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New Year’s resolutions: Forgotten items on the list

31-12-2024 17:26 While many of us will celebrate the New Year under a secure roof, gathered around a table with abundant food and drink, let’s not forget in our thoughts and prayers those corners of the world that are facing the consequences of man-made suffering.

by Marwan Gill

IMF: Formal talks over new deal with Argentina have begun

19-12-2024 21:09 The International Monetary Fund and Argentina have formally begun negotiations over a new loan agreement as the current programme draws to a close.

Move over Javi, the Big Boss is back

09-11-2024 06:24 The return of Donald Trump, the undisputed 'top dog' of the new right, will consolidate a global movement that, up until now, appeared to be somewhat disjointed.

by Agustino Fontevecchia

Welcome to the New Political Order

09-11-2024 06:01 Trump’s victory and the Brexit referendum in 2016 marked the first significant political manifestations of a change of order. Trump’s impressive comeback this week appears to solidify it further. The next question is where President Javier Milei fits into this puzzle.

by Marcelo J. García

Elon Musk says his firms are 'actively' looking to invest in Argentina

24-09-2024 14:58 SpaceX and Tesla boss posts on social media that his companies are “actively looking for ways to invest in and support Argentina,” though there’s no sign of an announcement anytime soon.

Milei in New York: Ringing the Wall Street bell, Elon Musk meet

23-09-2024 13:20 President Javier Milei delivers a speech to traders and invited guests at Wall Street ahead of eagerly awaited address to the United Nations General Assembly later today.

Rodríguez Larreta launches new ‘MAD’ political 'movement'

27-08-2024 15:32 Former Buenos Aires City mayor launches new think tank, pitching the 'Movimiento al Desarrollo' as a sober developmentalist voice in Argentine politics.

by James Grainger

Milei makes it official: Amalia ‘Yuyito’ González is his new girlfriend

25-08-2024 09:28 President Javier Milei has confirmed that well-known 80s showbiz star Amalia ‘Yuyito’ González is his new partner, confirming the news in a post on Instagram.

IMF denies there is ‘specific timetable’ for new Argentina deal

11-07-2024 16:48 Julie Kozack, the Fund's communications director, contradicts claims by Economy Minister Luis Caputo that talks about new financing deal are underway and an agreement could be sealed this year.

President Milei proves boon and curse for Argentine bank stocks

02-07-2024 11:30 Argentine banking stocks in New York are tumbling as the government slashes interest rates and crimps new borrowing.

Donald Trump convicted on all charges in hush money trial

30-05-2024 18:35 New York jury finds Donald Trump guilty of multiple felonies at his hush-money trial, making him the first former US president to be convicted of crimes.

‘Rockstar’ Milei just loves to travel

25-05-2024 06:52 For the frenetic Milei, there is no time to waste … as long as his public image remains shielded from the vicissitudes of day-to-day life, then the show must go on.

by Agustino Fontevecchia

Argentina, IMF talking about new programme outline

29-02-2024 12:20 Argentina, IMF in talks about outline of possible new programme to speed up exit from capital controls.

Transgender activist and author Cecilia Gentili dies in New York at age 52

07-02-2024 16:31 Tributes paid to trailblazing trans advocate, originally from Santa Fe Province, who has died at the age of 52.

An electoral 2023 ends... and an electric 2024 begins

31-12-2023 08:14 The standard greeting of “Happy New Year” would represent wishful thinking rather than any real expectations when it comes to 2024, as President Javier Milei would be the first to insist.

Boca Juniors appoint Diego Martinez as new head coach

26-12-2023 15:26 Ex-Huracán coach Diego Martinez will take charge of the Xeneize on January 2, tasked with improving Boca’s fortunes after a poor campaign last season.

Pumas out of Rugby World Cup after semi-final defeat

20-10-2023 18:11 New Zealand have booked themselves a place in the Rugby World Cup final after outclassing Argentina 44-6 in Paris.

Michael Cheika – behind the quips, a shrewd rugby brain

19-10-2023 13:05 Michael Cheika and his larger than life persona has taken the Pumas to the semi-final – now Argentina must defeat New Zealand for a chance at the Webb Ellis trophy.

Biden and Lula to launch workers' rights pact in meeting Wednesday

20-09-2023 07:00 The two presidents are taking further steps to tighten relations based on their mutual support for worker's rights and organized labor

President eyes farewell victory on international stage

07-09-2023 18:57 Argentina’s president flies to New Delhi to attend a divided G20 summit focusing on Ukraine and climate; Peronist leader to push for redrawing of global financial architecture; Biden and Lula will be there, but Putin and Xi won’t.