In Napo and Loja, 125 mining concessions have been suspended, and 105 processing plants have been notified in El Oro
The Ecuadorian government has suspended 125 mining concessions in Napo and Loja and notified 105 processing plants in El Oro due to environmental concerns.
Winter in Ecuador affects 9,000 people and three deaths: Risk Management urges GAD to carry out dredging work
Ecuador is experiencing severe winter weather, affecting over 9,000 people and resulting in three fatalities, particularly in the provinces of El Oro, Guayas, and Los Ríos, leading to infrastructural damage and impassable roads.
Floods in Machala and river overflows paralyze part of El Oro on February 23
Severe rainfall caused significant flooding in Machala and river overflows in El Oro province, disrupting daily life and leading to school closures.
For the assembly members of the provinces of Loja and El Oro
The author appeals to the assembly members from Loja and El Oro for support in implementing an urgent economic law for southern border provinces in Ecuador.
Two men missing after truck falls off a cliff in Pasaje
Two men, Julio Enrique Macas Asanza and José Peñaloza, are reported missing after their truck fell off a cliff in Pasaje, Ecuador.
Fifteen people were murdered in less than 24 hours in El Oro: violence hit Machala, Pasaje, and El Guabo
A series of violent attacks in El Oro, Ecuador, resulted in the deaths of fifteen individuals in under 24 hours, with incidents reported in Machala, Pasaje, and El Guabo.
Armed attack at Bajo Alto beach leaves two dead and three injured during the holiday
An armed attack during the carnival holiday at Bajo Alto beach in Ecuador resulted in two fatalities and three injuries.
Mayor of Portovelo: 'Caring for the environment and caring for people cannot be different paths'
Portovelo's Mayor Yulissa Aguilar emphasizes the importance of balancing environmental care with the needs of local miners following the indefinite suspension of operations at gold processing plants in El Oro, Ecuador.
Daughter hides under a truck and sees her parents and a farm worker die in El Oro
A daughter witnessed the tragic murder of her parents and a long-time employee at their family farm after hiding under a truck during an armed attack in El Oro, Ecuador.
The Oro Verde Hotel in Guayaquil celebrates love in all its forms with a special gastronomic season
The Oro Verde Hotel in Guayaquil is offering a special culinary agenda to celebrate love through various dining experiences during Valentine's Day weekend.
Enhanced security on El Oro beaches for carnival holiday: 'Tourists need to feel safe to decide to travel'
Authorities in El Oro, Ecuador, are increasing security measures at beaches during the 2026 carnival holiday due to recent violence impacting the region's safety perception.
Suspension of activities in benefit plants 'hits' small businesses in El Oro that rely on daily mining movement
The suspension of mining activities in El Oro has severely affected small businesses dependent on the local economy.
Attack with explosives on banana truck left two injured in El Oro
An explosive attack on a banana truck in El Oro, Ecuador, injured two men, allegedly linked to extortion; one victim is in stable condition with multiple injuries.
Former mayor of Huaquillas confirms that remains found were those of his son
The former mayor of Huaquillas confirmed through a video that the remains found in El Oro were his son's, expressing his grief and confusion over the brutal incident.
In one week, 89 mining concessions and 54 plants were suspended in Napo, Loja, and El Oro
The Ecuadorian government has suspended 89 mining concessions and 54 processing plants in the provinces of Napo, Loja, and El Oro to protect water sources and conserve the environment.
Explosions, threats, and five murders mark a violent weekend in the province of El Oro
A violent weekend in El Oro province resulted in explosions, threats, and five murders, creating widespread panic among residents.
The security map around Messi: the hotel where the Argentine star is staying is surrounded by fences, while fans arrive hoping to get a photo
Fans gather outside the Oro Verde Hotel in Guayaquil, Ecuador, hoping to catch a glimpse of Lionel Messi ahead of the historic match between Inter Miami and Barcelona Sporting Club.
Floods, collapsed poles, and closed roads: Prolonged rains hit cantons of El Oro
Prolonged heavy rains in Ecuador's El Oro province have caused flooding in at least 60 neighborhoods, leading to infrastructure damage and closed roads.
Fusarium Race 4: Immediate response protocol activated due to heavy rains in zero zone, in El Oro
In response to heavy rains in El Oro, Ecuador, authorities have activated an immediate response protocol to manage the outbreak of Fusarium Race 4.
More than 153 days without new outbreaks of ‘Fusarium’ race 4: agreement signed to prevent its spread
Ecuadorian authorities report over 153 days without new outbreaks of Fusarium race 4, following a signed agreement to enhance biosecurity measures.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are staying at the Oro Verde hotel
Lionel Messi and the Inter Miami team have arrived at the Oro Verde hotel, where they will stay until February 8, following their arrival at the Simón Bolívar naval base.
Arcom places suspension seals on mining activities in Napo, El Oro, and Loja
The Mining Regulation and Control Agency (Arcom) is placing suspension seals on mining activities in Napo, Loja, and El Oro provinces, following a ministerial resolution effectively halting operations in these areas.
Minister Inés Manzano reaffirmed to mayors of El Oro that the suspension of plants processing minerals will not be lifted
Minister Inés Manzano confirmed to mayors from El Oro that the indefinite suspension of gold processing plants will remain in effect after they sought to lift the ban during a meeting in Quito.
‘Not even the center is safe’: explosives caused damage in Machala
An explosion early Wednesday morning in Machala damaged the main door, floor, and interior of a business, as well as nearby structures and buildings.
Macabre discovery of three heads confirms the violent end of missing men from Pasaje
The police confirmed the discovery of three severed heads in El Oro province, marking the violent conclusion to the disappearance of three men from Pasaje after more than ten days of searching.
Gold processing plants in Portovelo are idle: owners and mayors warn of impact on exports and 10,000 families directly
Hundreds protested in Portovelo against the suspension of gold processing plants, fearing negative effects on exports and livelihoods.
Around 5,000 people participate in protest against suspension of mining activities in El Oro
Approximately 5,000 people gathered peacefully in El Oro to protest against the total suspension of mining plants mandated by the Ministry of Environment and Energy.
The presidential suite of the Oro Verde in Guayaquil will host Lionel Messi for 'the match of history' between Barcelona SC and Inter Miami
Lionel Messi will be present at the historic match between Barcelona SC and Inter Miami, with the American team staying at the Oro Verde hotel in Guayaquil.
Rivers contaminated with cyanide and other elements caused the suspension of mineral processing plants in El Oro
Environmental contamination in El Oro and Loja due to high concentrations of cyanide and other harmful metals has led the government to indefinitely suspend operations at gold processing plants in El Oro.
From daycare to checkmate: AI accelerates the precocity of great chess talents
This article explores how AI and online platforms are nurturing exceptional chess prodigies from a young age, with examples like Faustino Oro and Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha.