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Two people on a motorcycle, using a food-delivery backpack as a disguise, snatched a woman's cellphone while she waited at a bus stop in Luque, Paraguay. The incident was captured on CCTV, and police are investigating.
deliveryluqueCarlos Pereira, a former member of the IPS Council, has proposed eliminating the body, describing a multi-step internal process for procurement and blaming a lack of follow-up for stalled initiatives. He defended the appointment of the current IPS head as the president's best choice.
ipscarlos-pereiraEconomist Víctor Raúl Benítez argues that despite strong GDP growth, inequality and corruption prevent macroeconomic gains from benefiting most Paraguayans, citing a concentration of income among the richest 20%.
victor-raul-benitezPresident Santiago Peña stated that the best of bilateral ties with Brazil is ahead, following a historic visit by over 500 Brazilian investors to Paraguay.
brazilsantiago-penabilateral-relationste-deumParaguay's soybean exports rose 37% year-on-year to 3.94 million tons by April 2026, according to Capeco. Total complex revenues reached $1.93 billion, with Argentina as the top destination. The boom is attributed to strong global demand for plant proteins and biofuels.
soybean-exportsagriculturecapecotradeargentinaAccording to data from Paraguay's National Institute of Statistics (INE) reported by Ultima Hora, 876,000 mothers are employed, making up 25.6% of the workforce. However, they face significant wage gaps, high informality, and workplace prejudices, especially against pregnant women and mothers of young children.
ineThe National Union of Retirees of Paraguay (UNJPy) staged a protest outside the IPS headquarters, calling for the full replacement of the Administrative Council while supporting new president Dr. Isaías Fretes. They criticize opaque accounting and demand expert financial management of pension reserves.
ipsThe Association of Oncological Patients of the Social Security Institute (Apodips) has formally requested that IPS President Dr. Isaías Ricardo Fretes declare an institutional health emergency, citing severe shortages of medicines, long waiting lists, and systemic failures. The call comes as Paraguay's Chamber of Deputies has given preliminary approval to a bill for a broader emergency declaration at the institute.
ipsfretesapodipsParaguay opposition deputy Raúl Benítez and lawyer Federico Legal criticized cartista lawmakers Rocío Abed and Yamil Esgaib for participating in a transparency event on May 20, citing their consistent rejection of information requests and Esgaib's past aggression toward journalists.
rocio-abedyamil-esgaibParaguay's state electricity utility ANDE is executing a $820 million master plan to modernize transmission lines, expand capacity in the Chaco region, and digitize services, with financing from the IDB and Taiwan.
andeDuring the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's independence in Ciudad del Este, Bishop Pedro Collar urged citizens and authorities to prioritize the common good, combat corruption, and strengthen solidarity. The event featured a parade with over 60 institutions.
paraguay-independenceA legal battle over two tugboats leads to a complaint against prosecutor Aldo Cantero, who is accused of fast-tracking an indictment without evidence. Cantero defends his actions, stating the case is now headed to trial.
Paraguay's Magistracy Council voted 7-1 to include prosecutor Aldo Cantero in a shortlist for a judicial post, despite his record of case dismissals, over colleague Deny Yoon Pak, who led major anti-drug operations. The decision has drawn sharp criticism from politicians and legal professionals.
aldo-canterodeny-yoon-pakParaguayan haute couture designer Ati Troche balances family and career, working alongside her daughter Ernestina, who follows in her footsteps.
ati-trochefamiliadesignerDrawing on expert analysis and cultural history, this article explores the profound psychological impact of the maternal bond, the origins of the saying 'Madre hay una sola,' and the lasting influence of mothers on adult identity and emotional health.
mothermaternal-bondmothersmother-child-bondA forensic autopsy has confirmed that 26-year-old Mariza Paola Balbuena Medina died from severe blunt force trauma to the head, ruling out sharp weapons. Her partner, Juan Antonio González, who has a prior domestic violence record and an outstanding arrest warrant, is the prime suspect in what authorities are investigating as a femicide.
loretomariza-balbuenajuan-antonio-gonzalezFrancisco Colmán Acosta, 23, was found dead with a stab wound in the Uj'e Lhavos indigenous community in Filadelfia. Police arrested Esteban Ariel Insfrán Cambista, 24, who is held at the Loma Plata police station pending investigation.
filadelfiauj-e-lhavosParaguay's Foreign Minister Rubén Ramírez Lezcano says the government is still waiting for a formal request from the United States to receive a new batch of 25 migrants rejected by the US under the controversial Third Safe Country agreement. The first group of 16 migrants arrived in April and all voluntarily returned to their home countries.
united-statesmigrationthird-safe-countryruben-ramirez-lezcanoThe Paraguayan Navy has opened the Brazilian Navy ship Almirante Leverger for free public visits at the Port of Asunción from May 14 to 16, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and showcase naval operations.
almirante-levergerResidents of Yabebyry, Misiones, blocked the road connecting San Ignacio and Yabebyry on May 16, 2026, to demand immediate repairs due to severe deterioration, including deep potholes that pose safety risks for drivers and motorcyclists. The protest follows prolonged inaction by municipal, departmental, and national authorities.
misionessan-ignacioyabebyryA man with a prior record allegedly stole tools and a battery from a Ypané home early Friday, then returned hours later. Recognized by the victim, he fled into a private residence where residents subdued him until police arrived.
ypaneburglaryarrestA large tractor-trailer caught fire on Route 086 in Canindeyú, Paraguay, on Thursday afternoon due to an apparent electrical short circuit. The driver escaped uninjured, and bystanders helped contain the blaze before it reached the trailer.
canindeyuscaniaPreeclampsia, a severe pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure, remains a leading cause of maternal mortality in Paraguay. With global statistics indicating significant annual deaths of mothers and infants due to this condition, health authorities and organizations are emphasizing the critical importance of timely prenatal care. The Fundación Rassmuss is collaborating with the Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare to enhance prevention and management strategies in 12 key hospitals across the country.
preeclampsiaParaguayan forward Ramón Sosa left the field in the 17th minute of Palmeiras vs. Cruzeiro after a hard tackle, raising concerns for the national team.
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