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2001 to 2021: Ticking time bomb

Yesterdat 23:41 Fast forward to today from 2001 and Argentina’s massive debt pile is still front and centre of the political discussion, as is the IMF and the possibility of default.

CRIME & SECURITY

Autopsy report raises further questions about Lucas González’s death

Yesterdat 23:38 Lawyer for family claims 17-year-old killed by police officers in Barracas was “tortured” after autopsy identifies cigarette burn on hand.

SUPREME COURT

Names in the frame circulate as Supreme Court deadline passes

Yesterdat 23:26 Deadline to nominate new justice for nation’s highest tribunal passes without fanfare; Government drawing up list of potential replacements for Elena Highton de Nolasco, but recognises process will take time.

by Ariel Stemphelet

CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC

Travel curbs reimposed across globe over Omicron fears

Yesterdat 23:22 Argentina orders arrivals from Africa to undertake 10-day quarantine, following host of other nations; Authorities “pre-emptively” isolate 300 passengers on cruise ship after ‘false positive’ test result.

THE WEEK IN REVIEW

What we learned this week: November 27 to December 4

Yesterdat 23:20 A selection of stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.

EDITORIAL

The lady’s not for burning

Yesterdat 23:12 Vice-President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner makes a blazing return to centre stage after a long pre-electoral and post-electoral silence.

As I see it

Does corruption matter?

Yesterdat 22:16 The blatant politicisation of the Judiciary does nothing to make Argentina look like a good place in which to do business.

by James Neilson

BALLON D'OR

Even in the twilight of his career, Messi remains the man to beat

Yesterdat 22:08 Lionel Messi said it himself: Exorcising Argentina’s demons in Brazil and leading the side to Copa América glory was “the key” in winning him a record seventh Ballon d’Or.

by Dan Edwards

IMF DEBT

Upcoming IMF report assessing 2018 loan promises to stir up local politics

Yesterdat 21:56 IMF’s board set to discuss report reviewing the record stand-by programme worth US$57 billion granted to the Mauricio Macri government.

IMF DEBT TALKS

Guzmán tells CGT he won’t sign ‘austerity agreement’ with IMF

Yesterdat 02:49 Economy Minister Martín Guzmán promises that "there will be no austerity" in Argentina and that his economic plan seeks to "create jobs and lower inflation."

FOOTBALL: MATCH-FIXING CLAIMS

Villa Dálmine lets 16 players go as spotlight falls on play-off defeat

Yesterdat 01:55 Second-tier side Villa Dálmine lets 16 players go in wake of play-off defeat to Barracas Central. Allegations of match-fixing emerge, or are the players being punished for a bad performance?

BLOOMBERG

Argentine warrants more than double after ruling favours Aurelius

Yesterdat 01:27 US court rules Argentina will be required to show how it calculated statistics at the centre of a legal battle between the country and hedge fund Aurelius Capital Management LP.

IMF DEBT TALKS

Argentine officials travel to Washington for IMF talks

02-12-2021 16:15 A technical mission team with officials from Argentina's Economy Ministry and Central Bank will travel to Washington on Saturday to meet with representatives from the International Monetary Fund.

BLOOMBERG

Miguel Pesce: FX adjustment not included in IMF talks

02-12-2021 14:28 Negotiations to reach an agreement with the International Monetary Fund do not foresee an exchange-rate adjustment, said Central Bank chief Miguel Pesce.

BLOOMBERG

Argentina pitches its weak currency to attract digital nomads

02-12-2021 14:08 To make up for lost tourism, Buenos Aires wants international remote workers to take advantage of favourable exchange rates.

IMF DEBT TALKS

Argentine officials to meet IMF in Washington over record deal

01-12-2021 17:05 After little progress over the past two years, Argentina is hoping to ramp up negotiations with the International Monetary Fund over a new programme.

CRIME & THE COURTS

Rape trial against actor Juan Darthés begins in Brazil

01-12-2021 16:37 Actress Thelma Fardín gives testimony to courts in Brazil from Buenos Aires, recounting allegations that actor Juan Darthés raped her back in 2009 while in Nicaragua on tour.

