THE WEEK IN REIVEW Stories that caught our eye: November 21 to 28 28-11-2025 19:28 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
CRIME & SECURITY First conviction in Mendoza for grooming on Roblox gaming platform 25-11-2025 15:37 Benjamín Elías Marín Mendoza admits to grooming a 13-year-old in a summary trial, in which it was proven that he used the platform to initially contact the victim, later requesting intimate photographs.
HEALTH & SOCIETY Study finds arsenic contamination in Buenos Aires Province 24-11-2025 12:54 Seventy percent of the region shows contamination linked to cancer and chronic illness, ITBA warns; Researchers warn that prolonged exposure could trigger cancers and severe respiratory disease.
the week in review Stories that caught our eye: November 14 to 21 21-11-2025 21:38 A selection of stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
CELEBS IN ARGENTINA Work hard, play hard: Global stars make the most of Buenos Aires 21-11-2025 14:42 A-listers are flocking to Argentina’s capital. From steakhouses and vegan restaurants to tango and football matches, here’s the experiences celebrities are seeking out during their time in Buenos Aires. by Mariano Casas Di Nardo
ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE COP30 dragged into clash over gender language 19-11-2025 16:53 Row over the definition of gender risks complicates outcome of COP30 climate talks in Brazil, after six governments – including Argentina – moved to attach their own interpretations as footnotes to a key text.
MUSIC & ART Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso say they'll melt down first Latin Grammys to make a chain 15-11-2025 08:44 Argentine musical duo Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso have announced unusual plans for the first Latin Grammys they won this Thursday in Las Vegas: they intend to melt them down to make themselves a chain.
THE WEEK IN REVIEW Stories that caught our eye: November 7 to 14 14-11-2025 19:44 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina
COMMUNITY New roots of remembrance to mark 200 years of Argentina-UK ties 13-11-2025 21:49 British Cemetery of Buenos Aires honoured two centuries of Argentina–UK relations with a commemorative elm planting and ceremony. by John Hunter
ENVIRONMENT VERSUS ECONOMY Milei seeks to accelerate copper boom by easing glacier rules 13-11-2025 18:38 President plans to modify regulations that protect Andean glaciers in order to unlock tens of billions of dollars of mining investments.
MUSIC Teatro Colón celebrates Erik Satie with 24 hours of piano and an ode to Socrates 11-11-2025 18:41 A hundred years after the French composer’s death, Teatro Colón’s Experimentation Centre presents ‘Vexations’ and ‘Socrate’ – two works that revisit his eccentric genius and radical legacy.
MUSIC Chart-topping star Milo J uses fame to focus youth on folklore 08-11-2025 07:27 In 1996, a 16-year-old Soledad Pastorutti burst onto the Cosquín Festival stage and overnight got the nation’s teenagers and youths to include Argentine folklore on their turntables. Nearly 30 years on, Milo J is achieving something similar with his album ‘La vida era más corta,’ featuring the legendary Silvio Rodríguez and samples of the voice of Mercedes Sosa.
THE WEEK IN REVIEW Stories that caught our eye: October 31 to November 7 07-11-2025 21:56 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
ANNUAL PRIDE MARCH Argentines march for LGBTQ pride, against government-fuelled 'hate' 02-11-2025 09:00 Streets surrounding Congress fill with colour, music and rejection of Javier Milei's government policies as revellers celebrate 34th edition of the LGBTIQ+ Pride March 2025.
THE WEEK IN REVIEW Stories that caught our eye: October 24 to 31 31-10-2025 16:51 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Tech companies push to stop Chile’s AI regulation plans 28-10-2025 12:50 Chile’s plan to regulate AI is facing pushback from tech giants during rapid industry growth and major investments.
The Week in Review Stories that caught our eye: October 17 to 24 24-10-2025 18:02 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
EXCLUSIVE Film legend Jane Fonda to promote human rights doc ‘Norita’ in Los Angeles 24-10-2025 10:42 Academy Award-winner Jane Fonda to present screening of documentary detailing life of Madres de Plaza de Mayo co-founder and human rights icon Nora Cortiñas at the Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles.
cryptocurrencies Why Argentines are turning to crypto in the latest peso crisis 23-10-2025 19:26 As President Javier Milei tightens currency controls, Argentines are turning to cryptocurrencies to protect their savings.
