Chiriquí defeated Bocas del Toro 5-1 to tie the 2026 National Major Baseball Championship final at 3-3. The title will be decided Friday night in Game 7 at Rod Carew Stadium.
Medcom and the Ministry of Culture are launching Cultura Rock on May 3 on Telemetro to promote art, culture, and original music among young Panamanians.
Panama’s logistics hub brings trade advantages, but it also makes the country attractive to transnational crime. A stronger response requires coordination, intelligence and prevention alongside enforcement.
Panama transferred 400 women deprived of liberty to the new Centro Femenino de Rehabilitación La Esmeralda in Pacora. The move brings a new women’s prison facility into service in the capital area.
Authorities in Panama are warning residents about fraudulent text messages sent by impostors posing as officials to trick people into scams. Citizens are urged not to click suspicious links or share personal information.
Experts in Panama warn that workers are facing violence, harassment and stressful conditions on the job, with women hit hardest. The concerns highlight growing pressure for safer and more respectful workplaces.
Israel is facing international condemnation after intercepting a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters. The incident has sparked protests and renewed debate over humanitarian access, blockade policy and international law.
A court in Panama kept former Colón mayor Alex Lee in provisional detention after rejecting a request to change his precautionary measure. He is being investigated for alleged aggravated embezzlement tied to public funds in Barrio Sur.
Panama’s CSS says insured people will be able to access health services and economic benefits starting in May by showing only their cédula. The change is meant to simplify procedures and speed up service.
Panama’s new Hospital del Niño has reached 55% completion after a presidential visit to the construction site. The project is set to expand pediatric services and strengthen public healthcare capacity.
Panama’s National Assembly approved Bill 151 in third debate, advancing a reform that changes Law 40 of 1999 and updates the country’s juvenile criminal responsibility regime.
Chiriquí and Bocas del Toro will meet again in the Béisbol Mayor final at Rod Carew Stadium in Panama City. The matchup highlights one of Panama’s biggest provincial baseball rivalries.
Panama’s public-private partnership model is being positioned as a driver of formal employment through major infrastructure and agro-industrial projects. Several initiatives scheduled for 2026 and 2027 could generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs.
A landslide in Llano Las Lajas, Bocas del Toro, affected nine homes, underscoring the risks posed by Panama’s rainy season and unstable terrain. The incident adds to ongoing concerns in hillside communities across the province.
Residents in Colón are raising alarm over violence and crime, while Panama’s Security Ministry and National Police say they are maintaining operations in the province. The issue remains central to public safety and local stability.
Natá’s Capellanía will celebrate the Festival de la Carreta this weekend with folkloric activities, artisans, entrepreneurs and local cuisine. The event highlights Panama’s traditional ox cart heritage and supports community participation.
Abril’s quinceañera became a powerful celebration of resilience after years marked by the loss of her mother and the steady support of her father. The family’s story highlights sacrifice, perseverance, and the importance of tradition in Panama.
Panama City is hosting the Panama International Critical Care Congress 2026, spotlighting advances in intensive care medicine and medical training. The event underscores Panama’s role in expanding specialized healthcare knowledge.
Panama honored Ulpiano Vergara, Hillary Heron and Willie Colón with stars on the Paseo de la Fama in a celebration of music, talent and cultural legacy. The event drew artists and cultural figures in a festive tribute to their impact.
A 19-year-old was stabbed twice during a fight in Almirante, Bocas del Toro, and was rushed to Changuinola in delicate condition. The incident highlights the danger of violent altercations involving sharp weapons.