Political insider What Manuel Adorni is covering up Yesterday 14:07 Cabinet Chief’s never-ending scandal is source of growing unease within President Javier Milei's government. by Javier Calvo
FOOTBALL IN ARGENTINA Apertura play-offs arrive – and anything could happen Yesterday 13:35 One thing we learned last year is that the knockout phase has no respect for what clubs did earlier… by Dan Edwards
PRESIDENT IN UNITED STATES Milei to investors: ‘American dream is being reborn in US and Argentina’ Yesterday 00:45 President tells Milken Institute conference the "American dream" is being reborn under his government and to "bet on Argentina."
GUEST COLUMN Argentina’s zero tolerance turn and the limits of libertarianism Yesterday 00:33 When Javier Milei came to power, his political appeal rested on a simple but powerful idea: that Argentina’s crisis was, above all, the result of an overgrown state. Yet the trajectory of his security policy points in a different direction. by Guadalupe Correa-Cabrera
BILLIONAIRE BOSS STEPS DOWN Paolo Rocca steps down as Tenaris chief after tensions with Milei 06-05-2026 23:16 Tenaris confirms that veteran Italo-Argentine billionaire will be replaced by Gabriel Podskubka, the current chief operating officer (COO), at helm; Rocca to remain chairman, move comes after tensions with President Milei.
US-ARGENTINA RELATIONS Trump gives Milei another boost, ups Argentina’s IP rating 06-05-2026 22:53 United States government improves Argentina’s ratings for the protection of and respect for intellectual property rights for first time in three decades.
ECONOMIC OUTLOOK Milei government sees financial reasons to be cheerful 06-05-2026 22:45 President Javier Milei’s economic team sees a change in trend with external traction and lower interest rates. Experts and analysts speculate about sustainability of the model, income shock and Central Bank’s theory about a crisis of arrears. by Eugenia Muzio
BUSINESS & INDUSTRY Billionaire Rocca steps down as Tenaris CEO after 24 years 06-05-2026 22:30 Argentine-Italian billionaire steps down as CEO of steel-pipe maker Tenaris SA, but will remain as chairman.
HEALTH Health Ministry says experts will travel to Ushuaia to test rodents for hantavirus 06-05-2026 18:35 Argentina to send experts to Ushuaia to investigate possible hantavirus in rodents in wake of cruise ship tragedy.
ART Pablo Temes paints scenes of silent poetry at 30th exhibition 06-05-2026 17:53 Pablo Temes’ latest exhibition captures solitude, alienation and fleeting beauty from Barracas to Manhattan.
HEALTH & SOCIETY No hantavirus outbreak in Argentina, only isolated cases, says expert 06-05-2026 17:17 Argentina's Health Ministry recorded 42 cases of hantavirus this year, and 101 this epidemiological year, but the risks of an outbreak are extremely rare.
Agricultural exports Argentina fights to save huge soy exports after Dutch rejections 06-05-2026 16:11 Recent rejections of Argentine soy meal cargoes by the Netherlands creates complications; Testing detected drought-resistant HB4 strain, which lacks authorisation in EU.
MARKETS & BONDS Argentine dollar bonds jump as Fitch upgrade revives demand 06-05-2026 15:57 Dollar bonds rallied Wednesday after Fitch Ratings upgraded the country’s credit score to its highest level since 2019.
MARADONA DEATH TRIAL Autopsy doctor says Diego Maradona’s heart had signs of ‘prolonged agony’ 06-05-2026 10:12 One of the doctors involved in late star's autopsy tells trial that late football legend’s heart showed signs of "prolonged" agony.
Conviction upheld Brazil court upholds actor Darthés conviction in Fardín rape case 06-05-2026 09:58 Ruling says sexual violence proven, case cannot be reopened; Semi-open regime confirmed as appeals dismissed.
COACH ON FUTURE Simeone, Atlético Madrid at crossroads after Champions League knock-out 06-05-2026 09:26 Champions League elimination renews speculation over the future of Atlético Madrid's Argentine coach.
RATINGS AGENCY Argentina upgraded by Fitch on Milei’s economic overhaul 05-05-2026 21:33 Nation raised to 'B-' from 'CCC+' – six notches below investment grade, ratings firm said in a statement.
RATINGS AGENCY Boost for Milei as Fitch lifts Argentina's credit rating to B- 05-05-2026 20:52 Fitch raises Argentina's credit rating one notch, citing the country's improved fiscal picture and its progress on economic reforms.
