Buenos Aires Herald

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Center-Left

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36

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41

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41

Adorni scandal affecting government’s ‘anti-caste’ messaging

An alleged scandal involving Adorni is reported to be damaging the Milei government's messaging on anti-caste politics, with survey data showing 80% of respondents believe the allegations are tarnishing this policy position. The article frames this as a significant political liability for the administration's stated commitments.

Argentina ranks among 10 hardest countries in the world to do business in

Argentina ranks ninth globally in business complexity according to TMF Group's index, despite President Milei's deregulation efforts. The headline frames this ranking as disappointing relative to the administration's policy priorities, with the subheading emphasizing the gap between deregulation promises and actual outcomes.

Maradona death trial: star’s daughter had to be assisted after seeing autopsy images

A trial related to Diego Maradona's death heard testimony from his Cuban physician on Thursday. During the proceedings, Maradona's daughter reportedly required assistance after viewing autopsy images, indicating high emotional tension in the courtroom.

Government presses ahead with privatization of state-owned firms

Argentina's economy ministry is moving forward with the privatization of state-owned enterprises, beginning with a bid to sell the national water company Aysa. The government is pursuing this strategy to generate revenue as tax collections decline.

From star doubles player to coach, Paola Suárez is now on a new mission

Paola Suárez, a former doubles tennis champion, has transitioned to coaching the Argentine national team in the Billie Jean King Cup. The article frames her new role as a mission focused on developing emerging talent within the national program.

IMF to approve a US$1 billion disbursement for Argentina next week

The IMF is expected to approve a US$1 billion disbursement for Argentina following the second review of an extended fund facility program. The article is a brief announcement of this expected financial transaction with minimal additional detail or context.

BTS, Shakira and Madonna to headline World Cup final halftime show

FIFA announced BTS, Shakira, and Madonna will headline the World Cup final halftime show, replacing the traditional closing ceremony. The description notes this change is generating controversy, but provides minimal detail on the nature or scope of that controversy.

Inflation in April dips to 2.6%, first drop in 11 months

Buenos Aires Herald reports that April inflation in Argentina declined to 2.6%, marking the first monthly drop in 11 months. However, the year-over-year accumulated inflation stands at 32.4%, indicating sustained long-term price pressure despite the monthly improvement.

National Bank of Genetic Data warns lack of budget prevents it from taking samples

The National Bank of Genetic Data in Argentina reports it lacks sufficient budget to process DNA samples for judicial requests related to crimes against humanity and missing children cases from the dictatorship era. The institution states this budgetary constraint prevents it from fulfilling its mandate in cases involving stolen children.

Torneo Apertura 2026: The semifinals are here, can River make it all the way?

The Argentine Football League's Apertura 2026 tournament has reached the semifinals, with River Plate competing in the final stages. The article frames River's participation as a potential 'comeback' achievement, using optimistic language about their championship prospects.

Patagonia workers project to be big winners in Milei’s economic plan

The article reports that Patagonia region is attracting significant investment and job creation under Argentina's RIGI (Régimen de Incentivo a Grandes Inversiones) economic incentive program under President Milei's administration. The southern region is described as leading in announced projects under this framework.

Get Out!: French flavors, vintage subway rides and Paco & Ca7riel

A weekly entertainment and events guide for Buenos Aires featuring cultural activities including European street fairs, Welsh history exhibits, drag bingo, vinyl cafés, street food vendors, and concerts ranging from tango reinterpretations to electronic music.

Milei applies chainsaw to public transport amid questions to austerity plan

President Milei has implemented fare increases for public transport as part of his austerity agenda. The article reports that his public image is declining and suggests further negative impact is expected from these fare increases.

Public university march sees thousands protest across the country

A public university march drew thousands of protesters across Argentina. The article emphasizes that teachers have experienced a 45% loss of purchasing power since November 2023 under Milei's austerity policies.

Forensic anthropologists identify 17 dictatorship victims in Córdoba military field

Forensic anthropologists identified 17 victims of Argentina's military dictatorship in a mass grave at a Córdoba military field. The judiciary announced the identifications at a press conference attended by relatives, with a family member expressing emotional relief at the discovery.

