Panama’s Health Ministry reported 9,277 medical attentions during Easter week and verified 608 food handlers, with 106 lacking the required card. The checks were part of holiday health and sanitation controls.
Panama firefighters are responding to thousands of Africanized bee emergencies after a surge that included a dangerous attack on worshippers in Penonomé during Semana Santa. One person has died in the recent string of incidents.
Panama has resumed exhumations tied to victims of the December 20 invasion, continuing work that began in 2020. The remains recovered are being analyzed in laboratories to help identify the victims.
Panama is preparing a resolution to allow stored material from the Donoso mine to be processed and exported soon. Officials say the stockpiled material is lower quality than earlier extraction.
Four people were detained in Los Santos after authorities dismantled a drug sales point and seized items commonly used in narcotics distribution. The operation forms part of Panama’s wider effort to disrupt local drug networks.
Adalberto Carrasquilla returned to club action with Chivas after playing for Panama, underscoring his importance to both club and country. Attention now turns to Panama’s upcoming international calendar, including a May 31 meeting with Brazil.
Panama will host a key session of the OAS Inter-American Committee against Terrorism, placing the country at the center of a regional security meeting. The gathering underscores cooperation and information sharing across the Americas.
Hillary Heron earned a podium finish in the floor exercise final at the 2026 World Gymnastics Championships in Cairo, adding to a medal won on Sunday. The result strengthens Panama’s profile in elite artistic gymnastics.
Panama schools are grappling with a mix of cyberbullying and physical violence that can hide warning signs of deeper distress. Experts say parents need direct, personal interaction with children to detect problems earlier.
Experts are calling for stronger prevention efforts at home and better coordination among Panama’s state institutions to protect vulnerable minors. They say shelters alone cannot solve problems that begin with family risk and lack of early support.
Panama’s sanitation authority has identified Cerro Batea and Torrijos Carter in San Miguelito as areas with heavy waste buildup. The district has been under sanitation intervention for nearly three months to stabilize cleaning and collection services.
The body of a 70-year-old tourist missing at El Estero beach in Veraguas was recovered after a search involving Sinaproc, firefighters, police and local residents. The operation highlights the importance of coastal safety and rapid emergency response in Panama.
Cloudy skies and scattered rain are expected to continue across Panama this Monday, while no active vigilance notice remains in effect. The weather may affect daily travel and outdoor plans.
Darién pulled level in its series against Panamá Oeste in the Campeonato Nacional de Béisbol Mayor, keeping the matchup tightly contested. The result adds more pressure and intrigue as the provincial rivalry continues.
Playa La Angosta in Colón attracted a strong crowd as visitors gathered to close out Easter Sunday along the coast. The turnout highlights Costa Arriba de Colón’s growing appeal as a Holy Week destination.
The presidential chapel opened on Easter Sunday, drawing worshippers and tourists seeking a place for prayer and reflection. The visit also highlighted the chapel’s rare public access and its ties to Panama’s religious traditions.
The closing Holy Week procession in Casco Antiguo featured the Risen Christ and the Virgin of Joy before both images entered the Basilica of Santa María la Antigua. The ceremony marked the end of Easter observances in one of Panama City’s most historic districts.
Hundreds gathered in Guararé and Santiago for the traditional Corrida de los Santos del Domingo de Resurrección, a major Catholic Easter celebration in the region. The event remains one of the area’s most enduring religious and cultural traditions.
A Béisbol Mayor game between Coclé and Bocas del Toro was delayed because of electrical problems, disrupting the live TVMAX broadcast. The issue affected both fans in the stadium and viewers following Panama’s top provincial baseball competition.
Water service in Penonomé has been restored after a disruption at the raw water intake. Authorities are now working to maintain full drinking water production and protect water sources.