CRUISE SHIP DRAMA Expert: ‘Unlikely’ cruise ship hantavirus outbreak originated in Ushuaia 05-05-2026 15:52 A health expert in southern Tierra del Fuego Province says it’s “unlikely” that the deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship originated in Ushuaia, from where the vessel departed.
Cruise ship tragedy Race to find port for cruise ship battling deadly rodent virus 05-05-2026 12:39 So far, two hantavirus cases have been confirmed – including in one of the fatalities – with five further suspected cases among the 147 passengers and crew.
FURTHER REVELATIONS Contractor testimony fuels illicit enrichment case against Adorni 05-05-2026 09:27 Cabinet chief faces arrest call as contractor alleges US$245,000 cash payment for redevelopment; Contractor hands over phone as court probes alleged interference and unexplained wealth.
MILITARY & DEFENCE Argentina to use revenue from privatisations to 'modernise' Armed Forces 04-05-2026 20:38 Ten percent of revenue from selling state assets and firms will be dedicated to "re-equipping and modernising the Armed Forces," announces government.
TRIPLE MURDER Peru extradites key suspect in triple murder case to Argentina 04-05-2026 18:29 Suspect accused of orchestrating drug-linked killings to face court as families protest for justice.
PRESS FREEDOM Adorni denies censorship after Casa Rosada curbs on press access 04-05-2026 17:48 President Javier Milei’s government restores access to Casa Rosada for reporters after an alleged espionage row but imposes new rules tightening access to areas of government house.
FINANCE & BANKING Argentines keep cash under mattresses even as Milei pushes bank accounts 04-05-2026 14:44 Officials estimate roughly US$170 billion sits outside banks. Unlocking even a fraction of that by putting it to work in the formal financial system could help revive Argentina's economy.
CRUISE SHIP DISASTER 'Low' risk to public of hantavirus after cruise ship deaths, WHO says 04-05-2026 14:19 Suspected outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship presents a low risk to the public, the World Health Organization said Monday.
SUBSIDIES SLASHED Milei’s ‘chainsaw’ slashes energy subsidies for three million households 04-05-2026 14:08 ‘Chainsaw’ slashes subsidies to lowest levels in years; Register clean-up and tariff reform has driven US$5.6 billion in savings, according to government; Nearly half of households now pay the full cost.
DIEGO MARADONA DEATH TRIAL Daughter says Maradona died after carers' plan 'went out of control' 03-05-2026 22:04 Gianinna Maradona, the late star's daughter, points finger at footballer's former lawyer and representative Matias Morla and his former assistant Maximiliano Pomargo.
Cruise ship terror Three die from suspected hantavirus on Atlantic cruise ship that departed from Ushuaia 03-05-2026 21:55 Three people have died on a cruise ship travelling from Ushuaia in Argentina to Cape Verde, one from a confirmed case of hantavirus.
OPINION A warning ignored 02-05-2026 09:53 The monster born from within not only attacks journalism by Jorge Fontevecchia
BEYOND THE HEADLINES Less work in labour 02-05-2026 00:37 Trade unionism in Argentina predates May Day as International Workers Day in the world – Argentine printers first unionised in 1878; May Day as an occasion for worker protest has its roots in the Chicago general strike of 1886. by Michael Soltys
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Myriam Bregman: the ‘heroine’ Gotham deserves? 02-05-2026 00:32 Unemployment, inflation and a troubling economic situation are important issues affecting the population, while corruption remains at the top. Not only are people worried about their personal situation, but they are also witnessing the moral decrepitude of the ’new’ political class. by Agustino Fontevecchia
Editorial Missing the point 02-05-2026 00:28 The magnified Adorni scandal is a huge problem for the government, making nonsense of “morality as a state policy” from Milei’s state-of-the-nation speech or his “cultural battle,” but it also serves as a distraction from more serious problems.
THE WEEK IN REVIEW Stories that caught our eye: April 24 to May 1 01-05-2026 17:24 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
CRIME & SECURITY Police arrest duo after raid over 'Chinese mafia' supermarket threats in Mar del Plata 01-05-2026 15:30 Two arrested and cash, firearms seized after probe into alleged extortion network targeting Chinese-run supermarkets.
PRESIDENT & THE PRESS Journalists to return to Casa Rosada next week, press ban lifted 01-05-2026 12:21 Milei government to lift controversial restriction after backlash from media groups, opposition leaders and the Catholic Church; Accredited journalists to be allowed back inside Casa Rosada starting Monday, press conference with Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni.