Buenos Aires embraces immersive exhibitions and virtual reality expos

This article reports on Buenos Aires experiencing a boom in immersive art exhibitions and virtual reality experiences covering topics from art masters to ancient civilizations. The story highlights visitor numbers reaching 380,000 for these high-tech cultural shows. The piece presents this as a new entertainment niche gaining popularity in the city's cultural landscape.

50th Buenos Aires Book Fair sees record crowds while sales lag

The 50th Buenos Aires Book Fair attracted record attendance but experienced sluggish sales, revealing a bifurcated market where large publishers succeed while smaller players face difficulties. The story frames this as a polarized industry dynamic rather than a unified economic challenge.

Argentine retail sales down 3.2% in April, with household defaults at a 20-year high

Argentine retail sales declined 3.2% in April while household loan delinquency reached a 20-year high, according to private surveys and Central Bank data. The report indicates consumers are reducing spending and shifting toward cheaper products amid economic pressure.

12-year-old Faustino Oro secures final requirement, becomes chess Grandmaster

A 12-year-old Argentine chess player, Faustino Oro, achieved the final performance rating requirement to attain the Grandmaster title, the highest rank in competitive chess. The article reports this accomplishment with minimal elaboration on the specific achievement or context.

Argentina’s country risk drops below 500 points for first time since January

Argentina's country risk index fell below 500 points for the first time since January, driven by rising sovereign bond prices following a recent credit rating upgrade. The article frames this as a positive economic development without providing context on underlying conditions or alternative interpretations.

Hantavirus cruise cases rise to seven but WHO says infection risks are ‘low’

Seven cases of hantavirus have been confirmed among passengers aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship departing from Argentina. All remaining passengers disembarked in Spain on Sunday for repatriation, while the WHO has characterized infection risks as 'low.'

Lionel Scaloni announces Argentina 2026 World Cup long list

Coach Lionel Scaloni has announced a 55-player long list for Argentina's 2026 World Cup squad. The roster includes notable surprises and represents an early, non-final selection ahead of the tournament beginning in June.

PRO distances itself from government amid Adorni scandal

Mauricio Macri's PRO party, a government ally, issued a statement distancing itself from an Adorni scandal while claiming continued support for the Milei administration. The party signaled it will not endorse actions it deems wrong, marking a notable shift in coalition dynamics.

Torneo Apertura 2026: Who’s facing who for a spot in the semis?

The article previews quarterfinal matchups for the Torneo Apertura 2026 tournament occurring Tuesday and Wednesday. It frames the upcoming games as containing both favored outcomes and surprising results without providing specific team names or detailed analysis.

Mercosur-EU deal is partially underway. That doesn’t mean negotiations are over

A Mercosur-EU trade agreement became partially operational on May 1, with the trade segment now active. However, the article frames this milestone as incomplete, emphasizing that significant hurdles remain before the agreement's full benefits can be realized.

Argentina’s inflation may be hitting pause. Economists aren’t ready to celebrate

Argentina's monthly inflation rate appears to have slowed to 2.4-2.6% in April, marking the first monthly deceleration in nearly a year. Despite this potential positive sign, economists are cautiously skeptical about drawing optimistic conclusions from the data.

Dictatorship doc sparks denialism debate within Argentine film community

A documentary by Juan Villegas titled 'Not to Kill' about guerrilla victims from Argentina's 1970s dictatorship has sparked debate within the film community, with accusations that it aligns with the Milei administration's controversial human rights positions. The article frames this as a 'denialism debate' without providing substantial detail on the documentary's actual content or the specific accusations.

The Vaca Muerta boom has a job creation problem

An article arguing that Argentina's Vaca Muerta oil and gas development, despite economic growth, is destroying more jobs than it creates through a new employment model. The piece frames the boom as problematic for workers despite industry expansion.

Paolo Rocca steps down as Tenaris CEO

Paolo Rocca, long-time leader of Grupo Techint, is stepping down as CEO of Tenaris but remaining as chairman and holding president. Gabriel Podskubka will assume the CEO role. The article provides minimal detail on circumstances, timing, or strategic implications.

