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Paraguay's Vice Ministry of Transport (VMT) has begun rolling out an automated system that cross-references GPS and electronic ticketing data to track the bus fleet in real time, aiming to reduce irregularities and provide predictability for passengers.
vmtgps-monitoringpublic-transporthugo-ramosThe Deputy Transport Ministry has begun monitoring bus frequency and routes using the Integrated Control and Monitoring System (SICM), which cross-references GPS data and electronic fare collection. The measure aims to curb so-called "reguladas" and will have an initial three-month phase during peak hours.
gpsParaguay's Minister of Public Health, María Teresa Barán, broke ground on the Community Center for chemical dependency and mental health treatment in Encarnación, noting that the project is part of the national Sumar program and that 80% of cases do not require prolonged hospitalization.
encarnacionmaria-teresa-baransumarParaguay's Public Prosecutor's Office has charged six people, including a former court actuary, a fiscal assistant, a former magistrate, and a sitting judge, with the alleged production and use of false documents to gain advantages in competitions run by the Council of the Judiciary.
The Pastoral Communications (Pascom) of the Archdiocese of Asunción will hold the sixth edition of the 'Communicate in the Church' workshop on Saturday, May 23, aimed at Catholic communicators, religious, and pastoral workers. The event will address the importance of updating pastoral communication in a synodal key.
Paraguay's Chamber of Deputies approved a series of information requests regarding suspicious tenders at the Institute of Social Welfare (IPS), totaling US$63 million. Deputies from different parties called for the former head of the agency, Jorge Brítez, to face criminal prosecution, while criticizing current president Isaías Fretes for not having filed a formal complaint so far.
ipsjorge-britezisaias-fretesA dispute between neighbors in the La Amistad neighborhood of Cambyretá ended with two people injured on Tuesday afternoon. Fernando Emanuel Segovia Cáceres, 30, suffered a deep cut to the head with a machete, and Verónica López Sánchez, 26, was assaulted and sustained facial injuries. Three suspects have been identified, one with a criminal record.
cambyretamacheteBarcelona's Sagrada Família basilica has completed the central 172.5-metre tower designed by Antoni Gaudí. The inauguration and blessing will take place on 10 June, presided over by Pope Leo XIV. The four-armed cross, 17 metres tall, was manufactured in Germany and Catalonia in 2025, and the sculpture Cordero de Dios by artist Andrea Mastrovito will be installed at the top.
sagrada-familiagaudicordero-de-diosA resident of the Cañada del Ybyray neighborhood says her home was destroyed in an irregular eviction, while an alleged direct-sale scheme of municipal land continues to operate in prime areas of the capital, with signs of corruption and pressure on precarious occupants.
Associations of retirees from the Social Security Institute (IPS) asked President Santiago Peña to replace advisor José Jara Rojas, whom they accuse of not representing the interests of policyholders. At a press conference, union leaders expressed support for IPS President Isaías Fretes and demanded a concrete sign of backing from the executive branch for his management.
ipssantiago-penaisaias-fretesjose-jara-rojasAn ANEAES report reveals that of the 118 Psychology programs authorized in the country, only 23 are accredited, although they account for 59.2% of degrees issued between 2023 and May 2026. Multi-campus programs without accreditation are responsible for 70% of unaccredited diplomas.
Pre-candidate for city councilor Pablo Novosad emphasized the positive reception of his proposals for family strengthening and mental health during the campaign, at the groundbreaking ceremony for a community center for substance abuse care in the Pacu Cuá neighborhood.
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