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The Milei siblings are losing soldiers, fast

If Argentina’s football team has a decent showing in the World Cup, inflation continues to come down and the economy begins to grow, then Javier and Toto can hope to come out the other end and look to consolidate their political project for the second half of 2026.

Donald Trump and his Ukrainian bête noire

Hard as it is for Trump to stomach, Zelenskyy has greatly distinguished himself as a war leader. As for Trump, unless he is very lucky, he could find his name permanently attached to a deal with the Iranians that will bring to mind Neville Chamberlain.

Artificial Intelligence and natural stupidity

Capitulation to robots is always going to be a hard sell.

It’s a small World (Cup) II: The geopolitics of football

No host nation has won in this century, while there were no less than six home triumphs in the 16 tournaments of the previous century. The so-called World Cup is a Euro-American monopoly – will a new champion emerge from the record 48 competitors?

Pressure mounts on Milei's Cabinet chief Adorni after cash stash admission

Lawmakers from opposition Coalición Cívica party file criminal complaint against Adorni for alleged "false statements," while sectors allied to the government called on Milei to withdraw his support for the official.

All eyes on Messi – but don’t forget the supporting cast

Argentina can hurt opponents from anywhere on the pitch. There are plenty of candidates to become Messi’s latest World Cup partner-in-crime.

Miguel Ángel Pichetto: ‘Peronism is a national movement, first and foremost, lying in the centre’

Veteran Peronist and national deputy analyses the social impact of austerity and anticipates strong polarisation between President Javier Milei’s administration and a Peronism united under a model of "productive capitalism" in next year’s election.

Salta honours legacy of physician and scientist Dr. Joseph Redhead

Tribute to Dr Joseph Redhead, physician to Güemes and Belgrano whose pioneering scientific work helped shape the region's history, at the Museo de la Gesta Güemesiana.

Thiago Almada stakes his claim for starting spot for Argentina

Creative midfielder Thiago Almada has struggled for regular minutes at his club side Atlético Madrid, but now he's eyeing a starting slot for Argentina in their World Cup opener.

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Candidates await result with Peru's presidential count on knife edge

Boosted by votes from overseas, Keiko Fujimori leads Roberto Sánchez by just over 900 votes in Peru's presidential run-off, with more than 18 million votes counted so far.

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Broadcaster Enrique Macaya Márquez heads to his 18th World Cup at age 91

Veteran Argentine broadcaster will extend a record that stretches back to Sweden 1958, linking football's black-and-white era with the modern global game.

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Stories that caught our eye: June 5 to 12

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

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UK, Finland embassies speak up for freedom of press

UK Ambassador to Argentina David Cairns and Finland's Ambassador to Argentina Nicola Lindertz celebrate Journalists' Day and speak up in defence of "a free, independent and pluralistic press."

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No hantavirus found in Mendoza Province after tests, says Health Ministry

Hantavirus probe in western Mendoza Province did not find any virus-carrying rodents, announces Argentina's Health Ministry.

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Arruabarrena set to return to Boca Juniors after talks with Riquelme

Former coach says he is 'excited' by prospect of a second spell at La Bombonera, a decade after leading the club to a league-and-cup double.

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Argentina calls up Marcos Senesi for World Cup after Balerdi injury

Marcos Senesi has been added to the squad as a replacement for Leonardo Balerdi, who has been ruled out of the tournament with a muscle injury.

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Argentina bonds jump, 2035s hit record high on S&P upgrade

S&P Global upgraded Argentina’s sovereign credit rating after markets closed Wednesday, citing positive fiscal results and other measures taken by Javier Milei’s administration.

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Milei's Cabinet Chief Adorni admits to tax fraud in bid to turn page on scandal

Manuel Adorni admits he failed to declare half a million dollars in previous sworn affidavits outlining wealth and assets; President Javier Milei’s Cabinet chief says he concealed wealth and saved “off the books like everyone else” before election to office.

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On Argentina’s side of the Andes, Beijing builds a city for 5,000 miners

Lundin Mining-BHP copper mining project in San Juan Province is moving ahead with unprecedented infrastructure work, but the construction of a modular complex in the Andes for thousands of workers has put national industries on alert.

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Inflation slowed to monthly 2.1% in May, reports INDEC

Second consecutive monthly slowdown; Consumer price hikes slowed by half a point compared to April; Inflation in first five months of year totals 14.7%.

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Angry reaction to Adorni’s admission that he concealed half-million dollars

Cabinet chief's admission that he omitted US$500,000 from his public asset and wealth declarations sparks controversy and criticism.

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Argentina inflation slows to eight-month low in win for Milei

Inflation slows to lowest level since September following a surge in March due to the Iran war-related energy shock.

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FIFA boss Gianni Infantino tries to sidestep World Cup controversies

Under-fire FIFA boss defends tenure as globe’s favourite football tournament kicks off with highest-ever World Cup ticket prices; Infantino plays down Trump tensions after ejection of Somali referee, avoids giving answers at press conference.

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The World Cup effect: Football and politics in Argentina

From dictatorship to democracy, World Cups have repeatedly coincided with some of Argentina's most consequential political and economic decisions.

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Dominant Mexico defeat South Africa 2-0 in World Cup opener

Dozens of protesters clash with police outside Estadio Azteca; Mexico see off South Africa in bad-tempered opener that saw three red cards.