Maradona death trial: autopsy showed the star suffered ‘about 12 hours of agony’

A forensic scientist testifying in the Maradona death trial claims the autopsy evidence shows the footballer experienced approximately 12 hours of agony before death, with symptoms that could not have developed in just one or two days. The testimony is presented as key evidence in an ongoing legal proceeding examining the circumstances of Maradona's death.

Industry activity in March registers first Y-o-Y rise in nine months

Argentine industry activity increased 5% year-over-year in March, marking the first annual growth in nine months. However, the headline frames this positive development as insufficient, emphasizing that Q1 cumulative decline remains unresolved despite this monthly improvement.

Get Out! French food, Palermo partying and restaurant pop-ups

This appears to be a cultural events listing promoting various entertainment activities in Buenos Aires for the week, including French food collaborations, parties in Palermo, restaurant pop-ups, poetry events, live film scores, DJ sets, and blockbuster soundtracks. The content is presented as a lifestyle/entertainment guide rather than news reporting.

Milei backs Adorni and says Chief of Staff will offer proof of his innocence

President Milei publicly supports his Chief of Staff Adorni amid illicit enrichment accusations, stating he does not 'execute innocents' and claiming Adorni will provide proof of innocence. The report notes that Patricia Bullrich is simultaneously applying pressure on Adorni, creating internal tension within the administration.

Hantavirus cruise company says 29 passengers disembarked before the outbreak was confirmed

Oceanwide Expeditions released a statement clarifying that 29 passengers disembarked at Saint Helena Island before a hantavirus outbreak was officially confirmed on their cruise ship. The company's press release tied the passenger departure to the removal of the first victim's body from the vessel.

Dictatorship repressor sentenced to life Eduardo Ruffo paroled

A person named Eduardo Ruffo, described as a dictatorship-era repressor involved in kidnapping, torture, and child abduction at Automotores Orletti, has been sentenced to life imprisonment but was subsequently paroled. The headline creates tension by juxtaposing the life sentence with parole.

What Milei has cut, in numbers

Argentine President Milei's austerity program has achieved inflation control and fiscal balance through deep spending cuts, but faces declining popularity two years in as easy targets are exhausted and remaining cuts grow more painful.

Argentine actor’s rape sentence upheld, with semi-open detention in Brazil

Argentine actor Juan Darthés' rape conviction and six-year prison sentence have been upheld on appeal by a Brazilian court. The sentence includes semi-open detention status. The conviction stems from allegations that Darthés raped actress Thelma Fardin in 2009 when she was 16 years old.

Who is Trueno, the Argentine hip-hop star performing at Jimmy Fallon’s

A brief profile of Trueno, a 24-year-old Argentine hip-hop artist, announcing his performance on Jimmy Fallon's show. The article highlights his international success and collaboration with Damon Albarn from Blur.

Maradona death trial: forensic experts clash with defense argument

During a trial related to Diego Maradona's death, three forensic specialists testified that evidence indicates prolonged suffering, contradicting the defense's narrative. The testimony centers on the medical/forensic interpretation of Maradona's condition at the time of death.

International financial outlets warn about Milei’s plummeting popularity amid economic slowdown

Buenos Aires Herald reports that The Economist and Financial Times have documented declining approval for Argentine President Milei amid economic slowdown, inflation, and corruption scandals. The article attributes this coverage to international financial media observations rather than presenting original reporting.

Fitch upgrades Argentina’s debt rating to B-

Fitch raised Argentina's debt rating from CCC+ to B-, citing improved fiscal and external conditions. The agency acknowledged inflation risks as a remaining concern in its assessment.

New drop in tax revenue shows that Milei’s chainsaw is running out of room

Argentina's tax revenue fell 4% in April, marking the ninth consecutive monthly decline under President Milei's administration. The article frames this as constraining the government's ability to continue cutting public spending, using metaphorical language about a 'chainsaw running out of room.'