POVERTY IN ARGENTINA Argentines hawk belongings in struggle to make ends meet 23-10-2025 01:25 Some 40% of Argentina's income earners work in the informal sector with no social benefits – and many hold several jobs at once.
BOOKS & LITERATURE Mariana Enríquez: Algorithms and AI are good breeding ground for literature 17-10-2025 18:06 Argentine author and journalist argues that artificial intelligence has the potential to reshape literature by expressing social inequalities and hidden fears.
FILM & CINEMA Director Pablo Trapero unveils ‘&Sons,’ his first film in English 17-10-2025 18:01 Director Pablo Trapero unveils new film '&Sons' – his first in English.
the week in review Stories that caught our eye: October 10 to 17 17-10-2025 17:43 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
DEATH OF LIAM PAYNE: ONE YEAR ON Fans in Buenos Aires remember late singer Liam Payne, one year on from death 16-10-2025 19:45 Fans of late One Direction singer, who passed away one year ago, descend on the hotel in Palermo where he lost his life.
INVESTMENT PROMISE? OpenAI inks 'intent' but holds back cash for Sur Energy's AI data centre plan in Patagonia 16-10-2025 10:28 Milei’s government announces joint venture with OpenAI and Sur Energy for US$25-billion investment in artificial intelligence, though OpenAI doesn’t plan to spend a single peso.
DINOSAUR DISCOVERY One of world's oldest dinosaurs discovered in La Rioja Province 16-10-2025 10:13 Remains of one of the world's oldest dinosaur species on the planet found in La Rioja at 3,000-metre altitude; Fossils thought to be at least 225 million years old.
POLITICS (& ENTERTAINMENT) Doubts remain over who financed Milei’s ‘rock show’ at Movistar Arena 13-10-2025 22:30 Questions remain unanswered over who exactly funded Javier Milei’s recent “show” at the Movistar Arena. His presidential spokesperson says it was “a private rally, paid for by the publishers” of his new book, but how did a small publishing house afford to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars hiring a 15,000-capacity venue? by Alejandro Gomel
The Week in Review Stories that caught our eye: October 3 to 10 10-10-2025 18:24 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
CATHOLIC CHURCH Pope Leo highlights poor and marginalised in first-ever text 09-10-2025 18:06 In the first major text of his papacy, Pope Leo calls for a focus on poverty, social justice, and challenges the marginalization of vulnerable communities.
PRESIDENTIAL SHOW How President Milei put crisis on hold to play rock star 09-10-2025 14:10 Head of state pretends to be rock star at bizarre book launch show in bid to revive sagging fortunes; After shouting his way through brief set, Milei talks economic policy, slams the left and talks up his “miracle” in Argentina.
SOCIETY & SEX Digital prostitution: Recession puts price on sex lives of youngsters 07-10-2025 15:42 Economic necessity and apps are acting as Argentina’s new “digital pimps.” Why growth of platforms like OnlyFans and Fansly is linked to global decline in sexual activity among young people. What the experts say and how the situation looks in Argentina.
PRESIDENT SHOW Milei presents new book singing rock in midst of crisis 06-10-2025 22:57 Milei plays rock star in bizarre book launch praising his 'Argentine miracle.'
Presidential performance Milei to sing at election campaign show at Movistar Arena 06-10-2025 15:35 President will attempt to reignite stuttering midterms campaign with a book launch/gig/political rally at an arena in Buenos Aires.
THE WEEK IN REIVEW Stories that caught our eye: September 27 to October 3 03-10-2025 18:35 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Double setback for Milei as Congress overturns two vetoes 02-10-2025 19:56 Another blow for Milei as Senate overturns two presidential vetoes, upholding laws that increase funding for state universities and paediatric hospitals.
