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The Trump administration's Justice Department is under scrutiny for investigating alleged corruption in Argentina's national soccer body through a Florida-based company, despite pausing enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act after returning to office. The FBI and prosecutors are probing TourProdEnter LLC, linked to the Argentine Football Association, which denies wrongdoing. Previous administrations faced criticism for using the law to pursue international soccer corruption cases.

A flight instructor jumped from a moving plane to his death, leaving a 22-year-old student to safely land the aircraft in Toledo, Argentina. The instructor, Leandro Andrs Bertazzo, was found dead after exiting the Cessna 150 mid-flight, with no prior signs of intent to do so. The student, identified as Rosario, managed to land the plane undamaged despite the shock of the incident.

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The article explores how the World Cup fosters unexpected unity by revealing the complexity of identity through fans' diverse loyalties to teams, heritage, and players. It highlights how the tournament's national competition structure contrasts with the interconnectedness of global audiences and cultures.

The article discusses how some anti-Zionists are opposing Argentina in the World Cup quarterfinals due to Lionel Messi's alleged Zionism and Judaism, while Israelis support him. It clarifies that Messi is Catholic, countering claims about his religious affiliations.

Argentina's president will attend a rally for Flávio Bolsonaro in São Paulo on July 25 and greet jailed Jair Bolsonaro, a move seen as a snub to Lula.

Colombia's outgoing government has a budget locked at 93.7%, leaving its successor with approximately 35 trillion pesos for adjustments. The situation highlights the urgency of a July 20 tax reform. Argentina's World Cup quarter-final is also noted as a concurrent event.

Argentina faces Switzerland and Norway plays England in the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals. Lionel Messi aims to lead Argentina back to the tournament's last four.

Nexo has launched the world's first dual debit and credit crypto card in Argentina, where the government began tracking all cryptocurrency transactions for tax purposes in May.

The World Cup semi-finals are scheduled for July 18–19, with Argentina potentially facing Switzerland in a match on July 17. Peru’s president-elect will receive credentials on July 15, and Argentina’s inflation remains a highlighted topic.

Argentina's World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland is scheduled for Kansas City, while Colombia faces a legal dispute over a broken government handover, with the outgoing government filing a criminal complaint against an incoming team member.

Argentina's inflation is declining on a monthly basis but increasing annually. June's forecast ranges between 1.8% and 1.9%, down from May's 2.1% monthly rate. However, annual inflation remains at 14.7%, with a 33.2% rise over twelve months. June 2025 recorded 1.6%, the lowest monthly rate in the comparison window.

An experienced flight instructor in Argentina jumped to his death during a lesson, leaving a 22-year-old student to land the plane alone. The student safely landed the aircraft and informed authorities of the instructor's jump, which occurred at 850 feet. Authorities confirmed the instructor's death at the scene.

An experienced flight instructor in Argentina jumped to his death during a lesson, forcing a 22-year-old student pilot to land the plane safely. Authorities found his body after the incident, and the flying school reported no prior signs of his intent, though his father indicated he was struggling and had sought psychiatric help.

An experienced flight instructor in Argentina jumped to his death during a lesson, leaving a 22-year-old student to land the plane alone. The student safely landed the aircraft and informed authorities of the instructor's location, where his body was later found.

India and Australia are strengthening defense ties, highlighted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Australia. The article also covers the escalating conflict in West Asia, prison clashes in Sri Lanka, and the crash of India's Navy Drishti-10 UAV near Gujarat.

Argentine President Javier Milei stated the country is 'diametrically opposite' to the one he inherited in December 2023, during a vigil commemorating the 210th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in San Miguel de Tucumán.

A humanoid robot joined Argentina soccer fans in Miami Beach during a flag rally before a FIFA World Cup match against Cape Verde. The robot, dressed in an Argentina jersey, performed dance moves in front of fans. Argentina will face Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.

A 22-year-old student pilot safely landed a plane after her instructor jumped out of the aircraft mid-flight over Argentina, resulting in the instructor's death.

Palermo Argentinian Bistro has opened its third Manhattan location in Soho, expanding from Hell’s Kitchen and Gramercy. The new restaurant, led by partners Orhan Cakir, Carlos Barroz, and Jorge Albarracin, offers authentic Argentine cuisine, including wood-fired grill dishes and an 80% Argentine wine program. It currently serves dinner and weekend brunch, with plans to add lunch service.