Milo J’s Tiny Desk Concert reaffirms Argentine artists’ global reach

A 19-year-old Argentine singer Milo J performed at NPR's Tiny Desk Concert, which the author frames as evidence of Argentina's emerging generation of internationally successful artists. The piece highlights broader trends of Argentine musicians gaining global recognition through tours, collaborations, and mainstream media appearances.

Main suspect in triple femicide is extradited to Argentina

Tony Janzen Valverde, a suspect in three femicides, was extradited from Peru to Argentina to face charges related to the deaths of Morena Verdi, Brenda del Castillo, and Lara Gutiérrez in 2025. The brief report documents the procedural handover between nations.

The Torneo Apertura playoffs kick off this weekend: Here’s all you need to know

The Torneo Apertura playoffs begin this weekend with single-game elimination matches to determine the tournament winner. The article provides informational guidance on the upcoming matches in what appears to be Argentine football coverage.

Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo story named Pulitzer Prize finalist

A book by Haley Cohen Gilliland about the Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo's search for abducted grandchildren has been named a Pulitzer Prize finalist. The work, titled 'A Flower Traveled in My Blood', advanced to the top 3 in the prestigious US award competition.

Contractor reveals Adorni spent US$245,000 on house reforms

A contractor testifying in an illicit enrichment investigation alleged that Adorni spent $245,000 on house renovations, including a pool with a waterfall. The report relies on a single witness account during an official inquiry without providing Adorni's response or additional corroboration.

Criminal complaint targets government over alleged misuse of Nucleoeléctrica funds

Deputy Esteban Paulón filed a criminal complaint against the government regarding alleged misuse of funds at Nucleoeléctrica, prompted by an administrative report to Congress documenting irregular expense card usage.

Three dead in cruise that parted from Argentina in suspected hantavirus outbreak

A cruise ship departing from Argentina has experienced deaths linked to a suspected hantavirus outbreak, with the WHO confirming at least one infected passenger boarded in Tierra del Fuego. The article reports three fatalities but provides minimal additional detail about the outbreak's scope or timeline.

Squeezed at both ends: young Argentines drop out of work as retirees go back

Argentina's labor market is experiencing demographic and economic strain, with young workers withdrawing from employment while retirees are returning to work. The article attributes this shift to wage compression, pension inadequacy, and economic conditions under President Milei's administration.

Adorni faces the press again as journalists allowed back into Casa Rosada

The Argentine government has lifted a ban on journalists entering Casa Rosada (the presidential palace) that was imposed after one journalist was accused of spying. While media access is being restored, new press restrictions have been implemented in its place.

‘Mafalda’ original publisher Ediciones de la Flor shuts down

Ediciones de la Flor, a 60-year-old Argentine publisher known for publishing Mafalda, announced it will cease operations this year. The closure follows the loss of key authors and broader industry difficulties.

The disappeared: What we knew and what we still don’t

This article examines what is and isn't known about victims of Argentina's dictatorship, focusing on the incompleteness of information available both during and after the period. The piece acknowledges significant gaps in historical documentation regarding the regime's systematic disappearances.

Government wants to slash the weather service. Can it function with 30% less staff?

The government has announced plans to cut 240 positions (30%) at the National Meteorological Service. Workers are warning that flights and emergency alerts will be affected by these cuts.

The loneliest deer in the Andes — and the debate over rewilding

A lone huemul deer has returned to Patagonia, sparking regional debate over human intervention in species rewilding efforts. The article frames this as a 'reckoning' that forces consideration of conservation strategy trade-offs.

Franco Colapinto secured his best-ever F1 result: What comes next?

Franco Colapinto, an Argentine F1 driver, achieved his best career result by placing 7th at the Miami Grand Prix following a month-long break and participation in a Buenos Aires exhibition. The article suggests positive momentum ahead for his racing career.

Milei said job creation has surpassed lost employment. Here’s what the numbers show

President Milei claims job creation has exceeded employment losses, citing a rise in informal work as evidence. The article presents this claim alongside economist skepticism about the decline in formal employment, creating tension between the president's narrative and expert concern.