The Great Way of the Cross in Hernandarias has evolved into one of the most powerful manifestations of popular devotion in Paraguay. It blends religion, culture and community into a single shared experience. In the city of Hernandarias, Alto Paraná...


Economy
Paraguay has recorded a significant decrease in its national poverty rate, which fell from 19.6% to 16.0% between 2024 and 2025. According to updated data presented by the National Statistics Institute (INE), this reduction means that approximately 213,164 people have emerged from poverty. These figures are part of the Monetary...


Business

Paraguay’s fast-food scene is set for another major shift. The globally recognised chain Taco Bell is preparing to enter the local market, marking a new phase in the country’s growing franchise sector. The arrival reflects a broader trend. International brands are increasingly choosing Paraguay as a destination for expansion in...

Technology
Paraguay is taking a significant step towards preserving its linguistic heritage diversity with the introduction of DamPy, the Multilingual Audiovisual Dictionary of Paraguay. Developed by the Secretariat for Language Policy (Secretaría de Políticas Lingüísticas), this new digital platform aims to document, organise, and share the country’s rich linguistic heritage through...

Science

Health
A collaborative medical mission between specialists from Paraguay’s Acosta Ñu Children’s General Hospital and the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center has provided life-changing treatment for children with complex colorectal diseases. The complex surgeries initiative, which took place in Paraguay, saw a team of international and local experts conduct highly specialised...

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The annual “Respect the Cyclist” (Respeta al Ciclista) cycling event was held with great success at the Asunción Botanical Garden and Zoo. A large number of participants gathered for the traditional ride, which is organised to promote safer road conditions for cyclists. The event aims to educate the public, particularly...















































