A study by Argentina's Catholic University’s social debt observatory found that unemployment remained low between 2010 and 2025 due to an increase in informal self-employment, which rose from 24.1% to 29.5% between 2011-13 and 2023-25. Researchers described this trend as 'labour disintegration without open unemployment,' highlighting deteriorating job quality.

The US sanctioned a financier linked to the PCC, leading to the seizure of up to R$10.4bn in assets. Brazil’s lead prosecutor disagrees with the action, and the network’s operations span multiple countries including Brazil, the US, Portugal, Paraguay, Argentina, and Colombia.

An Argentinian flight instructor jumped out of a plane during a lesson, instructing his student to land the aircraft alone. The incident left the student pilot to handle the landing without assistance.

A 2025 decree in Argentina altered residence time requirements for citizenship and permanent residency. Citizenship now demands two years of uninterrupted residence, and leaving the country breaks this continuity. Permanent residency lapses after 12 consecutive months abroad, reduced from 24.

Argentina celebrates a World Cup victory while President Milei plans a state shutdown; Colombia experiences another penalty-related exit; President Lula confronts the Senate; and Sheinbaum faces a political challenge. The article is published by The Rio Times.

The World Cup quarter-finals begin with France facing Morocco, Argentina is set to play Switzerland on Saturday, Brazil is processing their elimination, and the Libertadores tournament is approaching. The article is published by The Rio Times.

Argentina's polar air mass has begun to ease in the center and north, with rising temperatures, while Patagonia experiences severe weather including rain, snow, and 90 km/h gusts. The National Meteorological Service has issued warnings for the far south.

A court in Argentina has ordered the provisional reinstatement of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner's widow's pension, which will amount to approximately 15.7 million pesos gross per month starting in August. The pension was suspended in late 2024 following her corruption conviction.

The Egyptian Football Association criticized officiating in Egypt's 3-2 World Cup loss to Argentina, alleging unfair and biased decisions, including a disputed Video Assistant Referee (VAR) call that nullified a goal. Egypt's coach and players expressed frustration over key incidents that influenced the game's outcome.

New York City hosted the largest maritime gathering in US history for America's 250th birthday, featuring ships from 20 countries and two active-duty US Navy ships. The event, organized by Sail4th 250, included a parade of tall ships and public tours of naval vessels from July 3 to July 8, 2026.

Argentina plans to meet its debt payments through 2027 using home-grown debt, with a $3.7bn buffer in its 2026 financing plan, aiming to reduce reliance on Wall Street. Economy minister Luis Caputo outlined the strategy as part of Argentina's financial approach.

President Javier Milei plans to send Congress structural reforms including a US-style spending cap mechanism that would halt executive spending once the budget is exhausted. The reforms also target a central bank charter overhaul to prevent excessive money printing.

The article promotes discounted tickets for a football match featuring Messi between Argentina and Switzerland. A win in the match would advance either La Albiceleste (Argentina) or Rossocrociati (Switzerland) to the semifinals.

Argentina's Economy Minister Luis Caputo is pushing banks and brokers to create a real-estate fund to revive home lending, modeled after a real-estate investment trust (REIT). However, most Argentine home buyers still pay cash, and mortgage-backed sales have declined.

Argentina's central bank met its annual dollar-buying target in six months by purchasing over $10 billion. Economy Minister Luis Caputo noted the potential to buy up to $24 billion at the current pace, but the catch is that these purchases don't reflect net reserves.

Argentine President Javier Milei plans to introduce a US-style government shutdown mechanism to limit spending once budget allocations are exhausted. The proposal is part of economic reforms aimed at relaunching his administration.

Analysts predict Argentina’s dollar will exceed 1,600 by year-end 2026, with market expectations of 30% annual inflation. June inflation is estimated at 1.8–1.9%, and the blue dollar currently stands near 1,515.

Argentina is the last Latin American team remaining at the World Cup after a comeback victory against Egypt, with a quarter-final scheduled for Saturday. Colombia's wage hike has increased visa income thresholds, and analysts have raised their economic forecasts for Argentina.

President Javier Milei proposed a bill to allow companies in Argentina to be run by artificial intelligence, replacing a corporate law from 1972. The draft requires a human administrator to oversee the AI-operated firm.

The article highlights Argentina's Messi miracle, Colombia's toxic handover and World Cup heartbreak, Chile's drought grid, and Mexico's Toyota blow. These events reflect a mix of triumph and challenges across Latin America.