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The days after

Today 07:30 Parliamentary democracy is far from being a synonym for productivity. Yet all that and more lies after the challenge of tomorrow’s World Cup final.

Consumer prices trump geopolitics

Today 07:26 Like its counterparts in most other countries, the US electorate is more interested in consumer goods than in geopolitical questions that, sooner or later, could have devastating consequences.

by James Neilson

Neuquén Province to pitch first US bond since 2017

Yesterday 20:08 Neuquén province will pitch foreign investors in New York on its first new international bond in nearly a decade as the local government reaps the rewards of a shale oil boom.

Pampa approves US$2.7-billion Argentina urea plant amid shale boom

Yesterday 20:04 First new facility of this kind in almost quarter century; Plant to be built over three years in Argentina’s petrochemicals hub in Bahía Blanca

Rubio: US wants to globalise fight against far-left 'terrorism'

Yesterday 11:11 Argentina among nations represented at meeting on "The Resurgence of Political Terrorism" hosted by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Canada hopes to sign Mercosur free-trade deal this year

Yesterday 08:25 Canada and the Mercosur bloc, made up of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay, resumed negotiations last year.

King Messi faces Prince Yamal in final with World Cup at stake

16-07-2026 17:14 Almost 20 years on from the famous photo that Argentina’s skipper took with football’s newest star when Lamine Yamal was just a baby, the two will go head-to-head with the World Cup trophy at stake.

‘Suiza Pop’ cultural festival returns to Buenos Aires

16-07-2026 16:20 Swiss innovation meets Argentine audiences as 'Suiza Pop' festival returns for second edition.

Milei planning trips to Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia – and UK?

16-07-2026 14:11 Argentina’s leader is preparing for a fresh round of regional diplomacy, including a visit to see former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, a trip to Peru for the inauguration of Keiko Fujimori, and bilateral meetings with Ecuador's Daniel Noboa and Colombia's president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella. Oh, and then there’s the issue of a trip to London…

by Pablo Varela

Tether invests US$20 million in Argentina’s Ualá, expanding Latin America push

16-07-2026 10:32 Tether, issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin, invests US$20 million in Argentine digital bank Ualá.

'For the Malvinas, for Diego!' World Cup glee takes over Buenos Aires

15-07-2026 23:10 Buenos Aires erupted into ecstasy as a famous semi-final victory over old foes England was secured.

Messi not done yet after inspiring Argentina to World Cup final

15-07-2026 23:05 Argentina captain added another chapter to his astonishing career on Wednesday, inspiring his team to victory in their semi-final against England.

World Cup semi-final hero Lautaro Martínez 'dreamt' of scoring winner

15-07-2026 21:18 World Cup holders were trailing 1-0 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium when Inter Milan striker was sent on in the 81st minute. By full time, Lautaro was the hero of the hour.

Argentina stun England in comeback to reach World Cup final

15-07-2026 18:46 Lautaro Martínez scores 92nd minute winner as World Cup holders Argentina perform a stunning comeback to beat England 2-1 and set up a final with European champions Spain.

British Embassy playfully defuses Argentina-England match tensions

14-07-2026 22:46 Embassy's Instagram account shares a spoof "internal memo" instructing its community manager on how to behave – win or lose – in the wake of Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final.

Mac Allister calls on Argentina to channel Maradona spirit in England clash

14-07-2026 22:02 Argentina midfielder, who has played in England for two clubs over the last six seasons, urges his team to take inspiration from Diego as they seek to get the better of England.

Argentina v England: Battles all over the pitch

14-07-2026 09:17 Wednesday's World Cup semi-final between Argentina and England in Atlanta promises to follow in the footsteps of the fiery encounters that have defined this rivalry, with compelling individual and tactical battles across the pitch.

Argentina v England: A look back at previous World Cup clashes

14-07-2026 09:06 Argentina and England will meet in Atlanta on Wednesday for a place in the 2026 World Cup final, renewing one of football's fiercest and most enduring rivalries.

'VAR-gentina?': Anti-Argentina conspiracy theories out in force at World Cup

13-07-2026 16:29 Defending champions' journey to the last four has been engulfed by online conspiracy theories claiming – without evidence – that the playing field has been tilted in their favour.

Messi ventures into uncharted waters with England semi-final clash

13-07-2026 15:24 Every major footballing nation has fallen beneath his blade. All but one: England, the giant Lionel Messi will face for the first time on Wednesday in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup.

