THE WEEK IN REIVEW Stories that caught our eye: May 8 to 15 Today 20:13 A selection of stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
COMMUNITY Reviving the maritime welfare mission in Argentina Yesterday 15:55 The Mission to Seafarers has 120 centres and a presence in over 200 ports in 50 countries, attending merchant sailors in 74,000 cargo ships and tankers worldwide – now its Argentine chapter is being relaunched. by Michael Soltys
HANTAVIRUS HEALTH SCARE Ushuaia tries to shrug off hantavirus suspicions 12-05-2026 15:03 Ushuaia, Argentina's city "at the end of the world," is labouring under suspicion of being the source of the deadly hantavirus outbreak
ONLINE CONTROVERSY Lawmaker's X-rated post sparks legal storm as ex-lover threatens court action 12-05-2026 12:13 Argentina’s controversial libertarian lawmaker is facing fresh backlash after voluntarily uploading a sexually explicit image of her online. Now her former partner says the stunt may have crossed a legal line.
HANTAVIRUS HEALTH SCARE Hantavirus outbreak renews painful memories for Patagonian village 11-05-2026 13:46 A 2018 outbreak of hantavirus in the small Patagonian town of Epuyén led to 34 cases and 11 fatalities.
NEW CHESS GRANDMASTER Faustino Oro joins chess elite as Grandmaster aged just 12 09-05-2026 22:44 Argentine prodigy player Faustino Oro, aged just 12 years old, has reached the highest rank in world chess, becoming the second-youngest Grandmaster in history.
TOURISM & CITY From refuge to destination: How ‘Barrio Chino’ found its place in Buenos Aires 09-05-2026 14:45 From 28 families meeting to watch films to a capital city landmark, Barrio Chino’s rapid transformation reflects a deeper cultural journey. With the help of local Carlos Lin, a walk through 42 years of history, learning a tale of migration, identity and cultural reinvention. by Patricia Daniele
EDITORIAL Taking liberties with liberty 09-05-2026 06:37 How long can we continue to take this government’s self-identification as libertarian seriously?
THE WEEK IN REIVEW Stories that caught our eye: May 1 to 8 08-05-2026 16:57 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
STREAMING GIANT'S PLANS How Netflix is rewriting Argentina’s screen industry 08-05-2026 15:45 From De la Serna and Suar to Darín and ‘Dibu’ Martínez, national productions are gaining ground on the platform. by Mariano Casas Di Nardo
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.
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.
OPINION A warning ignored 02-05-2026 09:53 The monster born from within not only attacks journalism by Jorge Fontevecchia
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.
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.
THEATRE Out of this world 30-04-2026 19:43 Cliff Williamson’s new musical 'The Boy From Antimatter' delivers energy, heart and takes the audience into a new dimension.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE Nations to kick off world-first fossil fuel exit talks 28-04-2026 11:42 Two-day conference in Santa Marta, Colombia, bypasses the United Nations climate talks and reflects a growing impatience with its failure to tackle fossil fuels, the main driver of global warming.
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.
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.
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
THE WEEK IN REVIEW Stories that caught our eye: April 17 to 24 24-04-2026 18:55 A selection of stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
FERIA DEL LIBRO 2026 Milei's culture secretary heckled at opening of 50th BA book fair 24-04-2026 15:49 Culture Secretary Leanardo Cifelli heckled and jeered during speech at inauguration of Buenos Aires International Book Fair; Protesters criticise government, boo and whistle president's name.
ART & CULTURE From the streets to museum walls: Fernanda Laguna brings Ni Una Menos to MALBA 24-04-2026 09:34 Fernanda Laguna’s retrospective reframes decades of 21st-century feminist protest as art, archive and collective action; Exhibition runs at MALBA until May 25. by Macy Young
PRESS FREEDOM Government bans press from Casa Rosada over ‘espionage’ complaint 23-04-2026 15:24 Argentina’s government on Thursday barred accredited press from entering the Casa Rosada as part of a “preventative” measure related to alleged “espionage” complaint; Decision, cheered by Javier Milei on social media, came hours before the head of state hosted controversial US tech entrepreneur Peter Thiel at government house.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei’s party sees Senate as best chance of success for controversial bills 23-04-2026 13:55 Milei government is giving priority to the Senate thanks to La Libertad Avanza caucus chief Patricia Bullrich well-assembled majority; Controversial reforms include changes to disability benefits and mental health rules, private property, evictions and the scrapping of limits on foreign ownership of land in Argentina.
MUSICIAN HOSPITALISED Musician Charly García stable after successful kidney surgery 23-04-2026 12:05 Legendary musician Charly García undergoes partial nephrectomy, procedure in which part of the kidney is removed.
Football in Argentina Authorities ban iconic ticker tape welcome at football stadiums 22-04-2026 22:56 Decision follows a small fire that broke out last Sunday shortly before kick-off ahead of the Superclásico between River Plate and Boca Juniors at the Monumental.