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World Bank warns of slower growth across Latin America

Argentina’s economy to grow 3.6% over the 2026–28 period, “driven by exports, but constrained by restrictive domestic monetary and fiscal policies,” forecasts World Bank.

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Argentine peso drops most over eight weeks since midterm sell-off

Decline in the peso is gaining momentum as investors grow more risk averse and policymakers in Buenos Aires loosen their grip.

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Caputo cheers as S&P upgrades Argentina's debt rating to ‘B-’

Ratings agency cites lower inflation, fiscal surplus and improved access to financing, while warning that external debt and market volatility remain key risks.

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Messi scores on return from injury as Argentina beat Iceland in World Cup warm-up

With Lionel Messi back from injury to score his 117th international goal, Argentina beat Iceland 3-0 on Tuesday in their final friendly ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

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Trump says will attend World Cup matches as kick off nears

World Cup kick off dogged by off-field distractions ranging from sky-high ticket prices to an immigration crackdown that has seen fans, team officials and a top Somali referee barred from entering the United States.

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Supporters, Peronist lawmakers renew calls for Cristina Fernández de Kirchner's release

Supporters gather outside Cristina Fernández de Kirchner's Buenos Aires home as allies denounce her conviction and call for ex-president's release.

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Lionel Messi plushies see roaring trade as China firms get World Cup 2026 boost

Sellers in China are betting on the country's lucrative fan market for a big World Cup boost.

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Albiceleste set up camp in Kansas, buoyed by Messi's return

Boost for Albiceleste as Lionel Messi nears full fitness, but Julián Álvarez is in a race against time to be fit for Argentina's World Cup opener.

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Another decline for industrial output and construction activity in April

Construction fell 4% and manufacturing 2.1% from March, while most industrial sectors recorded year-on-year declines.

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Chevron among drillers to feed Argentina shale NGL venture

Chevron will partner with state-run YPF and private energy firm Pluspetrol to sign contracts to supply a natural gas liquids project.

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Argentina’s Impsa in talks to resume turbine work in Venezuela

Impsa SA is in talks with the Venezuelan government to restart manufacturing and repairs on turbines for Guri dam complex.

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Prosecutor seeks questioning of 10 in ARSAT graft probe

Federal prosecutors seek questioning of 10 former ARSAT officials and private-sector executives as part of an expanding investigation into alleged corruption, bribery and fraud involving Argentine state telecommunications company.

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Milei defends unregulated AI push after warning from historian Yuval Noah Harari

Israeli historian Yuval Noah Harari takes issue with President Milei's proposal to grant legal personhood to corporations operated by AI, writing it could be dangerous.

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UNICEF says child poverty in Argentina fell to 42.3% in 2025

Child poverty dropped its lowest level since 2018, according to UNICEF data, though NGO warns levels may have risen in first half of 2026.

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Trump looms large over Brazil's presidential election

Given Trump's track record of throwing his weight behind his Latin American allies, a similar intervention in Brazil appears likely.

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World Cup nears kick off after pre-tournament turbulence

The World Cup kicks off on Thursday with FIFA betting that the enduring appeal of the greatest footballing show on earth can overcome geopolitical tensions and ticket price fury.

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Bolivian President Paz says 'narco-terrorists' behind crippling protests

Protestors are demanding that US-backed President Rodrigo Paz's fledgling government tackle a deep economic crisis, others are demanding he step down.

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Maradona trial: Daughter says medical team failed to take responsibility

Dalma Maradona, the eldest of Diego Maradona's daughters, gives evidence to trial investigating late footballer's death; "There isn't a day that I don't miss him," she tells the court.

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Real Madrid bids 150 million euros for Atlético Madrid's Julián Álvarez

Real Madrid says Atlético Madrid had rejected the club's offer of 150 million euros for Argentine forward Julián Álvarez.

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A woman in charge of the United Nations? Candidates feel it's about time

Female challengers to be the next UN secretary-general outline why they think a woman should be next to lead the multilateral organisation.

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Witness in 'Cuadernos' graft trial says Báez was Kirchner's 'trusted custodian'

Financier turned whistleblower Leonardo Fariña tells court jailed businessman Lázaro Báez was close to Néstor Kirchner and benefited from an alleged public works corruption network.

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Estimated one million people bid a final farewell to ‘Indio’ Solari

Tens of thousands of people formed queues stretching more than seven kilometres to bid farewell to legendary rocker Indio Solari.

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Tate Modern exhibition pays tribute to Julio Le Parc, shortly after death

London's Tate Modern set to open doors on new exhibition dedicated to Argentine artist Julio Le Parc, who died last month at the age of 97.

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US-China rivalry is laid bare by a contract to deepen an Argentine river

A government tender in Argentina underscored tensions between Washington and Beijing in Latin America as President Javier Milei’s administration awarded a 25-year contract to upgrade a key trade artery to a venture with a history of ties to China.

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Beyond Catholic Argentina: the nation’s new religious landscape

Catholicism remains the largest religion, but rising secularism, generational change and growing diversity are reshaping how Argentines believe.

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Argentina stroll to pre-World Cup win over Honduras

Argentina cruise to 2-0 friendly victory over Honduras in Texas; Marseille central defender Leonardo Balerdi has been ruled out of the World Cup with a calf injury.