Patients at the Dr. Raúl Dávila Mena Hospital in Changuinola say they are waiting months for specialist appointments because of staffing shortages. The delays are adding pressure on families who rely on public healthcare in Bocas del Toro.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the U.S. for entering the Iran war without a strategy, saying the conflict is now harder to end. His remarks highlight growing allied concern over the war’s direction and global fallout.
Russian drone strikes wounded 14 people in Odesa, while Ukrainian drones killed two in Russian-held Kherson. President Zelenskyy says Ukraine still needs more Patriot missiles to strengthen air defenses.
Panama City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi outlined how Parkea PTY will help manage parking in Casco Antiguo, with hourly fees going to the municipality for service improvements. The app is part of the city’s push to modernize urban management through technology.
The Puente de las Américas completed controlled load tests with satisfactory results after a tanker explosion prompted fresh inspections. Authorities will now analyze the data to define the bridge’s long-term maintenance plan.
The Vamos bloc says Comptroller Anel Flores canceled a meeting and demands the release of payments tied to its collaborators. The group is also calling for an immediate correction to their labor status.
Chiriquí beat Bocas del Toro in Game 3 of the Béisbol Mayor 2026 final, tightening the championship series and keeping its title hopes alive.
Panama will join Global Big Day 2026 on May 9, when birdwatchers worldwide will log species through eBird during a 24-hour count. With more than 700 recorded bird species, Panama is among the world’s most biodiverse countries for birds.
Panama’s CSS has explained how workers can register in Mi Caja Digital and download a digital employment record for labor procedures. The online process is part of the agency’s push to make public services easier to access.
Vamos is demanding the immediate restoration of salaries for Assembly collaborators after Comptroller Anel Flores canceled a planned meeting on the dispute. The coalition says more than 40 workers are affected and is pursuing legal and institutional action.
A bus driver was ordered into provisional detention after a crash in Chame killed four people. The case highlights ongoing road safety concerns along one of Panama’s busiest highway corridors.
Fuutura has launched in Panama City as a blockchain infrastructure company focused on compliance-first financial technology. The debut adds to Panama’s profile as a regional hub for international business and digital finance.
The Ministry of Economy and Finance explained how users can recover a forgotten CEPANIM password and regain access to the registration portal. The guidance supports smoother use of Panama’s public digital services.
IMA agro-fairs are set for Monday across Panama, offering low-cost staple goods from 8:00 a.m. Rice will be sold for $5, drawing budget-conscious shoppers.
The MOP completed structural tests on the Bridge of the Americas, installing sensors at 24 points to gather data for future decisions. The review is aimed at guiding the bridge’s management and maintenance.
King Charles III has arrived in Washington for a high-profile White House visit as trans-Atlantic relations face new strain. The meeting carries strong historical symbolism and broader diplomatic significance.
Iran is pushing a security deal for the Strait of Hormuz without linking it to nuclear talks, as indirect negotiations with the United States remain uncertain. The move could affect global shipping and energy markets, with knock-on effects for Panama and Latin America.
Panama won the baseball tournament at the IV South American Youth Games, adding another regional title to its long baseball tradition. The victory reinforces the country’s strength in youth development and international competition.
Transport operators in the Ngäbe Buglé comarca are seeking access to the fuel subsidy and formal operating permits. They say regularization would help cut costs and bring more certainty to their work.
Panama’s bioethanol bill has sparked scrutiny after Finance Minister Felipe Chapman participated in Cabinet approval despite family ties to one of the interested sugar companies. The proposal is now in the National Assembly for second debate.