James Grainger

Lionel Messi scored both goals in Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria, securing the Albiceleste's place in the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup.

Rod Schejtman, the composer Lalo Schifrin designated as his artistic heir, now carries Argentina’s national brand to the world’s concert halls.

According to INDEC, 1.1 million people are out of work and searching for jobs; Those in employment represent 44.8% of the population, equivalent to 13.5 million people.

Since Trump returned to the White House a year and a half ago, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Honduras have either shifted to the right or confirmed an existing conservative turn.

The right has won elections from Argentina to Honduras. But experts see little evidence of a structural ideological shift. Instead, they point to a political landscape that favours anti-establishment outsider candidates.

Gross domestic product expanded 0.7% compared to the previous quarter, above analyst forecasts, even as unemployment rose and wages trailed inflation.

Argentine military bishop who met with pontiff at the Vatican this week says the itinerary is "practically defined" – though the Holy See has yet to issue an official announcement.

GDP rose 2.3% in the first quarter of 2026 year-on-year, driven by exports and extractive industries, but unemployment is up, bank defaults have hit a 20-year high and manufacturing is contracting.

Economy expands but gains aren't shared

Milei administration pays off Argentina’s outstanding US$15.6-million debt with the United Nations as campaigning for Rafael Grossi's secretary-general candidacy enters key stretch.