‘Influencer’ arrested in Machala denied any link to extortion of merchant: judge ordered preventive detention
A well-known influencer in Ecuador has been arrested in Machala amid an extortion operation, denying any involvement in the alleged crimes.
‘Influencer’ Arrested in Machala for Extortion Allegedly Coordinated the Collection of Money from Merchant, According to Police Investigation
An influencer and two accomplices were arrested in Machala, Ecuador, for allegedly extorting money from a local merchant.
Machala: ‘Influencer’ and two women arrested for extortion of $6,000
Three women, including a local influencer, were arrested in Machala for allegedly extorting a merchant out of $6,000.
Four injured in explosive attack at Machala nightclub
An explosive attack at a nightclub in Machala, Ecuador, injured four people and caused significant damage to the venue and surrounding properties.
The standings table of the Ecuabet League after the draw between Orense and Manta at the end of matchday 3
Orense and Manta ended in a 1-1 draw in Machala, impacting their standings in the Ecuabet League.
Son of prosecutors arrested for murder in Machala after a chase: he and another suspect received preventive detention
Two men were arrested in Machala following a police chase after a shooting incident that resulted in one death.
Two linked to the murder of a businesswoman were found dead in Machala prison
Two men involved in the murder of businesswoman Viviana del Rosario Cerón Yunga were found dead in prison shortly after being taken into custody.
Police arrest two involved in attack recorded on Av. Machala: a woman arrested has eight criminal records
Police in Guayaquil have apprehended two suspects linked to a shooting that left two dead and one injured on Av. Machala.
Macará celebrates in Machala! Defeats Orense 1-0 and secures its place in the group stage of the 2026 Copa Sudamericana
Macará secured its place in the group stage of the 2026 Copa Sudamericana by defeating Orense 1-0 in Machala.
How Orense and Macará arrive at their Sudamericana match being played today at the 9 de Mayo stadium
Orense and Macará face off in Machala for a single match to qualify for the Copa Sudamericana group stage.
Explosive drone attack at El Oro prison allegedly targeted the director, according to police
A drone launched an explosive device at the Machala prison in El Oro, Ecuador, allegedly targeting the facility's director, but no injuries were reported.
Machala implements further cuts: Cultural institutions can only heat and light their spaces
Cultural institutions in Slovakia face severe financial cuts imposed by the Ministry of Culture under Lukáš Machala's directive.
Channels to watch live Orense SC vs. Macará in the preliminary phase of the Copa Sudamericana
The Copa Sudamericana begins this week with Orense SC facing Macará in the preliminary round on March 5, 2023.
Police links the attacks in Machala to disputes between Los Lobos and SaoBox
Explosive attacks in Machala are suspected to be linked to a conflict between the criminal organizations Los Lobos and SaoBox.
Explosive attacks shock sectors of Machala this Thursday, February 26
On February 26, Machala experienced two explosive attacks on residences, resulting in significant damage and injuries.
'They had evacuated the people and then caused the explosions,' says the Police about the attacks in Machala
Ecuadorian police confirm that individuals responsible for a recent attack in Machala forced families out of their homes before detonating explosives.
Explosion in Machala destroys home and leaves one injured on February 26th
A series of powerful explosions in Machala, Ecuador, destroyed a house and injured one person early on February 26th.
Capture of presumed hitmen for the murder of a woman in Machala: the crime is linked to extortion of a mining businessman
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of Viviana del Rosario Cerón Yunga in Machala, Ecuador, with the crime reportedly linked to extortion activities in the local mining sector.
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.
A man is shot while waiting for the traffic light to change in Machala
José Eduardo Macías Sernaque was shot dead while stopped at a traffic light in Machala, Ecuador.
Orense receives Liga de Quito at the start of the Ecuadorian championship: the 'Bananeros' are strong at the 9 de Mayo stadium
The Ecuadorian championship kicks off with Orense facing Liga de Quito, a match that will take place at the 9 de Mayo stadium in Machala.
Liga de Quito outlines its starting eleven for the debut in the Liga Ecuabet 2026 against Orense
Liga de Quito is set to begin their Liga Ecuabet 2026 campaign on February 20 against Orense in Machala, entering the season with high expectations and a few uncertainties in their starting lineup.
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.
ANT enables registration of new vehicles in Manta and Machala
The National Transit Agency (ANT) has resumed the registration of new vehicles in Manta and Machala as part of its gradual service reactivation across Ecuador.
Machala: STVR journalists are kids, Vlhová divides society
Lukáš Machala criticized the activism of journalists and expressed concern over the divisive impact of athlete Petra Vlhová's political statements on society.
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.
Explosives left with pamphlets at the overpass in Machala: Police investigate intimidating messages to SNAI executives and police chief
The National Police temporarily closed the overpass in Machala after explosives were reported as threats directed at officials of the National Service for Comprehensive Attention to Persons Deprived of Liberty (SNAI) and a police unit chief.
Chase and crash: this was the massacre that left four dead inside a taxi in Machala
A taxi was shot at and crashed into by another vehicle during a chase in Machala, resulting in a massacre that left four dead.
Eight years of internment for two adolescents who placed explosives in a hardware store in Machala
Two adolescents were sentenced to eight years of internment for planting explosives in a hardware store in Machala, captured on surveillance cameras as they attempted to flee from police after the act.
‘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.
Foreigner killed in downtown Machala: Police investigate possible connection with drug trafficking dispute
A Venezuelan man was shot and killed in downtown Machala, with investigators probing a possible link to drug trafficking conflicts.
Armed attack in Machala leaves 4 dead and 3 injured
An armed attack in Machala resulted in four fatalities and three injuries, including a 12-year-old boy.
"Consolidation" by Šimkovičová and Machala is ongoing since their appointment
The article discusses the ongoing consolidation in the culture sector under the leadership of Martina Šimkovičová and Lukáš Machala, highlighting the long-standing financial and staffing inadequacies within cultural institutions in Slovakia.
The Year 2025 in Culture: Between the Demolition Roller and Creative Resistance
Slovak culture in 2025 faced significant challenges under the leadership of the Ministry of Culture, marked by staff purges and bureaucratic pressures that undermined key cultural institutions.