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Society · May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM

Scam scheme in Villa Elisa: dealership changed corporate name every two months to deceive buyers

The Autos do Oeste dealership, owned by Nesmar SRL and located in Villa Elisa, is under investigation for a network of fraud in vehicle sales. The company changed its corporate name and trade name every two months, using names such as Sagitario Motors and Punta del Este, to attract victims with ads of low prices and immediate delivery, but the contracts stipulated delivery only after five years. More than 40 complaints have been registered since October 2025.

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Culture · May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM

Former Hotel Embajador reborn as boutique hotel in Asunción's historic center

The building of the former Hotel Embajador, which was the home of Paraguay's only female procer, Juana María de Lara, is undergoing restoration to become a boutique hotel. The private initiative also plans to recover the former Librería Castelar, signaling a revitalization movement in the capital's center.

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Society · May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM

Internal Dispute in the Colorado Party in San Lorenzo Heats Up with Two Honor Colorado Factions

The pre-campaign for municipal elections in San Lorenzo, Paraguay, is marked by an intense internal dispute within the Colorado Party, with two groups from the Honor Colorado movement running for mayor. On one side, current mayor Felipe Salomão seeks reelection; on the other, Édgar López, president of Seccional N°2, tries to consolidate his candidacy with strong financial investment and support from political figures such as Horacio Cartes and Hugo Velázquez. The liberal opposition is also mobilizing, with articulations among different forces to define a single candidacy.

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Society · May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM

Restoration of properties drives reactivation of Asunción's microcenter

Restoration works on historic buildings, such as the Cooperativa de las Fuerzas Armadas and the Palacete Duarte, signal the revitalization of Asunción's microcenter, driven by municipal tax incentives.

Society · May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM

Art and Games Mobilize Youth Against Chagas Disease in Paraguay

Playful and educational campaigns from the CUIDA Chagas project, featuring theater, comic books, and games, reach thousands of students in five Paraguayan districts during the disease awareness month.

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Politics · May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM

Victims of the Promissory Note Mafia Remain Without Justice as New Frauds Emerge in Paraguay

The promissory note mafia, a scam scheme that has lasted two years, remains unpunished. Victims, mostly public employees, denounce judicial delays and new types of scams, such as the sale of promissory notes from closed companies and the non-return of documents after debt settlement. Senators and the mayor of Ciudad del Este met with those affected, but the justice system has not advanced.

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Infrastructure · May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM

Access works to the Bioceanic Bridge advance in Carmelo Peralta

The Consorcio Vial de Integración has begun paving 3.8 km of access to the Bioceanic Bridge, linking Carmelo Peralta to Route PY15, with an investment of over G. 125,900 million financed by Itaipú Binacional.

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Politics · May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM

BCP Celebrates Low Inflation, but Analyst Points to Structural Fragility and Compares to Alejo García's Accidental Discovery

The Central Bank of Paraguay (BCP) celebrates April inflation at 2.3%, below the 4% target, but analyst Alejo García argues the decline is artificial, driven by a 23% appreciation of the guarani against the dollar since July 2025, not by effective monetary policy. García points to flaws in the BCP's toolkit, such as the lack of high-frequency open market operations and an 'inverted corridor' of rates, indicating structural dysfunctions.

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Economy · May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM

ADEC Promotes International Congress on Fair Business Inspired by Fair Play

The Association of Christian Entrepreneurs (ADEC) will hold its International Congress in June, with the theme of Fair Play applied to the business world. The event seeks to promote fair dealings and businesses with a 'human face', aligned with the Social Doctrine of the Church and the Year of the Common Good proclaimed by the Paraguayan Episcopal Conference for 2026.

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Society · May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM

Paraguay's Magistrates Council Excludes Prosecutor Who Led Anti-Corruption Operation and Chooses Individual Investigated in Scandals

Paraguay's Magistrates Council passed over prosecutor Deny Yoon Pak, who led the mega-operation A Ultranza against drug trafficking, and chose Aldo Cantero, known as 'Aldo Canta 50' for allegedly negotiating cases, to join the shortlist for judge. The decision drew criticism from legal experts and accusations that the body prioritizes political loyalties over merit.

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Society · May 16, 2026, 7:40 AM

Paraguay reaches 88% coverage in measles and rubella campaign

The National Vaccination Drive against measles and rubella has achieved 88% coverage, with 420,646 children vaccinated. The goal is to exceed 95% by May 29.

Environment · May 16, 2026, 7:20 AM

Rains and Storms Hit Northern Paraguay This Weekend

Northern Paraguay faces a high probability of rain and severe storms this Saturday (16) and Sunday (17), with accumulations of up to 80 mm, winds of 80 km/h, and the possibility of hail. Starting Monday (18), a cold front will drop temperatures to lows below 11 °C.