ENERGY & GAS Shut-out Techint loses another key Vaca Muerta tender 01-05-2026 12:14 Techint group suffered a new reverse in the domestic energy sector after failing to secure a key tender to construct a strategic gas pipeline.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL Blockbuster EU-Mercosur trade deal set to enter into force 01-05-2026 12:01 European Union and Mercosur trade agreement comes into force provisionally; Euro leaders hail "historic" day that will see tariffs significantly reduced."
COMMUNITY Preserving the art of public speaking 30-04-2026 19:40 English-Speaking Scholastic Association of the River Plate marks its centenary in style with final of national competition. by Michael Soltys
POLITICS & LABOUR Unions rally in Buenos Aires against Milei ahead of Labour Day 30-04-2026 19:20 Unions protest Milei’s labour reforms as concerns grow over jobs, rights and economic strain; Rally takes place on eve of International Workers' Day.
DEATH OF DIEGO MARADONA Maradona was 'bipolar,' had 'narcissistic' disorder, his ex-psychologist tells death trial 30-04-2026 19:13 Diego Maradona was bipolar and had a narcissistic personality disorder, his former psychologist tells court at trial into his death.
PRESIDENT VERSUS THE PRESS Milei renews attack as Casa Rosada press ban enters second week 30-04-2026 15:34 Thursday marks a full week without accredited press at the Casa Rosada; President ramps up row by branding journalists “thieves” and “corrupt” during Manuel Adorni’s report to Congress.
POLLING & SURVEYS Left-winger Bregman tops popularity poll as President plummets 30-04-2026 15:24 Polling by Atlas Intel consultancy firm shows FIT-U deputy Myriam Bregman as the political figure with the best positive image in the country.
PRESS FREEDOM WORLDWIDE Reporters Without Borders: Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years 30-04-2026 14:39 Argentina falls 11 places in annual ranking, now in 98th place; Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years, says media watchdog RSF; More than half of countries facing “difficult” or “very serious” situation.
MILITARY & DEFENCE Milei visits US aircraft carrier USS Nimitz during joint naval drills 30-04-2026 13:55 President observes South Atlantic exercises with US forces in show of closer military co-operation.
BLOOMBERG - ANALYSIS Thiel is the latest rabbit Milei has pulled from a hat 30-04-2026 13:20 Argentina’s previous two presidents failed to win re-election, undone by their inability to resolve the country’s economic problems. Despite the recent turbulence, Milei is well positioned to break that trend.
CORRUPTION & THE COURTS Top court overturns Alberto Fernández’s indictment in insurance case 30-04-2026 08:52 Cassation ruling cites lack of evidence but case remains open and could be revisited; Judges lift asset freeze and travel ban, ex-president still faces abuse trial.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Milei stands by Cabinet chief amid growing corruption scandal 29-04-2026 22:46 Court probe into Manuel Adorni is unfolding at the most tenuous moment of Javier Milei’s Presidency, adding to his mounting list of challenges.
POLITICS Cabinet Chief Adorni denies corruption allegations in Congress appearance 29-04-2026 16:50 Under-fire official presents management report to Congress, accompanied by President Javier Milei and several top officials; Cabinet chief denies corruption allegations and declares: “I have committed no crime.”
BOOKS & LITERATURE Ediciones de la Flor publishing house closes after 60 years 29-04-2026 15:55 With just a message posted at the firm’s stand at Buenos Aires International Book Fair, Ediciones de la Flor announces its final farewell. After losing the rights to 'Mafalda' and the death of Daniel Divinsky, the project is disbanding after 60 years of publishing.
ANALYSIS: SHOCK THERAPY Argentina bond investors increasingly fear the day after Milei 29-04-2026 15:36 Worries over the economy’s future have been reignited by polls showing the President’s approval rating is at its lowest since he took office.
