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Two students from Colegio San José in Ciudad del Este engaged in a physical altercation during a parade commemorating Paraguay's 215th Independence Day. The school issued a statement acknowledging the incident and noting that one student has a neurodevelopmental condition.
independenceschool-fightciudad-del-esteeducationneurodevelopmentParaguay's national team coach Gustavo Alfaro published an emotional open letter on Instagram for the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's independence, blending patriotic sentiment with a rallying cry for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. He thanked fans for their unwavering support, highlighted the values of 'garra' and 'temple,' and paid tribute to Paraguayan mothers.
gustavo-alfaroparaguay-national-teamindependence-dayThe legal representative of the construction workers' union at the Aña Cua hydroelectric project has denounced a new ban on photography and video at the site, alleging it is an attempt to conceal irregularities. The consortium managing the project issued a circular prohibiting images, citing intellectual property, and threatening dismissal for violators. The union calls on the government and the Yacyretá Binational Entity to intervene.
ana-cuaCities including Caacupé, Pilar, Villarrica, and towns in Misiones and the Chaco region held civic-military parades on May 14-15, 2026, marking the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's independence. Students, teachers, police, and military personnel participated, with local officials emphasizing patriotism and community commitment.
independencePresident Santiago Peña hosted controversial Silicon Valley billionaire Peter Thiel and Crusoe AI president Cully Cavness at Mburuvicha Róga. Chief of Staff Javier Giménez said the government welcomes investors regardless of personal views, while Thiel has previously questioned democracy. The meetings focus on AI, energy, and fintech investment opportunities in Paraguay.
santiago-penapeter-thielinvestmentartificial-intelligenceA forensic autopsy has confirmed that 26-year-old Mariza Paola Balbuena Medina died from severe blunt force trauma to the head, ruling out sharp weapons. Her partner, Juan Antonio González, who has a prior domestic violence record and an outstanding arrest warrant, is the prime suspect in what authorities are investigating as a femicide.
loretomariza-balbuenajuan-antonio-gonzalezA pedestrian was killed Thursday night on Route PY02 in Caaguazú when struck by a vehicle in which Senator Silvio “Beto” Ovelar was a passenger. The driver was detained, and the investigation is ongoing.
silvio-ovelarcaaguazuPresident Santiago Peña presided over the annual military parade along the Costanera Norte in Asunción on May 14, 2026, as Paraguay celebrated 215 years of independence. The event featured 3,000 troops, including 2,400 military personnel and 600 police officers, along with aircraft displays and armored vehicles.
independence-daymilitary-paradesantiago-penaasuncionsuper-tucanocostanera-nortePresident Santiago Peña led the military-police parade on Paraguay's Independence Day, reversing an earlier cancellation that had sparked controversy. The event featured 3,000 troops along the Costanera in Asunción.
independence-daymilitary-paradesantiago-penagovernment-reversalasuncionnational-celebrationThe Expo Madera Paraguay 2026, organized by the Paraguayan Federation of Timber Producers (Fepama), will take place from September 10 to 12 at the Paraguayan Olympic Committee, under the motto 'Forests in expansion, industries with value'. The event aims to consolidate Paraguay as a strategic player in the regional forestry-industrial sector, highlighting the more than 380,000 hectares of forest plantations, the potential for job creation, and the emphasis on sustainability and certification of origin.
expo-madera-paraguay-2026Senator Rubén Velázquez acknowledges delays in implementing the university half-fare transport benefit and announces a public hearing. Student leaders describe long commutes and limited bus schedules, urging faster progress.
ruben-velazquezA new artificial intelligence trend creating hyper-realistic videos of people in packed stadiums has gone viral in Paraguay, while the band Korn returned to the country after 13 years with a show at the Jockey Club.
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