Former Argentina captain Antonio Rattín dies at 89

12-07-2026 16:42 Boca icon was famously sent off in 1966 World Cup quarter-final against England; Former player and coach passes away at age of 89.

Argentina and England renew fierce World Cup rivalry in semi-final

12-07-2026 14:01 Lionel Scaloni's side defeated Switzerland 3-1 to book a spot in the World Cup 2026 semi-finals, setting up a sixth meeting with England – and their first at the tournament in 24 years.

'We're going to give everything' – Álvarez on Argentina's World Cup title defence

12-07-2026 01:45 Julián Álvarez says are determined to retain the World Cup.

Scaloni admits Argentina 'suffered' in Switzerland win

12-07-2026 01:38 Argentina coach says his side "suffered" in their 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland.

Stories that caught our eye: July 3 to 10

11-07-2026 09:09 A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.

US, Latin American partners urge 'peaceful' transition in Colombia

11-07-2026 09:01 In addition to Washington, signatories included Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guyana, Honduras, Panama, Paraguay, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Mundial trumps Trump

11-07-2026 00:07 ‘The Donald’ had bullied obsequious FIFA president Gianni Infantino into nixing a red card for the home team’s top scorer – an obscene subordination of the beautiful game to power politics.

by Michael Soltys

The breaking of nations

11-07-2026 00:02 From ancient times, periods of relative stability in which one big power was strong enough to maintain a semblance of order in the region it dominated have alternated with others marked by strife like the one we appear to be sliding into right now.

by James Neilson

Milei urges governors to renew commitment to 'May Pact' in speech

09-07-2026 19:08 President says Argentina is entering a "Second Independence" as he outlines new reform agenda and praises his "cabinet of patriots."

IMF welcomes Milei's reform proposal for Argentina's Central Bank

09-07-2026 18:58 Multilateral lender welcomes Milei administration's proposal for Central Bank; IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva will visit Argentina on July 28 and 29.

Unbreakable Albiceleste propel Messi's final mission

09-07-2026 09:10 No team had ever recovered from a 2-0 deficit with so little time remaining in a World Cup match, but Argentina refused to let Messi's tournament story come to an end.

Nation's political parties look for ways to avoid extremes

08-07-2026 18:25 With next year’s election set to offer a referendum on President Javier Milei’s reformist agenda, some influential business leaders and opposition figures are discussing the possibility that violent shifts of policy are coming to an end – regardless of who prevails in the 2027 vote. 

IMF confirms 3.5% growth forecast for Argentina in 2026

08-07-2026 15:15 Multilateral lender’s chief Kristalina Georgieva to visit Buenos Aires this month; International Monetary Fund sees Argentina’s economy expanding 4% in 2027.

Argentina unveils US$1.2-billion nuclear reactor plan amid CNEA lay-offs row

08-07-2026 12:00 US-Argentine firm Meitner Energy will invest US$1.2 billion in a 300-megawatt modular reactor at the Atucha site, the government announced on Tuesday.; News comes as the National Atomic Energy Commission faces a labour dispute over dozens of lay-offs.

Egypt were 'cheated' in controversial World Cup exit to Argentina, says coach

07-07-2026 22:38 "Perhaps they wanted to keep the world champions in the competition. Perhaps they wanted Messi to stay in the running," says Egypt coach Hossam Hassan after dramatic loss to Argentina.

Lionel Scaloni: 'I became a coach so I could experience these emotions'

07-07-2026 22:33 Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni hails his side's character after Tuesday's dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt.

Argentina produce epic World Cup fightback to beat Egypt, reach quarters

07-07-2026 15:39 Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to a stunning late comeback as the reigning champions beat Egypt 3-2 on Tuesday to reach the World Cup quarter-finals; Match swung by controversial VAR call against African side.

Lionel Messi versus Mohamed Salah in World Cup last-16 showdown

07-07-2026 08:53 Argentina survived a huge scare from World Cup first-timers Cape Verde in the last 32. They will hope to resume normal service against Egypt – who have never been beyond the round of 16.

Caputo: Argentina has secured funds for 2026 debt payments

06-07-2026 15:23 Economy Minister Luis Caputo says Milei government has secured enough funds to meet this year's external debt obligations; Administration open to international markets to refinance future maturities, but not in a rush.

Argentina shuns markets for now, sees investment grade by 2031

06-07-2026 15:00 President Javier Milei’s administration is targeting investment-grade status for Argentina by the end of a potential second term in 2031, announces Economy Minister Luis Caputo.