Coronavirus pandemic

Authorities in Argentina order isolation of cruise ship amid Omicron fears

01-12-2021 15:38 Authorities in Argentina order immediate isolation of a cruise ship arriving in Buenos Aires from Cape Verde, after a case of coronavirus was detected onboard.

IMF DEBT TALKS

Argentina will make US$1.8-billion payment to IMF this month

30-11-2021 22:31 Argentina will make a US$1.8-billion payment to Fund on December 18, confirms International Economic Relations Secretary Cecilia Todesca.

NEW STUDY

World Bank: 40% of households in Argentina lost income during pandemic

30-11-2021 21:56 According to the World Bank, "food insecurity" almost doubled in Latin America and the Caribbean during the pandemic, with almost 40% of homes in Argentina hit by a drop in earnings.

FINANCIAL TURBULENCE

Central Bank reserves at the limit as rumours swirl around Argentina

30-11-2021 21:40 Ecolatina consultancy firm forecasts that Central Bank reserves could end the year lower than in December 2020. Concerns remain about the level of money available to the BCRA, but economists rule out a potential 'corralito.'

by Brenda Funes

ARGENTINE SUPERSTAR

Messi's enduring brilliance rewarded with another Ballon d'Or

30-11-2021 16:10 Some might question whether the Argentine superstar really deserved to win his latest Ballon d'Or prize ahead of other worthy candidates, but he has been rewarded for continuing to be so good for so long.

FRENTE DE TODOS

Cristina sets stage for IMF talks – with a message to the opposition and a memo for Alberto

30-11-2021 16:06 Argentina's vice-president breaks her silence, asking the opposition to accompany negotiations with the International Monetary Fund.

by Rosario Ayerdi

International football

Ex-Argentina, Colombia coach José Pekerman handed Venezuela job

30-11-2021 15:42 Veteran Argentine coach José Pekerman was appointed Tuesday to take over the Venezuela national team, tasked with leading them to the 2026 World Cup.

FOOTBALL

Messi wins Ballon d'Or for seventh time as Putellas crowned women's winner

30-11-2021 08:59 Lionel Messi saw off much-fancied rivals like Robert Lewandowski and Karim Benzema to win his seventh Ballon d'Or after a turbulent yet glorious year that saw him leave Barcelona and claim the Copa América with Argentina.

Courts

Argentina's justice system to probe Myanmar war crimes claims

30-11-2021 08:54 Argentina's justice system will investigate allegations of war crimes committed by the Myanmar military against that country's Rohingya minority under a court ruling upholding the principles of universal jurisdiction.

Bloomberg

La Niña is set to deliver drought to Argentina's soybean crop

29-11-2021 20:50 La Niña is set to wreak havoc during Argentina’s upcoming summer, when soybean and corn plants will be growing across the Pampas farm belt.

Coronavirus pandemic

Argentina introduces mandatory 10-day quarantine for arrivals from Africa

29-11-2021 13:08 As fears over spread of new Omicron Covid-19 variant sweep globe, Argentina's government announces all arrivals from Africa must undergo a 10-day period of mandatory isolation.

ARGENTINE PONTIFF

Pope appoints Martín Guzmán to Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences

28-11-2021 10:28 In the midst of negotiations for to reach a new agreement with the IMF, Pope Francis names Argentina's Economy Minister Martín Guzmán to the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences.

IMF DEBT TALKS

'It’s not Cristina': Argentina’s VP breaks silence, pushes IMF decision to Congress

28-11-2021 08:28 Vice-president breaks her silence on a deal between Argentina and the International Monetary Fund, saying the approval will be the responsibility of the entire Congress and that a deal is not her responsibility.

post-election politics

Check yo’ self before you wreck yo’ self

26-11-2021 23:13 With the election behind us, time for a deal with the IMF is running out. Argentina must make an interest payment in December and faces a tough payment calendar in the first quarter of 2022 that it is unable to face.

by Agustino Fontevecchia

FOOTBALL IN ARGENTINA

Relentless River clinch title, ending seven-year drought

26-11-2021 23:10 What at one point appeared to be a tense race to the finish for River eventually turned out to be a procession. Celebrations at a packed Monumental were echoed in Tigre, who secure return to the top flight.

by Dan Edwards

THE WEEK IN REVIEW

What we learned this week: November 20 to 27

26-11-2021 22:57 A selection of stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.