Palaeontology Another dinosaur discovery: Scientists discover ‘Bicharracosaurus’ in Patagonia 22-04-2026 15:47 Historic discovery in Patagonia as scientists confirm remains of new dinosaur; CONICET researchers reveal key Jurassic species for understanding the evolution of sauropods in Patagonia.
LATIN AMERICA Daniel Noboa’s ‘new Ecuador’ has some fearing loss of civil freedoms 22-04-2026 10:40 Ecuador's Daniel Noboa appears to be consolidating power in ways that are causing growing unease in civil society. One week it’s political parties, the next it’s the courts. Now it’s the media.
PRESIDENT IN ISRAEL Milei ends visit to Israel with song at Independence Day ceremony 21-04-2026 22:07 Argentina's President watched Independence Day ceremony from the front row, alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, before taking to the stage for a speech and a song.
FILM & CINEMA Luis Puenzo, director of Argentina’s first Oscar-winning feature, dies at 80 21-04-2026 13:08 Luis Puenzo, director who won Argentina’s first Oscar, has died aged 80; 'La historia oficial,' which tackled kidnapping of infants during dictatorship era, won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1986.
RIGHTS REPORT Amnesty Int'l warns Milei government scaling back protections 21-04-2026 11:57 Report by NGO’s local chapter says government’s cuts have deepened inequality, with protests, the press and gender violence and abortion protections under increasing pressure. by James Grainger
CULTURE Iconic tango dancer María Nieves dies aged 91 20-04-2026 20:25 Beyond taking tango to audiences around the world, María Nieves performed in numerous international productions, cementing her reputation as one of the art form’s leading ambassadors.
OBITUARY Actor Luis Brandoni dies aged 86, nine days after suffering fall 20-04-2026 15:53 Artist had suffered a fall at his home on April 11 and had been hospitalised since then. His friend Carlos Rottemberg, a theatre producer, confirmed his death: "The last leading actor of an unforgettable generation has passed away," he wrote.
PRESIDENT IN ISRAEL Milei says US-Israel war against Iran is 'right thing to do' 20-04-2026 09:16 President praises United States and Israel for “war on terrorism” against Iran and its proxies; Milei and Netanyahu launch ‘Isaac Accords’ to unite nations with “Judeo-Christian values.”
RELIGION 'DJ Priest' mixes religion and rave in Buenos Aires tribute to Pope Francis 20-04-2026 06:44 Father Guilherme Peixoto – the "DJ Priest" – delights a massive crowd in the Plaza de Mayo by delivering a thrilling electronic rave paying tribute to Pope Francis one year after his death.
THE WEEK IN REVIEW Stories that caught our eye: April 10 to 17 17-04-2026 18:17 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference Experts warn of growing ‘FIMI’ disinformation threat at conference 17-04-2026 12:55 Experts, journalists and academics examine how foreign actors use media manipulation and online networks to shape public debate at conference on ‘Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference’; Event highlights alleged foreign-linked influence operations and notes vulnerabilities of Latin America’s fragmented media ecosystems.
THEATRE Salem trial as a witch’s brew 17-04-2026 11:58 The Crucible; Directed by Simon Chater; The Suburban Players; The Playhouse, Moreno 80, San Isidro; Remaining shows April 18, 24, 25, 26 and 30, May 1 and 2. by Michael Soltys
INTERVIEW: PRESS FREEDOM Thibaut Bruttin: 'Trump playbook' is 'dangerous' example for press in Latin America 16-04-2026 15:44 Director of Reporters Without Borders (RSF) press organisation says that Donald Trump's approach to the media could colour the behaviour of ideologically aligned leaders across Latin America.
LABOUR OF LOVE Giant guitar of trees serves as tribute to eternal love 16-04-2026 10:55 In the middle of the pampas, near General Levalle in the south of Córdoba Province, lies a giant guitar of trees. A labour of love created by the late Pedro Martín Ureta in memory of his departed wife, Graciela Yraizoz, the Estancia La Guitarra de Árboles began to take shape in 1979 can only truly be experienced from the air.
DEATH OF DIEGO MARADONA Tears, horror and scandal – how first Maradona death trial collapsed 15-04-2026 22:47 Daughters weeping in court, squalid care of a legend exposed and a scandalous judge that derailed proceedings dramatically.
death of diego maradona 'Bunch of amateurs': Maradona's medical team back on trial 14-04-2026 18:00 Seven-strong medical team is accused of gross negligence causing his death during his home convalescence.
SOCIETY Maradona's birthplace repurposed as soup kitchen for hungry 14-04-2026 17:30 Diego Maradona's childhood home has become a soup kitchen and support centre for residents of Villa Fiorito, who receive clothes or a hot meal in the same courtyard where the late footballer grew up.