EDUCATION Secondary school crisis: Only 1 in 10 students finish studies on time and to standard, warns report 29-09-2025 17:50 Argentina’s Education Secretariat provides details of plan to tackle secondary school dropouts and school lag after report from NGO highlights shocking figures. by Juan Pablo Kavanagh
CRIME & SECURITY Villa 21-24: Buenos Aires barrio remains in grip of drug-trafficking 29-09-2025 15:43 In the Villa Zavaleta neighbourhood, at least nine drug gangs operate, fighting violently for territory with bunkers and young "soldiers" dotted everywhere.
'TODAY WE BURN JEWS!' Milei condemns anti-Semitic chants by school pupils on Bariloche trip 29-09-2025 12:48 President Milei condemns "reprehensible" video of anti-Semitic chanting by school students on graduation trip in Bariloche.
THE WEEK IN REVIEW Stories that caught our eye: September 19 to 26 26-09-2025 18:20 A selection of stories that caught our eye over last seven days in Argentina.
DINOSAUR DISCOVERY New species of megaraptor discovered in Patagonia 25-09-2025 17:25 The seven-metre predator, found in Chubut Province, lived shortly before the mass extinction some 66 million years ago; Named 'Joaquinraptor casali,' carnivore may have been among the last of its kind.
EUROPE Meet Ali Akbar, Paris’ last newspaper hawker and local legend 25-09-2025 13:11 Ali Akbar is a beloved figure on Paris’s Left Bank, keeping the tradition of newspaper hawking alive, using humour and dedication.
FILM & CINEMA 'Crises both reunite us and unite us' – stars of 'Belén' on new film, women's rights 25-09-2025 11:14 Director and star Dolores Fonzi and actor Camila Plaate discuss ‘Belén,' their new original Prime Video production which gripped audiences at the San Sebastián Film Festival and is now Argentina’s nomination for Best International Feature at this year’s Oscars. by Ana Seoane
Society Crisis facing Argentina’s disabled – the testimonies of families left adrift 25-09-2025 00:18 Denunciations pile up at the ANDIS national disability agency after corruption case and cutbacks. The parents of kids who have lost vital care to red tape speak out.
Crime & Security Trial confirmed for 19-year-old accused of creating AI porn of schoolmates 24-09-2025 12:57 Former student who used Artificial Intelligence to create fake porn images and videos of schoolmates will stand trial, confirms Córdoba court; If convicted, the defendant could receive prison sentence of between three and 20 years in jail.
FILM & CINEMA Two films by two Argentine female directors star at San Sebastián 23-09-2025 18:50 Two productions – Belén, directed by Dolores Fonzi, and Las corrientes, by Milagros Mumenthaler – were the stars of Tuesday’s schedule at San Sebastián Film Festival.
FILM & CINEMA A girl who talks to animals – Iván Fund’s latest film stuns San Sebastián 23-09-2025 18:13 'El mensaje,' Iván Fund’s new movie, is in the running for the top prize at the prestigious San Sebastián Film Festival.
THE WEEK IN REVIEW Stories that caught our eye: September 12 to 19 19-09-2025 17:26 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
THE WEEK IN REVIEW Stories that caught our eye: September 5 to 12 12-09-2025 18:25 A selection of stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei vetoes state university funding bill, escalating conflict 10-09-2025 22:38 President vetoes in full bill proposing new funding for state universities, pay rises for teaching and non-teaching staff; Move will increase tensions with education workers and opposition.
WORLD SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY Concern over suicide increase among young people aged 15 to 29 10-09-2025 12:44 World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that more than 720,000 suicides occur globally each year. For every death by suicide, there may be up to 40 attempts. In Argentina, records show that teenagers and young adults are the most affected. by Enrique Garabetyan
POLITICS & MEDIA Javier Milei and his sister hate journalism 06-09-2025 07:30 President Milei and sister Karina have gone on the offensive against the media and despite some backlash, there doesn’t seem to be any real consequences of getting a controversial judge to pass an unconstitutional ruling. by Agustino Fontevecchia
the week in review Stories that caught our eye: August 29 to September 5 05-09-2025 17:48 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
PAINTING HUNT SUCCESS Police recover Nazi-looted painting spotted in online property ad 04-09-2025 01:08 Two detained as painting stolen from Dutch Jewish art collector in World War II is found in Mar del Plata; 18th-century masterwork was spotted after appearing in online property ad; Relative of dead Nazi financial guru and her partner placed under house arrest.
