Argentina
Argentina's Milei Feted And Criticised For Jerusalem Embassy Plan
Argentina would become one of only a handful of countries to have their embassy to Israel in Jerusalem, rather than Tel Aviv.
Argentina's Milei Leaves For Israel And To Meet Pope At Vatican
It is his first official trip, aside from a whirlwind stop at the Davos economic forum in Switzerland last month where he delivered a fiery speech slamming socialism, feminism, and social justice.
Argentine Police Battle Protesters Opposed To Sweeping Reform Bill
Argentine police fired rubber bullets Thursday to disperse protesters gathered outside Congress as lawmakers debated the new president's sweeping economic, social and political reform package.
IMF Authorizes $4.7 Bn For Argentina After Milei's 'Bold' Reforms
The International Monetary Fund on Wednesday approved a fresh $4.7 billion for Argentina, praising the new administration of President Javier Milei as he enacts "bold" cost-cutting to bring the country's ailing economy back on track.
Fire In Argentina UNESCO Park Caused By Arson: Official
A fire that destroyed around 600 hectares of a national park in Argentina was the result of arson, an official said Sunday.
Argentines Down Tools In First Major Challenge To Budget-slashing Milei
Argentine President Javier Milei faces the first major challenge to his budget-slashing policies Wednesday as workers are expected to down tools in their thousands and take to the streets in protest.
Almodóvar, Gonzalez Iñárritu Join Protest Against the Defunding Argentine Film Institute
Amid strong opposition from players in the cultural scene, the Argentine government reversed its course on this decision
From Ronaldinho to Mbappé: Lionel Messi's Best Teammates Throughout His Career
Messi has had the privilege to share teams with some of the best players of his generation. We take a look at five of them.
Warning of Peril for the Western World: A Closer Look at Milei's Davos Speech Amid Argentina's Crisis
He said some Western leaders have "abandoned the model of freedom for different versions of what we call collectivism"
Argentina's 'Anarcho-Capitalist' President Descends On Davos
Argentina's self-styled "anarcho-capitalist" leader, Javier Milei, will address the global elite in Davos on Wednesday as the eccentric libertarian seeks to restore confidence in his country's economy in his first trip abroad as president.
Argentine Government Appoints Man Who Endorsed Anti-Semitic Conspiracies as Secretary of Worship
Local outlets published a video in which Francisco Sánchez lists a series of Jewish people as "powerful people making decisions about states' sovereignty"
Lionel Messi Adds Another Award To His Vast Collection With the 2023 FIFA The Best
Other Latinos were also recognized in this year's gala such as best goalkeeper, best fan and the FIFA Fair Play award.
CONMEBOL's Road to Paris 2024 Starts: The Latin Times' 'Cartelera Futbolera' For the Jan 15-21 Week
Only two CONMEBOL teams can qualify to the Paris 2024 soccer tournament; Brazil has won the last two gold medals
Pope Francis Says He Hopes To Visit Native Argentina This Year For First Time As Pontiff
Pope Francis said that he was worried about the people in his home country as they were "suffering much" due to high inflation.
Argentine President Javier Milei Invites Pope Francis To Visit Home Country
The president said he believes the pope's trip "will bring fruits of pacification and brotherhood of all Argentines, eager to overcome our divisions and confrontations."
2023 Inflation Tops 211 Percent In Economic Crisis-torn Argentina
Argentina's annual inflation surged beyond 200 percent in 2023, the statistics agency said Thursday, as the country grapples with an economic crisis new President Javier Milei has vowed to address by slashing state spending.
Argentina Court Suspends Milei Labor Reforms
Argentine judges on Wednesday suspended labor law changes that form part of a mega-decree of sweeping economic reforms and deregulation announced by the country's new libertarian president, Javier Milei.
Claudio Echeverri Close To Joining Manchester City; The Story of Another Promising Star
Echeverri captained Argentina during their 4th-place finish at last year's FIFA U-17 World Cup
Three People Arrested in Argentina Under Suspicion of Planning a Terrorist Attack
Among the detainees is a Syrian man who was holding Colombian and Venezuelan passports
Bitcoin Surges at the Start of 2024: What Are the Expectations for the Year Ahead?
New ETFs and the halving event will push the cryptocurrency as analysts emphasize the importance of investor education
Argentina Close To Reaching Agreement With IMF Over Review Of $44B Loan Program
The $44 billion loan program agreement is aimed at providing financial assistance to Argentina to stabilize the country's economy and address its economic challenges such as inflation, fiscal deficits, and debt repayment.
Argentines Protest Milei's Economic Reforms
Thousands of Argentines took to the streets of Buenos Aires on Wednesday, clashing with police as they protested a decree of sweeping economic reform and deregulation published by President Javier Milei.
President Milei's Economic Deregulation: Argentina Opens Doors to Bitcoin Contracts
Experts explained to The Latin Times what the announcement means. "It's not a step in terms of regulation just yet"
No Jingle In Argentine Pockets As Economic Grinch Ruins Christmas
Cecilia Rojas has scoured shops across greater Buenos Aires to find an affordable gift for her children this Christmas, which is set to be a gloomy affair as the country grapples with its worst economic crisis in decades.
Argentine President Javier Milei Signs Economic Reform Decree, Plans To End Limits On Exports
The initiatives include easing government regulations and privatization of state-owned companies. Though the president didn't mention the names of any firms, he had previously supported the privatization of state-run petroleum refinery YPF.
Remembering Lionel Messi's Record-Breaking 91 Goals in 2012
Lionel Messi also won two European Golden Boots between 2012-13.
Argentina's Central Bank Changes Its Benchmark Interest Rate Amid Economic Crisis
The central bank's announcement follows President Javier Milei taking office on Dec. 10 and making the exchange rate 800 pesos per dollar, compared to the previous rate of 400 pesos per dollar.
World Champions: One Year Later, Argentina Still Dreams of that December Night in Qatar
We take a look at the repercussions of Argentina's 2022 FIFA World Cup triumph in Qatar
Israel-Hamas War: Argentine Hostage Ron Sherman is Found Dead In Gaza Strip
19-year-old Ron Sherman was part of a brigade controlling the entry of goods to Gaza. He was captured on October 7
Amid Argentina's Currency Woes, Expert Santiago Siri Lauds the Potential of Bitcoin
Milei leans towards dollarization as a solution to address inflation; Santiago Siri says the new President is "missing a tremendous opportunity"