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On World Telecommunications Day, the National Institute of Statistics (INE) reported that 85.4% of the population aged 10 or older accessed the internet in 2025, with women and urban areas leading, although the exclusion of Boquerón and Alto Paraguay limits the data's scope.
ineinternet-accessdigital-dividetelecommunications-dayparaguay-digitalThe Paraguayan government vehemently condemned the drone attack on the Barakah nuclear plant in the United Arab Emirates, which occurred on May 17, 2026. The incident, which caused a controlled fire outside the facility's inner perimeter, takes place amid escalating tensions between Iran and Gulf countries.
barakahiraWith Olimpia already champions, three clubs – Nacional, Cerro Porteño and Sportivo Ameliano – dispute second place in the final round of the 2026 Torneo Apertura this Sunday.
torneo-apertura-2026nacionalcerro-portenosportivo-amelianoA large fire consumed a commercial establishment at Limpio Market, Central Department, on the afternoon of May 18. Volunteer firefighters controlled the flames and there were no injuries, only material damage. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
limpioVehicle movement increased significantly this Sunday on Route PY02, especially at the Ypacaraí toll booth, with a large flow of travelers returning to Asunción and cities in the Central Department. The Highway Patrol reports that, despite queues, traffic is steady and there are no major blockages.
ypacaraiJulio Enciso was the standout name in Racing Strasbourg's epic comeback, defeating Monaco 5-4 in the latest Ligue 1 round. The Paraguayan provided three assists and was named man of the match by Sofascore with a rating of 8.9.
julio-encisoligue-1Racing Strasbourg pulled off a historic comeback, beating Monaco 5-4 from behind, with three assists from Paraguayan Julio Enciso. The forward ends the season with 12 goals and 9 assists and now joins the Paraguayan national team for the 2026 World Cup.
julio-encisoligue-1A fire destroyed two adjoining halls at the Municipal Market of Limpio on Sunday (17), with no injuries. Six volunteer fire companies controlled the flames, which consumed clothing and footwear. The lack of hydrants forced the use of water tanker trucks. Initial suspicion points to a short circuit.
ray-mendozaA red macaw (gua'a pytã) was rescued by volunteer firefighters in Concepción on Sunday night. The bird is under protection at the fire station, awaiting a decision from the environmental prosecutor.
concepcionThe return to the metropolitan area of Asunción occurs without congestion on the Luque-San Bernardino route, with three toll booths open for entry into Ecovía and stable vehicle flow.
ecoviapatrulha-caminheiraluque-san-bernardinoSenator Lilian Samaniego, leader of the Causa Republicana movement, demands an audit of the voting machines for the Colorado Party primaries, scheduled for June 7. The Honor Colorado movement, led by former President Horacio Cartes, supports a potential audit but considers the request untimely and rejects postponing the electoral schedule.
lilian-samaniegohoracio-carteshonor-coloradoIn a match valid for the 21st round of the 2026 Apertura Tournament, San Lorenzo and Sportivo Luqueño drew 0-0 at the Club Deportivo Capiatá Stadium. The result does not help either team in the fight against relegation to the División Intermedia.
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