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President Milei slams ‘cancer’ of ‘wokeism’ in Davos speech

Argentina’s President uses second address to World Economic Forum to slam his critics and “the mental virus of the woke ideology,” saying it has “colonised the most important institutions in the world.”

Dollar, IMF, tariffs – how Trump’s measures will impact Argentina

US President’s protectionist policies clash with the free-market creed of President Javier Milei’s government. Argentina’s quest for support with the IMF, the negative effects of the "super dollar" and uncertainty as to the commercial dynamics.

WHO, Paris climate accords, Mercosur – Milei mulls multilateral retreat

Argentina is considering withdrawing from the World Health Organisation, Paris climate accords and Mercosur bloc, according to reports.

Tech giants skip Brazil disinformation hearing

Meta scraps its independent fact-checking program in the US, igniting fears about the spread of hate speech and disinformation in Brazil.

Uruguay alert shows potentially toxic cyanobacteria

A large algae bloom at the Río Negro Basin in Uruguay could impact the country's agricultural sector.

Caputo flies back to Argentina for talks with IMF team

IMF Managing Director Georgieva meets President Javier Milei in Washington, highlights "tremendous progress" of Argentina’s economy. Technical team already in Buenos Aires, but Economy Minister Luis Caputo plays down talk of rapid removal of currency controls.

Shale spurs Argentina’s largest energy trade surplus since 2006

Argentina scored its widest annual energy trade surplus in nearly two decades in 2024 thanks to booming oil and gas production.

Watchdog takes Milei government to court over medicine for sick children

State watchdog for children files court injunction to force Argentina’s government to provide missing medication for sick youngsters, including some undergoing cancer treatment.

Argentina's economy grew more than expected in November

Economic activity rose 0.9% from October, according to INDEC data.

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Argentina's record points scorer Nicolás Sánchez retires from rugby

Nicolás Sánchez leaves behind record-breaking legacy of 902 points scored across 104 tests for the Pumas.

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Trump on Latin America: 'We don’t need them – they need us'

US president's remarks indicate his forthright approach to future policy; Trump insists he will regain control of Panama Canal, sends troops to Mexican border, but Marco Rubio’s eye will remain on wider region.

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Milei praises Trump at Davos, but seeks deeper ties with China

President indicates he has shifted stance on China, describing the nation as a "great trade partner," and showers praise on US President Donald Trump.

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Milei would leave Mercosur trade bloc if needed for US-Argentina deal

President Javier Milei says he would leave Mercosur if necessary to cement a free-trade agreement with the United States.

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Panama complains to UN over Trump canal threat, starts audit

Panama rejected President Donald Trump's pledge that the United States would be "taking back" the Panama Canal, saying the key interoceanic waterway would remain under its control.

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World champions and big names sign up for adventure in Argentina’s top flight

New footballing season set to kick off with 30 teams battling it out for glory.

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Mothers of dead Córdoba newborns learnt of suspicions via press

Testimony during first two weeks of court proceedings reveals that mothers of newborns allegedly killed by nurse at Córdoba hospital first found out about suspicions via the media.

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Partner demands release of Argentine held for 'terrorism' in Venezuela

The partner of an Argentine security officer, jailed in Venezuela more than a month ago for "terrorism," demands his immediate release.

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Pope slams 'chauvinistic mentality' of Catholic Church, promotes Vatican nun

Argentine pontiff says he agrees there are not enough nuns in roles of responsibility and that Church must overcome "clerical and chauvinistic mentality."

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Syria military hospital tortured detainees, did not treat them

The fall of the Assad family's five-decade rule in December 2024 leaves behind a legacy of abuse at detention facilities in Syria.

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‘The truth continues to come to light’ – Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo find another grandchild

Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo celebrate the discovery of “139th grandchild,” continuing their long quest to reunite families broken up by the murderous military dictatorship’s abduction scheme. “The truth about the crimes “continues to come to light,” says Estela de Carlotto.

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Milei back in Davos as shock therapy scores win against inflation

Argentina's president has achieved what few considered possible just a year ago. Will he be able to overcome even bigger challenges in 2025?

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Milei meets new US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at black-tie gala

President Javier Milei meets Marco Rubio at a black-tie gala following Donald Trump's inauguration.

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Peru journalist killed, prosecutor's office bombed in suspected gang attacks

The owner and director of a regional TV channel in southern Peru was killed by hitmen after reporting on racketeering by gangs.

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WHO 'regrets' Trump decision to pull US from organisation

Trump directs US withdrawal from the World Health Organization, triggering "significant restructuring" in the organisation's future.

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EU to set up one-billion-euro 'reserve' for farmers hit by Mercosur deal

European Union vows to create one-billion-euro "reserve" for farmers negatively impacted by Mercosur trade deal.

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Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo announce discovery of 'grandchild number 139'

Human rights group announces press conference at the Casa de la Identidad to reveal details of latest discovery.

