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Milei assets – President declares over 200 million pesos, sister sees 221% increase

President Javier Milei has a property and two vehicles but did not register significant increase in assets; National government salary explains difference between first and second statements from Karina.

Argentine peso posts worst month since Milei’s 2023 devaluation

Peso tanked by more than 12% in July – worst monthly decline since Milei devalued it in December 2023.

US judge orders Argentina’s economy minister to turn over YPF texts

US District Judge Loretta Preska says plaintiffs backed by litigation funding firm Burford Capital are entitled to see messages from Economy Minister Luis Caputo and several former officials.

Milei receives Trump’s homeland security czar for visa waiver programme agreement

Initiative had been implemented during Carlos Menem Presidency and suspended after the 2001-2002 crisis; Deal will permit the exchange of intelligence information and immigration controls.

Huge quake off Russia sparks Pacific tsunamis

Waves have been reported in different Pacific nations.

Lower export duties: the government seeks farm dollars to tame the rising greenback

The export duties are being applied tensions pushing up the exchange rate in recent weeks. The hard currency which the farm export could provide.

Jorge Macri orders sanctions over rubbish removal

The Buenos Aires mayor has instructed the Security Ministry and City Police for sanctions in force to apply.

Milei vetoes pension increases in bid for fiscal balance

President Javier Milei vetoes a law approved by Congress to increase pensions for the elderly and the disabled.

Relatives of deceased patients in Argentina due to allegedly contaminated fentanyl claim justice

Contaminated vials are being investigated by authorities.

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Cúneo Libarona, Tim Ballard and the freak show

One of the connective threads behind the multiple scandals faced by Milei and his top officials is CPAC, the conservative think tank that counts with the Argentine President and Donald Trump as some of its highest- profile members.

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Elites under pressure in a changing world

In North America and much of Europe, governments have long come under fire because an increasing number of people feel they are falling behind and it seems more than probable that many more will do so in the next few years.

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Milei at a crossroads: between isolation and the art of the deal

The first decision is whether to seek alliances with provincial governors, who in broad terms agree with his economic programme, or fly solo.

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The future Senate – Victoria’s secret?

In more than one province there is potential for polarisation and the traditional two-party system to be replaced by two competitive non-Peronist options leaving Kirchnerism out in the cold along the lines of the 2013 City race.

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Patrick Star and 'Drag Queen' crab: underwater robot live stream captivates Argentines

Hundreds of thousands of people have been are obsessed with a YouTube broadcast of a robot showing animals never before seen in the South Atlantic.

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IMF relaxes Argentina’s reserves target by US$5 billion in 2025

IMF offers President Javier Milei's government breathing room on a key benchmark target, making it easier for the country to continue with its US$20-billion funding programme.

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Argentina’s kids in food crisis: Third of children suffering serious hardships

Data tracked between 2010 and 2024 shows growing food insecurity among Argentine youngsters; UCA report says it remains serious structural problem, with nearly a third suffering from lack of regular access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food.

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Driving and deliveries: Plan B for Argentina’s professionals and pensioners

Transport and delivery platforms, linked to informal employment and not requiring a university education, are today drawing increasingly diverse profiles.

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IMF approves disbursement of US$2 billion for Argentina

IMF executive board approves first review of loan granted in April to Argentina, enabling disbursement of some US$2 billion.