Tango World Championship Dynamic Argentine duo win Stage final at World Tango Championship 03-09-2025 11:39 Leandro Bojko and Micaela García crowned champions of Stage category at the 2025 World Tango Championship.
WORLDWIDE HUNT Nazi-looted painting recovered, two taken into custody 02-09-2025 17:09 Long-lost Nazi-looted portrait found in Mar del Plata; Daughter of late fugitive officer and her partner placed under house arrest.
FILM & CINEMA Director Lucrecia Martel airs new documentary at Venice festival 01-09-2025 22:52 Lucrecia Martel brings indigenous Argentine voices to Venice with her new documentary 'Nuestra Tierra.'
DANCING IN GOOD HEALTH Tango therapy treatment helps keep Parkinson's symptoms at bay 01-09-2025 15:14 In Argentina, dancing tango can be an innovative therapy to help combat the symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
FILM & CINEMA Argentine cinema enjoys a moment at Venice despite cuts 01-09-2025 14:22 Five productions at glittering film gathering are at the least co-produced by Argentine studios, but experts warn that doesn’t tell the whole story of a sector facing a “perfect storm” that has left production “virtually at a standstill.”
THE WEEK IN REIVEW Stories that caught our eye: August 22 to 29 29-08-2025 17:06 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
MUSIC & ART Accordion-player Raúl Barboza, considered the king of chamamé, dies at 87 28-08-2025 21:11 Accordion-player Raúl Barboza, considered the King of Chamamé music in Argentina, has died in Paris.
Chainsaw hits football Fútbol para pocos: Milei decides 2026 World Cup won’t be on public TV 27-08-2025 13:45 For the first time in 52 years, Argentina’s government has confirmed that it will not be buying the broadcasting rights to the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada and broadcasting it free-to-air. The move – which saves an estimated US$7 million – forms part of austerity for state media.
MYSTERY IN MAR DEL PLATA Nazi-looted masterwork spotted in Mar del Plata property ad – then disappears 27-08-2025 13:24 A 17th-century masterwork allegedly stolen by the Nazis from a Dutch Jewish art collector re-emerged this week in pictures of a house for sale in Mar del Plata – only to disappear again.
FEATURE 'Old things work': Tech collective gives new life to e-waste 27-08-2025 11:47 Meet the 'Cybercirujas,' a group of Argentine hacktivists who recycle electronic devices to challenge obsolescence and electronic waste.
NATURE Census finds record number of southern right whales off Argentina's coast 26-08-2025 19:21 Air logs from CENPAT-CONCIET researchers find 2,110 whales, out of which 826 were calves.
THE WEEK IN REVIEW Stories that caught our eye: August 15 to 22 22-08-2025 11:05 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
STOP THE CLOCKS! Lower house backs plan for Argentina to change time zone in Winter 22-08-2025 11:01 Lawmakers vote by clear majority to back Julio Cobos-led plan to change Argentina’s time zone and bring the clocks forward in winter so that the sun rises earlier; Change now heads to Senate.
POLITICS & CULTURE Twist in Homo Argentum tale – Milei’s new fave film did get state funding 22-08-2025 10:56 President’s praise for Guillermo Francella’s new movie collides with revelations that the blockbuster received support from Buenos Aires City government.
ART & DANCE Tango BA Festival and 2025 Tango World Cup kicks off 21-08-2025 16:49 Event will run over the next two weeks with over 500 activities planned and more than 2,000 artists and 50 venues participating all over the City.
Politics & celebrity From Playboy girl to politician? TV star to be candidate for Milei’s party 18-08-2025 13:40 Karen Reichardt, 1990s TV star, soft-porn cover star and animal advocate, signs up with the La Libertad Avanza party of President Javier Milei for the upcoming elections.
THE WEEK IN REVIEW Stories that caught our eye: August 8 to 15 15-08-2025 16:51 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
