The US Federal Maritime Commission warned that intensified inspections and detentions of Panamanian-flagged ships appear aimed at punishing Panama after the transfer of Hutchison port assets, TVN reports. The warning raises concerns about operational and diplomatic impacts on Panama’s maritime sector.
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission warned of possible actions against China after intensified inspections and detentions of Panama-flagged vessels, linking the measures to the transfer of Hutchison port assets.
A court has ordered provisional detention for a man accused of aggravated rape after an alleged mid-January 2026 assault of a 15-year-old in Narganá, Guna Yala. The case remains under investigation.
Firefighters have accused irregular budget transfers during the 2020–2024 administration. Officials say the current administration is cooperating and providing information for clarification.
The objections period for candidates to lead the Defensor del Pueblo has closed. Candidate interviews will begin Monday, March 30 at 9:30 a.m. in Salón Manuel Leneé (Salón Azul).
Panama will play two friendly matches against South Africa on March 27 and 31, with live coverage on TVN, TVMAX, TVN Pass and the TVMAX PANAMÁ YouTube channel.
Medicina Legal has moved its Los Santos operations due to structural failures but says all services will continue normally, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
OpenAI has suspended plans for an erotic chatbot feature known internally as “modo Citron,” after criticism reported by the Financial Times. The move raises moderation and regulatory questions for users and policymakers in Panama.
Panama will host South Africa in two international friendlies on March 27 and 31, broadcast live on TVN, TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.
Panama’s Caja de Seguro Social confirmed medicine shortages and activated emergency purchases; arriving lots include amlodipine, irbesartan, iron ampoules and hyaluronic acid.
Apede requested that Bill 391 on the right of reply be returned to first debate, citing a lack of clear guidance from authorities—particularly the Autoridad Nacional de Transparencia—and warning this reveals institutional weaknesses.
The IOC said women’s Olympic participation will be limited to individuals of ‘female biological sex’ and that carriers of the SRY gene will be excluded, reintroducing genetic tests for the 2028 Games. The move will require national bodies, including Panama’s, to revise eligibility and selection procedures.
Panama’s Protección Civil will install a COE and step up coordination to reinforce security and health measures for the pilgrimage to the Cristo de Alanje, officials said.
Regional health authorities in San Miguelito will remove street vendors near schools, citing concerns about junk food sales and other detected safety risks affecting students.
TVN 2 reports cervical cancer is now the second leading cause of death among women in Panama, with cases concentrated in Panamá Oeste, Chiriquí and Azuero, prompting new public health strategies.
Panama will play two friendly matches against South Africa on March 27 and 31; TVN, TVMAX, TVN Pass and the TVMAX PANAMÁ YouTube channel will broadcast the games.
Authorities identified the body of a missing man in La Chorrera and say investigations are ongoing to determine cause of death and any links to other recent findings.
Panama’s Caja de Seguro Social has created its first national research group and recognized 20 professionals chosen from 34 applicants in a national call.
The Panamanian government is assessing a transport subsidy to prevent a fare increase, with the amount to be decided after a meeting due in the next hours.
Panama will face South Africa in two friendly matches on March 27 and 31, described by coach Thomas Christiansen as “two key matches” in the team’s preparation. Matches will be broadcast on TVN, TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.