Panama’s Chamber of Commerce president warned that corruption directly steals opportunities from Panamanian families. The remarks tied transparency to economic growth, public trust, and everyday well-being.
Acodeco is urging Panamanians to report irregularities in fuel sales as higher gasoline prices begin to affect transport, food and other parts of the economy. The rise is putting added pressure on consumers and businesses across the country.
Traffic measures around the Bridge of the Americas are affecting drivers and residents in Panama. The afternoon phase depends on an evaluation by the Ministry of Public Works.
Panama’s Fire Department will carry out field investigations and structural checks after a fire at the Bridge of the Americas. The response involved crews from several stations because of the size and complexity of the emergency.
A fire near the Bridge of the Americas triggered lane reversals on Centenario Road and caused major traffic backlogs toward Paraíso. Drivers also called for closer supervision at transport stops and better service.
Panama is under vigilance notices for high temperatures and extreme UV radiation, with scattered rain expected in some areas. The weather pattern brings both heat risk and brief showers across the country.
Bocas del Toro and Coclé will meet in Game 4 of the Mayor Baseball 2026 Round of Eight on Wednesday, April 8 at 7:00 p.m. The game will air on TVMAX and stream on TVN Pass and YouTube.
Herrera rallied late to defeat Colón and tie the 2026 Béisbol Mayor series, keeping the Correcaminos in the hunt. The tournament continues Wednesday with Bocas del Toro vs. Coclé in Game 4 of the Round of Eight.
Panama will host the first High Seas COP from January 11 to 22, 2027, putting the country at the center of a key global ocean policy event. Preparations advanced after the latest meeting in New York.
Panama Canal authorities have opened the Corredor Logístico as an alternative route while the Bridge of the Americas is closed. The opened section runs between Brujas road and the Centenario Bridge.
Panama’s women’s national team faces Aruba on April 9 in a crucial Concacaf W qualifier at 7:00 p.m. The match will be shown on TVMAX and TVN Pass.
Puerto Barú rejected claims that its project affects Coiba National Park, saying the allegations do not reflect completed technical and institutional reviews. The company warned that the spread of such information could mislead the public.
Commuters in Albrook faced long lines and heavy uncertainty after the Bridge of the Americas closure disrupted transport toward Panamá Oeste. The disruption has intensified traffic and slowed the return home for many travelers.
A family in Chiriquí is seeking help to find housing and pay for treatment for 9-year-old Milagros, who has become paraplegic and can no longer continue her normal school routine. Her case has placed the family under severe strain.
Panamanian authorities are urging telework and flexible schedules this Tuesday as the closure of the Bridge of the Americas is expected to disrupt commuting. The recommendation targets workers traveling between Panama City and Panama Oeste.
Panama’s Education Ministry and universities adjusted schedules after disruptions affecting the Bridge of the Americas. UMIP moved classes online until Friday while schools were told to safeguard continuity and safety.
Panamanian authorities are investigating a tanker explosion and fire on the Bridge of the Americas that killed one person and injured four others. Two of the injured suffered second-degree burns.
The National Assembly unanimously ratified Isidro Carbonell as director of Panama’s National Lottery. The vote gives him formal backing to lead one of the country’s most visible public institutions.
The Panama Maritime Authority suspended a port concession after a fire incident near the Bridge of the Americas and halted operations at the facility. Officials stressed a zero-tolerance stance on safety in port environments.
Coclé and Bocas del Toro meet in Game 2 of Panama’s 83rd National Major Baseball Championship Round of Eight. The game is being carried live on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.