A suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has killed three people and sickened at least three others, the WHO said. The case raises concerns about disease control in international maritime travel.
Panama has fallen in a press freedom ranking as regional conditions worsen. The decline comes amid broader concerns across Latin America over violence, pressure, and reporting restrictions.
Residents of Ancón and former Community Board officials have filed a judicial complaint against district representative Yamireth Batista. The case centers on alleged conduct affecting officials and has escalated a months-long community dispute.
CEPANIM 2026 payments will be issued through physical checks, offering an offline option for retirees who need help completing registration. The approach is designed to make access easier for beneficiaries without internet use.
Panama’s Lucas Andrés Ruiloba Conte won four gold medals at the US Open of Karate in Texas, standing out in kata, kumite, team kumite, and the Junior Cup. The 11-year-old now turns his focus to the Pan American Championships in Costa Rica.
The LPF has opened a formal integrity investigation after Saturday’s Alianza-Sporting San Miguelito match. Sporting also filed complaints, citing possible match-fixing concerns.
Authorities have activated a lane reversal on the Pan-American Highway heading toward Panama City to ease traffic flow. Drivers are being urged to obey speed limits and follow all road signs.
Panama’s Comptroller General’s Office said its official Instagram account was compromised again and its posts were deleted. The IT team moved quickly to regain control and assess the damage.
Panama’s National Assembly approved a bill that would punish blocking access to beaches and rivers with prison terms of up to 10 years. The measure now awaits President José Raúl Mulino’s decision.
Panama City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi said businesses in Old Town were occupying public squares without paying, highlighting enforcement issues in Casco Antiguo. The remarks underscore the tension between heritage preservation, public access, and commercial activity.
Naturgy Panamá reported a temporary blackout caused by a technical failure in the regional electrical system and apologized for the disruption. The outage highlights Panama’s reliance on interconnected power infrastructure.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog is set to visit Panama for a diplomatic meeting and an inauguration ceremony. The trip marks the first official visit by an Israeli president to the country.
Residents and former staff in Ancón have filed an anticorruption complaint against representative Yamireth Batista over alleged misuse of public funds and mistreatment of personnel. MOCA has opened an internal inquiry and distanced itself from the allegations.
Panama City’s Municipality has announced that the Mercado de Mariscos and Mercado San Felipe Neri will be closed to the public on Monday, May 4. The temporary shutdown will affect shoppers and vendors who rely on both markets.
Bocas del Toro defeated Chiriquí in a seven-game final to win the 2026 Campeonato Mayor and claim back-to-back national baseball titles. The victory lifts the Tortugueros into the small group of provinces with consecutive crowns.
Panama has activated lane inversion on the Pan-American Highway to ease traffic for vehicles returning from the interior to the capital. The measure is intended to reduce congestion on one of the country’s main road corridors.
Firefighters quickly contained an early-morning fire at IDAAN’s main headquarters on Via Brasil in Panama City, preventing it from spreading. The incident highlighted the importance of rapid emergency response at a key public utility building.
U.S. Ambassador Kevin Marino Cabrera has linked recent cyberattacks on Panamanian institutions to American concerns over Huawei and Chinese technology influence. The remarks add fresh pressure to Panama’s cybersecurity and telecom policy debates.
Mayor Mayer Mizrachi said businesses were using squares in Casco Antiguo without paying, following municipal action against several restaurants in the historic district. The move highlights Panama City’s effort to regulate public space in a key tourist area.
Israeli forces killed a 26-year-old Palestinian man during a raid in Nablus, adding to mounting violence in the occupied West Bank. The incident comes amid persistent unrest and rising regional tensions.