Police stopped an attempt to move about 40 kilograms of drugs into La Joya through a dry ravine being used as a hidden trafficking route. It was the second recorded attempt in the same area.
Three people were convicted for gang-related activity tied to multiple crimes in San Miguelito. The case involved members of the gang known as “La Tropi.”
Panamá Pacífico will close turns on Boulevard de Las Américas starting April 6, affecting access toward the International Business Park. The change is set to alter traffic flow near the Customs checkpoint and Panama Corporate Center.
An alliance is promoting solar power installations in hard-to-reach areas of Panama while training 22 students over eight months in solar energy installation. The effort combines renewable energy access with workforce development.
Fuel prices in Panama will rise again this Friday, with diesel moving above $5.00. The new rates will remain in effect until the next scheduled update on April 17.
Eddy Herrera’s announcement has boosted anticipation for Sandra Fest in Panama, adding momentum to one of the country’s most awaited music celebrations. His message has helped turn the event into a bigger talking point ahead of the big night.
Panama’s securities regulator and Latinex are warning investors about AI-driven scams that use convincing digital tactics to promote fraudulent opportunities. Officials are urging the public to verify information and use only authorized intermediaries.
Panama’s 83rd National Major Baseball Championship is being broadcast through TVMAX, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ on YouTube. The tournament remains a major fixture in the country’s sports calendar.
The Social Security Administration confirmed there were no cameras where a patient’s vehicle was stolen outside a medical center on Transístmica. The case has raised questions about security around public health facilities in Panama City.
Panama has finalized its delegation for the 2026 South American Youth Games and selected symbolic leaders for the team. The move highlights national pride and the country’s focus on youth sports development.
Panama authorities and transport operators agreed to keep passenger fares unchanged while adding 95-octane gasoline to the subsidy scheme. The adjustment aims to ease operating costs without raising prices for users.
Cleanup crews worked at the Tocumen police station after disturbances and vandalism left several areas damaged. The incident highlighted the impact unrest can have on public security facilities in one of Panama’s busiest districts.
Panama will open the 2026 South American Youth Games with a ceremony led by Farruko, pairing sports, culture, and a major regional spotlight. The event will bring thousands of young athletes to the country.
Bocas del Toro confirmed Panama’s first bovine rabies case of 2026, prompting renewed calls for livestock vaccination. Authorities urged producers to protect all susceptible animals.
Panama’s national football team remains 33rd in the FIFA rankings as attention turns to the 2026 World Cup. The team’s position keeps it among the more competitive sides in international football.
Social Development Minister Beatriz Carles appeared before Panama’s National Assembly and outlined the country’s shelter network. She said the system has 48 centers divided into nutrition, school-season, and protection shelters.
Panama’s ATTT fired an employee after a video showed conduct the agency called unacceptable. The institution said it rejects such behavior and remains committed to transparency.
The ATTT dismissed an official after he was caught drinking a beer inside a state-owned vehicle. The agency said it rejects such conduct and remains committed to transparency.
Several people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the Pan-American Highway in Natá, Coclé. The collision disrupted traffic on one of Panama’s busiest routes.
A four-vehicle collision on the Pan-American Highway in Natá left several people injured and affected traffic on a key national route. The crash highlights the ongoing safety risks on one of Panama’s busiest roads.