LOOTING ATTACKS Inflation or politics? Nation hit by wave of looting 24-08-2023 17:28 Since last Friday, groups of people, sometimes dozens at a time, have forced their way into supermarkets and other stores. But who's behind the unrest?
MINING Newmont to invest US$540 million in gold mine, Argentina says 31-05-2023 20:54 Newmont Corp, the world's largest gold producer, plans to invest about US$540 million in its Cerro Negro mine in Argentina.
CURRENCY WOES Chileans, Uruguayans cross border to take advantage of low prices 04-05-2023 18:27 Citizens from neighbouring countries cross borders to go shopping; Increased visitor numbers seen in Mendoza, Río Negro and Entre Ríos as day-trippers cash in on currency woes.
CAMPAIGN COMMENTS PRO or provincial? 21-04-2023 09:56 Does the end of six decades of one-party rule in Neuquén mark a new era for the province now and for the nation later this year? by Michael Soltys
ELECTIONS 2023 ‘Historic triumph’ in Neuquén governor’s race as MPN loses power 17-04-2023 00:58 Notable results in gubernatorial races in twin Patagonian provinces of Neuquén and Río Negro as 2023 elections get underway; MPN loses control of Neuquén after 60 years in power as Rolando Figueroa secures victory; Alberto Weretilneck returns in Río Negro after four-year absence.
CAMPAIGN COMMENTS Of palindromes and black rivers (and this city) 15-04-2023 06:36 It’s impossible to ignore the fireworks over this city’s electoral system, but we should also cast an eye down south – this year’s voting begins in earnest with tomorrow’s provincial elections in Neuquén and Río Negro. by Michael Soltys
And that reminds me Keeping up with the Jones Hualas 22-10-2021 22:09 Jones Huala is the wrong poster boy for the indigenous cause but that should not disqualify this extremely fundamental and sensitive issue. by Michael Soltys