World Cup Kickoff & Paraguay in the spotlight: With the 2026 FIFA World Cup starting June 11, Paraguay’s Group D clash vs the USA is set for June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, and the matchup is already driving major attention around ticketing, streaming, and local logistics. Health & food safety in Asunción: Paraguay’s health authorities are investigating four confirmed foodborne botulism cases in Asunción, tied to food from a commercial venue in a shopping center, with adults affected and epidemiological checks underway. Paraguay drug probe: An Estonian pilot linked to a $3.6M hashish and marijuana discovery aboard a private jet in Paraguay denied involvement and questioned airport security, as authorities continue the investigation. Renewables investment signal: DNV says it advised lenders on the financial close of a USD 650M green hydrogen-based fertilizer project in Villeta, supporting technical due diligence for ATOME’s non-recourse financing. Local business & labor ripple effects: In the US, SoFi Stadium workers are voting on a potential strike over wages and security demands ahead of hosting the USA vs Paraguay match, highlighting how big events can quickly spill into labor and operating costs.