NO MORE CHAINSAW President doubles pay for Cabinet ministers via presidential decree 29-04-2026 14:53 Data emerges from government report accessed by Perfil through request filed under Access to Public Information Law. Backdated to last January, Cabinet ministers now earn 7.2 million pesos a month – a rise from some 3.5 million previously. by Felipe Leibovich
POLLING & SURVEYS Poll: Confidence in Milei’s government falls for fifth month running 29-04-2026 12:56 Popularity index tracked monthly by Universidad Torcuato Di Tella shows a sustained fall since last December;
POLITICS Banker Jorge Brito closely watching in Peronist leadership race 29-04-2026 12:16 Jorge Brito, the banker who has on more than one occasion spoken out in favour of “fiscal balance,” appears to be an option capable of uniting voices that are unhappy with the prospect of the letter ‘K’ continuing in power. by Rosario Ayerdi
INTERNATIONAL CRIME RING CLAMPDOWN Child sex abuse crackdown in 16 countries, including Argentina, leads to 84 arrests 29-04-2026 11:10 Major international operation against sexual exploitation of children and teenagers; 84 arrests across 17 provinces, including the Buenos Aires City;
death of diego maradona Maradona sisters, lawyer face trial over handling of star's brand 28-04-2026 21:08 Late star’s lawyer and two of Maradona’s sisters – Rita and Claudia – will stand trial for the “fraudulent administration” of his brand and trademark.
MILITARY & DEFENCE Argentina’s Navy conducts military exercises with US aircraft carrier 28-04-2026 20:59 Argentina’s Navy has begun a series of military manoeuvres in the South Atlantic alongside forces from the United States.
ENERGY & GAS Argentina hunts for LNG imports for Winter in war-wrecked market 28-04-2026 19:21 Argentina is looking to purchase liquefied natural gas cargoes for its upcoming winter heating season.
Politics Under-fire Adorni faces marathon grilling from opposition in Congress debut 28-04-2026 14:34 Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni faces defining Congress test; First report in Chamber of Deputies set to stretch six hours, President Milei set to attend; Opposition likely to pose queries over under-fire official's wealth and assets.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Kicillof edges forward as Peronism eyes 2027 opening 28-04-2026 13:55 La Libertad Avanza’s troubles are accelerating a reorganisation of Peronism; Internal talks intensify amid government turmoil, but leadership dispute between Axel Kicillof, Sergio Massa and Cristina Fernández de Kirchner remains unresolved. by Rosario Ayerdi
PRESIDENT VERSUS THE PRESS Milei administration extends ban on media entering Casa Rosada 28-04-2026 13:25 Accredited journalists still unable to enter the Casa Rosada; Milei administration blocked access over alleged espionage claims; Calls for dialogue led by Catholic Church.
AGRICULTURE & ECONOMY Netherlands rejects Argentina soy meal cargoes over GMO issue 28-04-2026 11:16 Netherlands has rejected at least two Argentinian soybean meal cargoes this month after non-approved genetically modified material was found.
ECONOMIC OUTLOOK UN body trims Latin America growth outlook on Middle East conflict 28-04-2026 10:40 United Nations body CEPAL/ECLAC warns of weaker expansion, rising inflation pressures as oil shock ripples through regional economies.
Politics Line-up for Buenos Aires City mayoral race quietly begins to take shape 27-04-2026 17:11 Leading political parties have already started making their moves to control Uspallata City Hall. Mayor Macri eyes re-election as libertarians and Peronists weigh paths to 2027. by Juan Pablo Kavanagh
FORMULA 1 'Colapinto-mania' sweeps streets of Buenos Aires in historic Formula 1 show 27-04-2026 15:29 Tens of thousands of people turned out in Buenos Aires on Sunday for a special street show by Formula 1 star Franco Colapinto.
Politics City mayor backs PRO-La Libertad Avanza alliance for 2027 election 27-04-2026 09:20 Buenos Aires City Mayor Jorge Macri highlighted results achieved in the October 2025 legislative elections and says two parties performed better together.
ART & CULTURE MALBA to showcase 150 works in 25th anniversary exhibition revamp 26-04-2026 10:05 ‘Latin America in Expansion,’ MALBA’s 25th anniversary show, spotlights regional art giants; Starting May 1, Buenos Aires’ museum of modern Latin American art will exhibit 150 works from its holdings and Eduardo Costantini’s private collection.
ENERGY & GAS Milei incentives set to boost US$12-billion Vaca Muerta oil field 25-04-2026 12:10 Pluspetrol SA, a privately-owned driller, said it would accelerate production of Bajo del Choique-La Invernada under Milei’s so-called RIGI initiative.
ANALYSING ARGENTINA Will the Peronists resort to God in 2027? 25-04-2026 06:37 Dante Gebel is testing the waters to see if he can break Argentina’s dichotomy and appeal to voters from a spiritual rather than a rational angle. by Marcelo J. García
BEYOND THE HEADLINES From eternity to here 25-04-2026 06:33 Every now and then death is larger than life in Argentina. by Michael Soltys
