News Summary: Changes in Migration, Regional Security, and Key Events in Uruguay
The United States government announced a major change in its migration policies that will affect thousands of people. From now on, most foreigners applying for permanent residency, known as a "green card," must leave the country to complete the process. This measure has sparked concern, as it could cause the separation of many families while applicants wait for an official resolution outside of U.S. territory.
In the field of regional security, an attempted attack was reported in a Paraguayan prison against Miguel Insfrán, alias "Tío Rico," who is an associate of the well-known drug trafficker Sebastián Marset. Members of the criminal group Primer Comando Capital (PCC) tried to enter his cell to attack him, but the man was not there because he was at a court hearing. Meanwhile, Marset's lawyers continue to meet with U.S. prosecutors to analyze the evidence against him.
In Uruguay, the justice system handed down a sentence for a violent crime that occurred in 2025. Four men were convicted of a homicide that took place in front of a bar themed after the movie "The Godfather," where a 19-year-old lost his life. On the other hand, insecurity affected a pair of Argentine tourists in Montevideo. Criminals broke their car window in the Punta Carretas area to steal a purse, leaving the 68 and 69-year-old victims injured during the incident.
Sports also generated high-impact news this Friday. Following the match between Peñarol and Corinthians for the Copa Libertadores, violent incidents occurred between the police and the Uruguayan team's fans, forcing authorities to explain the security measures taken. Furthermore, there is much anticipation for the Uruguayan national basketball team, which is preparing to play key matches against Argentina and Cuba at the Antel Arena with the dream of qualifying for the World Cup.
Uruguay will host international events of great relevance in the coming days. For the first time, the country is hosting the Forum of the Ibero-American Federation of Young Entrepreneurs (FIJE), an activity declared of national interest that seeks to promote entrepreneurship. Additionally, in the cultural sphere, the visit of the award-winning French writer Emmanuel Carrère, author of "The Adversary," was confirmed; he will arrive in the country to participate in activities prior to the Book Fair.
To close today's summary, we highlight some wellness tips and facts of general interest. Home remedies with natural collagen have become popular, using foods rich in protein and vitamin C to improve skin and joint health. Finally, the winning numbers for the Quiniela and Tómbola drawings for the afternoon shift of this Friday, May 22, 2026, are now available to the public.