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Trump leaves Paris climate agreement, doubles down on fossil fuels

Trump withdraws from the Paris climate accord for a second time, a defiant rejection of global efforts to combat warming as weather events intensify worldwide.

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Trump retakes reins of United States with flurry of executive orders

Donald Trump signed a blizzard of divisive presidential orders as he was sworn in for a historic second Monday, pardoning supporters who violently attacked the US Capitol and clamping down on immigration as he vowed a new "golden age" for America.

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IMF to send team to Argentina after ‘excellent’ Milei meeting

IMF Managing Director Georgieva meets President Javier Milei in Washington and highlights "tremendous progress" of Argentina’s economy. An IMF team will travel to Buenos Aires next week to accelerate talks over a new programme.

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Argentina recorded record trade surplus in 2024

Argentia recorded its biggest-ever trade surplus in 2024 – partly due to a drop in imports caused by recession.

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Rainfall falters for Argentina’s baked soybean and corn farms

Rains that were forecast to fall on farmland over the weekend largely failed to materialise, leaving the region continuing to suffer from dryness.

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Colombia troops try to contain guerrilla violence that has killed 100

A fresh outbreak of guerrilla violence amid a faltering peace process in Colombia has left 100 people dead and thousands displaced.

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Trump pledges 'golden age' on being sworn in as US president

US President Donald Trump promises the deportation of millions and makes territorial threats to Panama in his inaugural address.

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Triumphant Trump set for return to power

Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States, vowing mass migrant deportation and retribution against his opponents.

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Milei government remembers Nisman, describes death as ‘murder’

President’s Office reaffirmed its “commitment to seek justice for the victims of AMIA” bombing in statement marking 10th anniversary of late prosecutor Alberto Nisman’s death.

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Milei touts 'promises kept' after producing rare budget surplus

Economy Minister Luis Caputo confirms Argentina's budget surplus, which amounted to 0.3% of GDP, was the first since 2010.

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Latin America ducks and covers for Trump – except Milei

With expected good access to the new White House, it will be up to Milei and his team to distinguish personal ideology from national interest and act accordingly.

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Milei's Marxist culture wars

The rise of characters such as Donald Trump in the US, and Milei here in Argentina, is directly tied to their level of political incorrectness and they’ve become equally savage in pushing culturally as far as they can in the other direction.

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Milei administration renews push for 'Ficha Limpia' anti-graft bill

President Javier Milei sends so-called 'Clean Record' bill to Congress; If passed, the bill would block former president Cristina Fernández de Kirchner from seeking office in 2025 midterms.

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Trump and Milei: An ideological match, but can they work together?

The ideological romance between the presidents of Argentina and the United States has already matured. But will it ripen?

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Peña says Paraguay thrilled to be on Trump’s radar

Paraguay President Santiago Peña says as his nation stands to become more relevant in the next US administration.

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The 86th victim

Ten years later, Argentine society is still owed an explanation of a bafflingly mysterious death.

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‘La Escuelita’: Where hope goes to school

At Barrio Padre Mugica in Retiro, Buenos Aires, food training is serving as a tool of social transformation. Chef Germán Sitz (Niño Gordo) and mixologist Sebastián Atienza (Tres Monos) have created ‘La Escuelita,’ a space where youngsters in low-income neighbourhoods can learn the basics of ingredients, cooking, cocktails and wine.

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Brave new world or tempest?

Slaying the inflationary dragon is both the cornerstone of Milei’s economic policy and the key to electoral success, but the sequence between lower inflation and electoral triumph is not so linear.

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The battle of the sexes is far from over

Trump and the people who surround him evidently believe that the time has come to roll back some of the gains chalked up by women.

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IMF projects strong economic growth for Milei's Argentina in 2025

International Monetary Fund estimates that Argentina’s economy contracted by 2.8% last year, but projects five percent growth in the coming two years.

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Argentina takes steps to dollarise and holds key rate

Argentina’s Central Bank said payment intermediaries will have to enable debit card transactions in US currency by February 28, marking a key step in President Javier Milei’s pledge to dollarise the economy.

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Milei’s budget cuts nets Argentina first surplus in over a decade

President Javier Milei made good on his promise to deliver a fiscal surplus in his first year, achieving a feat not seen in over a decade in Argentina’s deficit-prone economy.

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Fate of two child hostages grips Israel after Gaza deal

Kfir Bibas, the youngest hostage held captive by Hamas, could be released during the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal. Israeli's hope he returns alive.

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Stories that caught our eye: January 10 to 17

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

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Summer football has forsaken its spiritual home

(Disclaimer: The following column is full of unabated nostalgia and old-man-yells-at-cloud aimless ranting. When asked for an explanation, the author professed that it is very hot in Buenos Aires right now and that has him in a foul mood. For actual up-to-date information, please consult elsewhere in today's newspaper)