FERIA DEL LIBRO 2026 Buenos Aires Book Fair turns 50 with a focus on memory 13-04-2026 21:16 Fiftieth anniversary edition will revisit censorship during the dictatorship, honour Jorge Luis Borges and expand into immersive formats about future of reading and publishing in Argentina.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Russian psyops and the dance of the candidates 11-04-2026 07:34 The Milei administration is on the back foot, tired, hanging off the ropes, but is nowhere near knockout territory. by Agustino Fontevecchia
The Week in Review Stories that caught our eye: April 2 to 10 10-04-2026 18:33 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
Crime & Security Authorities say fatal school shooting linked online ‘TCC’ crime community 09-04-2026 18:49 Security Minister Alejandra Monteoliva says San Cristóbal school shooting was not “an isolated case nor a case of bullying,” claiming the shooter “participated in an international digital network” and Internet subculture dedicated to such incidents.
Ley de Glaciares Milei’s controversial glacier law reform approved by Congress 09-04-2026 08:08 President Javier Milei's government secures passage of its reform bill that weakens Argentina's glacier protection law in lower house; Changes will open door to increased mining projects, with responsibility for periglacial areas passing to provincial governors.
BOOKS & LITERATURE Author Samanta Schweblin wins one-million-euro literary prize 09-04-2026 00:56 Argentine author takes inaugural €1m award for 'El buen mal'; Controversy surrounds state-backed Aena’s entry into the literary sphere with Premio Aena de Narrativa Hispanoamericana prize.
FILM & CINEMA / INTERVIEW Lucrecia Martel: ‘Filmmakers have the best tools – cheaper and more potent than missiles’ 08-04-2026 13:59 Argentine film director Lucrecia Martel moves into documentary making with ‘Nuestra tierra’ (“Our land”), a feature which does not limit itself to reconstructing the facts. by Juan Manuel Dominguez
ECONOMY, ENVIRONMENT & POLITICS Explainer: Milei’s attempt to change glacier protection law 08-04-2026 11:23 Argentina’s Glacier Law reform push is a battle between mining ambitions and environmental protection; Milei’s proposed changes could reshape glacier safeguards, expand mining activity, and shift power to provincial governments.
Ley de Glaciares Congress to debate easing glacier protection law to boost mining 08-04-2026 10:52 Activists and demonstrators are set to take to the streets later today in protest at debate over changes to Argentina's National Glacier Law.
RUSSIAN DISINFORMATION CAMPAIGN Investigation reveals Milei was targeted by Russia disinformation campaign 03-04-2026 19:17 A network linked to Russia’s intelligence services carried out a secret disinformation campaign against the President Javier Milei’s government in 2024, reveals an international consortium of media organisations citing leaked documents.
FILM & CINEMA 'Hijo mayor' tells story of identity in Korean diaspora in Argentina 02-04-2026 18:43 Korean-Argentine director Cecilia Kang draws on family memories and the Korean diaspora in Argentina in her first fiction feature, competing at the Cinelatino festival in Toulouse.
The Week in Review Stories that caught our eye: March 27 to April 1 01-04-2026 20:28 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
ART International exhibition opens at Proa exploring light, space and perception 30-03-2026 17:49 New Fundación Proa exhibition, organised with Dia Art Foundation, brings works by a group of key 20th-century contemporary artists to Argentina for the first time. Expect a sensory experience centred on perception, light and space.
50th anniversary of 1976 coup ‘Sadism is not a political ideology nor a strategy of war, but a moral perversion’ 28-03-2026 05:53 Populism, on the left and on the right, has wrecked havoc, helping to exacerbate the decline of traditional democratic values. It’s a shame that the defence of human rights has become fodder for culture wars and polarisation. by Agustino Fontevecchia
The Week in Review Stories that caught our eye: March 21 to 27 27-03-2026 18:44 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
Theatre Anti-matter also matters 26-03-2026 17:40 Boy From Antimatter is a two-act English-language multi-media musical for both children and adults, based on the book by Cliff Williamson. by Michael Soltys
DEATH OF LIAM PAYNE Two suspects in Liam Payne drug supply case released pending trial 26-03-2026 01:21 Two men accused of supplying drugs to Liam Payne released from house arrest but still face trial in Buenos Aires.
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF COUP 50 tales for 50 years: Book collects personal stories of dictatorship’s crimes 22-03-2026 00:07 'La Retaguardia,' media outlet specialising in coverage of trials probing crimes against humanity during the military dictatorship, has compiled accounts drawn from court files and testimonies given in court. by Giselle Leclercq
50th anniversary of 1976 coup Videla’s confession: Reconstructing the dictatorship 22-03-2026 00:01 Published in 2012, 'Disposición Final' features an extended interview with military junta leader and former de facto president Jorge Rafael Videla. To mark the 50th anniversary of the coup d’état that brought him to power, we run a translated extract from Ceferino Reato’s historic non-fiction book. by Ceferino Reato
Editorial Fifty years after 21-03-2026 00:08 We should remember every day that 50 years ago there was a military dictatorship and count our blessings for a democracy equally capable of electing leftist populism and the far-right libertarian administration now ruling.
The Week in Review Stories that caught our eye: March 13 to 20 20-03-2026 18:32 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