As I see it

When the centre cannot hold

26-11-2021 22:52 The old order is in deep trouble. In its way, it has been far too successful, but it has also raised expectations so much that few are able to reach what they think are reasonable goals.

by James Neilson

JUNTOS POR EL CAMBIO

Rodríguez Larreta’s long and winding road to 2023

26-11-2021 22:46 City mayor wishes to avoid entering into any arguments over the presidential race for now – there is still a long time to go and he prefers avoiding the wear and tear.

by Rodis Recalt

FINANCIAL TURBULENCE

Government: New restrictions to protect reserves are ‘temporary’

26-11-2021 22:41 Presidential Spokesperson Gabriela Cerruti slams opposition "fear-mongering" following introduction of new Central Bank rules on credit card purchases.

Coronavirus pandemic

Argentina tightens Covid rules amid fears over new variant

26-11-2021 20:04 Government introduces new Covid rules, including the implementation of a health pass to attend activities in closed spaces, amid growing concerns over a new coronavirus variant identified in South Africa.

ECONOMIC INDICATORS

Tech firms lead job recovery amid company exodus

26-11-2021 15:01 Argentina's tech sector is a bright spot that is creating jobs even as many companies are closing in a hostile business environment.

EXCHANGE CONTROLS

Argentina tightens exchange controls to curb outflows of dollars

26-11-2021 03:06 Argentina’s Central Bank publishes two new measures intended to curb access to hard currency amid expectations for a devaluation.

NO EXTENSION

Government won't extend ban on lay-offs into next year

26-11-2021 01:37 Government will not extend double severance rule and ban on dismissals beyond end of year, says Labour Minister Claudio Moroni.

AGRICULTURE & ENVIRONMENT

Livestock farming seeks a more sustainable horizon

26-11-2021 01:08 The sector has some of the highest greenhouse gas emissions in Argentina, but wants to reduce its impact by boosting productivity and traceability.

by via Diálogo Chino

DEATH OF DIEGO MARADONA

World remembers Diego Maradona on first anniversary of his death

25-11-2021 21:52 Commemorative events take place across Argentina and the rest of the world, as supporters mark the first anniversary of Diego’s passing.

BLOOMBERG

Argentina’s dollar bonds slip to eight-month low on wait for economic plan

25-11-2021 15:23 Argentina's dollar bonds trade at an eight-month low. Slide comes just days after investors cheered outcome of midterm elections.

BLOOMBERG

Dollar-strapped Argentina eyes help from record grain exports

24-11-2021 17:17 Argentina's bumper wheat and barley crops and high prices are on track to give the government some breathing room with the peso.

ECONOMIC INDICATORS

Economy beats forecast despite political woes

23-11-2021 19:03 Argentina’s economy expanded more than expected in September as tourism, manufacturing and construction picked up.

CRIME & SECURITY

Gang attacks offices of Clarín newspaper with molotov cocktails

23-11-2021 16:07 Political leaders, press groups condemn attack on offices of Clarín newspaper in Barracas. At least nine homemade incendiary devices were thrown at building’s entrance by attackers.

BLOOMBERG

Inflation is raging everywhere, but it’s worst in Latin America

23-11-2021 13:57 Inflation shocks are spreading pain around the world, but nowhere is it as bad as Latin America.

MARADONA ALLEGATIONS

Cuban woman alleges Maradona abused and raped her

23-11-2021 10:17 Mavys Álvarez Rego, a 37-year-old Cuban woman who had an affair with Diego Maradona as a minor 20 years ago, accuses late footballer and his entourage of violence and abuse, including rape and holding her against her will.

