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Security & Justice - May 17, 2026, 11:30 AM

Operation Umbral 2.5: 109 women transferred from Ciudad del Este to the women's prison in Emboscada

In the early hours of Sunday, Paraguay's Ministry of Justice executed Operation Umbral 2.5, transferring 109 women deprived of liberty from the Juana María de Lara Women's Penitentiary Center in Ciudad del Este to the Emboscada Women's Penitentiary Complex (COMPLE). The action, which lasted just over an hour, involved a strong security scheme and is part of the reorganization of the prison system, which also includes the relocation of pregnant women and mothers with young children to the Serafina Dávalos Penitentiary Center in Coronel Oviedo.

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Politics - May 17, 2026, 11:26 AM

Colorado deputy denounces that Cartists and liberals protect corrupt individuals and degrade the image of Congress

Dissident Colorado deputy Roberto González (ANR-Añeteté) accused fellow Cartists, their satellites, and liberals functional to HC of preventing interventions in municipalities with mayors suspected of corruption, degrading the image of the National Congress. He cited the case of former senator Hernán Rivas, who reached the presidency of the Jurado de Enjuiciamiento de Magistrados with a fake degree, and other mayors who have been prosecuted or convicted.

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Health - May 17, 2026, 11:25 AM

Surgery in Villa Elisa Removes Nearly Four-Kilo Fibroid from 42-Year-Old Patient

A multidisciplinary team at Hospital General de Villa Elisa performed a high-complexity procedure to extract a benign tumor weighing 3,830 grams. The patient has been discharged and is recovering at home.

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Society - May 17, 2026, 11:00 AM

Infectologist Recommends Avoiding Iodine and Mercurochrome on Minor Wounds

Infectologist Hernán Rodríguez warned that colored disinfectants, such as iodine and mercurochrome, can mask signs of infection in small wounds, recommending cleaning with soap and water as the first measure.

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Politics - May 17, 2026, 11:00 AM

El Salvador and Guatemala Join Declaration Supporting Rodrigo Paz Government in Bolivia

El Salvador and Guatemala have joined eight Latin American countries, including Paraguay, in a joint declaration supporting the government of Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz amid protests and roadblocks that have lasted 11 days. The group rejects destabilizing actions and calls for dialogue, while Bolivia launches a military operation to clear the roads.

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Health - May 17, 2026, 10:59 AM

Surgery in Villa Elisa Removes Fibroid Weighing Over 3 kg

Doctors at the Villa Elisa hospital successfully performed surgery to remove a 3.830 kg fibroid from a 42-year-old patient. The woman has been discharged and is recovering at home.

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Agriculture - May 17, 2026, 10:48 AM

US$84.2 million trade surplus driven by soy; digital payments surge in Paraguay

Paraguay posted a US$84.2 million trade surplus in the first quarter of 2026, reversing the previous year's deficit, thanks to the soy complex, which grew 43.2% in value. Meanwhile, electronic payments rose 24%, with 8 out of 10 transactions via QR Code, and a business mission to Taiwan opened new investment opportunities.

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Infrastructure - May 17, 2026, 10:30 AM

Drunk Young Man Arrested After Running Over and Killing Security Guard in Presidente Franco

Jorge Alexandro Berdaberry Rotela, 22, was detained in Ciudad del Este for attempted theft and linked to a fatal accident on Route PY07 in Presidente Franco that killed Ysidro Paiva Santander, 64. Alcohol test was positive.

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Politics - May 17, 2026, 10:30 AM

Ruling Party Blocks Investigation into Alleged Ocean of Fake Diplomas in Paraguay

Senator Esperanza Martínez denounces resistance from the ruling party to the creation of a special commission to investigate up to 2,500 suspected university degrees, following the scandal of former senator Hernán Rivas that exposed a possible fraud network that may have benefited public office holders, including within the justice system.

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Society - May 17, 2026, 10:25 AM

Operation Threshold 2.5: 56 women transferred from Misiones prison to Emboscada

In the early hours of Sunday, 56 women deprived of liberty were transferred from the Regional Penitentiary of Misiones to the Emboscada Prison Complex, as part of Operation Threshold 2.5, under heavy police and military escort.

Society - May 17, 2026, 10:21 AM

Dinapi launches webinar series to simplify trademark registration with Pya’e Porã pilot

Paraguay’s National Directorate of Intellectual Property kicks off a series of online training sessions on May 21 to present the Pya’e Porã project, which aims to digitize and speed up intellectual property procedures.

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World - May 17, 2026, 10:15 AM

Paraguayan sommelier to join jury of first World Yerba Mate Championship in Buenos Aires

Jennifer Snaider, Paraguay's first tea sommelier, has been confirmed as a judge for the World Yerba Mate Championship, taking place from June 5 to 7 at the Mate Museum in Buenos Aires. The event brings together 35 experts from nine countries and over 200 samples evaluated blind.

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