Panama in Panama City, highlighting the continuing diplomatic and security relationship between the two countries. The meeting comes in the context of Panama’s strategic role as a regional hub and home to the Panama Canal.
Families in Lebanon are still searching the ruins four weeks after a massive Israeli airstrike killed more than 350 people in minutes. The attack has intensified fears of a broader regional escalation.
Panama City has enabled a temporary salvoconducto for drivers affected by the suspension of 2026 plate delivery. The permit allows motorists to keep circulating while regular issuance is paused.
Electoral prosecutors searched the Arraiján mayor’s office amid an investigation into a complaint over alleged political propaganda violations. The case involves Mayor Stefany Peñalba’s municipality in Panamá Oeste.
Panama’s top football league has launched an investigation after a late own goal sparked fresh match-fixing suspicions. The case comes amid ongoing concern over integrity in Panamanian football after earlier convictions tied to Operation Garra.
Avenida Central in Panama City is being restored in an effort to recover its historic and architectural identity. The project seeks to replace disorder and deterioration with a more orderly and heritage-focused urban corridor.
Panama’s 2026 National U12 Baseball Championship groups are now set, with the tournament slated to begin next weekend. The event will showcase the country’s young baseball talent in one of its most important youth competitions.
The Panama Canal’s board of directors and advisory board are meeting in the United States to study logistics and infrastructure models that could inform future strategy. Their visit to Norfolk includes tours of distribution centers, port operations, and a tunnel project.
Panama’s foreign minister and Bahrain’s foreign minister discussed security in the Strait of Hormuz and the importance of freedom of navigation. The conversation reflects Panama’s ongoing focus on maritime stability and global shipping routes.