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Paraguay's National Police detained three men suspected of robbing two gas stations in Limpio. The main accused, Jorge Daniel Samudio, known as 'Freddy Mercurie', had a prior record for theft. The group was captured in the same vehicle used in the crimes, with a weapon and ammunition.
limpioThe National Directorate of Health Surveillance (Dinavisa) has banned the sale of products from the brands USA PEPTIDES, BIOGENESIS, SYNEDICA - ALLUVI HEALTHCARE, OXIGEN, and VELTRANE because they lack health registration and pose a serious risk to public health. The public is advised to immediately stop using them and report any irregular sales.
dinavisaParaguay's Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock issued an agrometeorological alert due to the forecast of a sharp drop in temperatures, recommending protection of crops and animals with covers, nighttime irrigation, and controlled use of smoke.
A vehicle became trapped in a large hole with accumulated water in the city of Mariano Roque Alonso, reigniting outrage among drivers and neighbors, who demand action from authorities and warn of the constant danger on the road.
mariano-roque-alonsoAlcemir de Souza, a 47-year-old Brazilian pastor, was detained in Saltos del Guairá, Canindeyú, on charges of sexually abusing 30 boys in Brazil. He was a fugitive and worked as a delivery driver in Paraguay. After capture, he was extradited to Brazil.
alcemir-de-souzainterpolcanindeyuStarting this Tuesday, Paraguay's Vice Ministry of Transport began applying staggered fines to bus companies that do not transmit their real-time GPS location, as part of the Integral Control and Monitoring System (SICM). The measure aims to combat frequent 'reguladas' (fleet reductions) and improve service for users.
gpsThe Honor Colorado movement, led by pre-candidate for mayor of Asunción, Camilo Pérez, rejected the request for an audit of voting machines made by Senator Lilian Samaniego and her brother Arnaldo, classifying the demand as an attempt to destabilize the electoral process three weeks before the Colorado internal elections.
honor-coloradocamilo-perezlilian-samaniegotsjeA group of activists met with the president of the Social Insurance Institute (IPS) to discuss the recovery of the house of Serafina Dávalos, Paraguay's first female lawyer. The property, ceded to the Attorney General's Office (PGR) for restoration, was never renovated and lies in ruins, with thefts of stained glass and ironwork. The proposal is an agreement among several institutions to transform the site into a cultural space.
serafina-davalosipsThe intense cold recorded on the morning of this Tuesday (19) in Asunción and the metropolitan area caused many students to miss classes, according to reports from parents. The Directorate of Meteorology and Hydrology forecasts that the cool weather will continue in the coming days.
Jorge Daniel Samudio, known as 'Freddie Mercury', was detained along with two other men, including a retired non-commissioned officer of the Armed Forces, suspected of robbing two gas stations in Limpio, Central Department. Police seized a vehicle, a pistol, and ammunition.
limpioThe president of the Paraguayan Congress, Basilio “Bachi” Núñez, announced he will present an electoral reform bill to allow each voter to vote for up to two candidates from the same party list, expanding the current system of open closed lists. The proposal will first be debated in the Governing Board of the Colorado Party.
bachi-nunezThe angiography equipment at the IPS Central Hospital is out of service, delaying urgent catheterizations and prompting complaints from family members who fear preventable deaths. The social security institute has not informed when the system will be repaired.
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