DIPLOMATIC OUTRAGE

Argentina's envoy to Chile slams 'xenophobic' Kast, sparking anger in Santiago

22-11-2021 17:24 Rafael Bielsa slams “xenophobic” far-right Chilean presidential hopeful José Antonio Kast; Santiago condemns “inappropriate’ remarks.

ELECTIONS 2021: ANALYSIS

Left’s great election provides support for the battles to come

20-11-2021 12:13 We know that we’re living in hard times for the working-class majorities who expressed their social discontent at the ballot box.

by Nicolás del Caño, via Noticias Argentinas

News of argentina

2001 to 2021: Ticking time bomb

Autopsy report raises further questions about Lucas González’s death

Names in the frame circulate as Supreme Court deadline passes

Travel curbs reimposed across globe over Omicron fears

What we learned this week: November 27 to December 4

The lady’s not for burning

Does corruption matter?

Even in the twilight of his career, Messi remains the man to beat

Upcoming IMF report assessing 2018 loan promises to stir up local politics

Guzmán tells CGT he won’t sign ‘austerity agreement’ with IMF

Villa Dálmine lets 16 players go as spotlight falls on play-off defeat

Argentine warrants more than double after ruling favours Aurelius

Argentine officials travel to Washington for IMF talks

Miguel Pesce: FX adjustment not included in IMF talks

Argentina pitches its weak currency to attract digital nomads

Argentine officials to meet IMF in Washington over record deal

Rape trial against actor Juan Darthés begins in Brazil

Authorities in Argentina order isolation of cruise ship amid Omicron fears

Argentina will make US$1.8-billion payment to IMF this month

World Bank: 40% of households in Argentina lost income during pandemic

Central Bank reserves at the limit as rumours swirl around Argentina

Messi's enduring brilliance rewarded with another Ballon d'Or

Cristina sets stage for IMF talks – with a message to the opposition and a memo for Alberto

Ex-Argentina, Colombia coach José Pekerman handed Venezuela job

Messi wins Ballon d'Or for seventh time as Putellas crowned women's winner

Argentina's justice system to probe Myanmar war crimes claims

La Niña is set to deliver drought to Argentina's soybean crop

Argentina introduces mandatory 10-day quarantine for arrivals from Africa

Pope appoints Martín Guzmán to Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences

'It’s not Cristina': Argentina’s VP breaks silence, pushes IMF decision to Congress

Check yo’ self before you wreck yo’ self

Relentless River clinch title, ending seven-year drought

What we learned this week: November 20 to 27

When the centre cannot hold

Rodríguez Larreta’s long and winding road to 2023

Government: New restrictions to protect reserves are ‘temporary’

Argentina tightens Covid rules amid fears over new variant

Tech firms lead job recovery amid company exodus

Argentina tightens exchange controls to curb outflows of dollars

Government won't extend ban on lay-offs into next year

Livestock farming seeks a more sustainable horizon

World remembers Diego Maradona on first anniversary of his death

Argentina’s dollar bonds slip to eight-month low on wait for economic plan

Dollar-strapped Argentina eyes help from record grain exports

Economy beats forecast despite political woes

Gang attacks offices of Clarín newspaper with molotov cocktails

Inflation is raging everywhere, but it’s worst in Latin America

Cuban woman alleges Maradona abused and raped her

Argentina's envoy to Chile slams 'xenophobic' Kast, sparking anger in Santiago

Left’s great election provides support for the battles to come

Argentina pitches its weak currency to attract digital nomads

Oscar winner Armando Bó to direct film based on ex-Herald editor Robert Cox

Travel curbs reimposed across globe over Omicron fears

Authorities in Argentina order isolation of cruise ship amid Omicron fears

Argentina vows no austerity as talks with IMF ramp up

Duro golpe para Lousteau y Yacobitti: perdieron el comité nacional de la Juventud Radical

El discurso de Victoria Donda en la ONU tuvo escasos asistentes, pero fue tendencia en redes

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Femicidio de Nancy Videla: qué se sabe hasta el momento del terrible suceso