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Everything ForecastGeo has ingested that places a story in Argentina — 449 articles from 34 publishers.
What the reports say
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Argentina regarding the third review of its US$20-billion financing programme, which could unlock about US$900 million for President Javier Milei’s government, pending final approval from the fund’s Executive Board in early December.
Source: IMF backs Milei’s reforms in third review of Argentina deal (Buenos Aires Times)
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President Javier Milei's spokesman stated that the Argentine leader will not issue an official statement congratulating Brazil’s Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his re-election due to ideological differences.
Source: Milei will not congratulate Lula on re-election, spokesman says (Buenos Aires Times)
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Forensic anthropologists have identified the remains of at least 38 victims from Argentina’s last military dictatorship in its ‘Dirty War’.
Source: Argentina identifies dozens of victims killed in its ‘Dirty War’ (Al Jazeera)
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The Milei government is attempting to change its economic model from one based on consumer-led growth from a protected, low-productivity industry to one focused on export-led growth that is more open to the world.
Source: When expansion is not growth (Buenos Aires Times)
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Lionel Scaloni has reportedly agreed with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) to continue leading the national team until 2030, with an initial agreement being for a two-year contract until 2028 that includes a renewal clause.
Source: Reports: Scaloni agrees to extend Argentina contract until 2030 (Buenos Aires Times)
Written by gemma-4-E4B-it-qat-UD-Q4_K_XL at 2026-10-28 07:33 UTC. Each bullet restates one of the articles below and links to it; bullets that did not cite a real article were discarded.
Every story
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Netanyahu and Smotrich said to meet to coordinate efforts following election
Argentina’s Milei congratulates Netanyahu on ‘great victory’ at election * Central Elections Committee publishes final election results, Knesset set to be sworn in on November 10
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S&P 500 heads for first loss in four days as Alphabet, Caterpillar crack after earnings: Live updates
Alphabet reported a disappointing third quarter, and shares tumbled.
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Private jet firm used by Flávio Bolsonaro previously sparked scandal for Milei
Bolsonaro flew on a Gulfstream operated by Baires Fly SA after crossing into Argentina; Firm's manager was accused by prosecutors last year of involvement in ANDIS graft scandal. Leer más
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Barcelona fined £503 over approach for Alvarez
Barcelona are fined 602 euros (£503) following a complaint by Atletico Madrid over contact the club made with striker Julian Alvarez.
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IMF backs Milei’s reforms in third review of Argentina deal
Agreement paves the way for a disbursement of approximately US$900 million, pending final approval by the Fund’s executive board. Leer más
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Milei will not congratulate Lula on re-election, spokesman says
President Javier Milei will not issue an official statement congratulating Brazil's Lula on re-election as he is "not a hypocrite," says spokesperson. Leer más
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Argentina identifies dozens of victims killed in its ‘Dirty War’
Forensic anthropologists have identified the remains of at least 38 victims of Argentina’s last military dictatorship.
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When expansion is not growth
The Milei government seeks to transform a model of consumer-led growth supplied by a protected industry with low productivity into one of export-led growth more open to the world. Leer más
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Being Javier Milei
The President is out there doing politics on behalf of the global far-right movement that has taken the world by storm. Leer más
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Argentina drops investigation into President Milei over crypto fraud
Javier Milei had denied acting fraudulently when a cryptocurrency nosedived after he deleted a social media post about it.
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Emirati diplomat could become next UN chief despite human rights concerns
Human rights defenders are sounding the alarm over the United Arab Emirates’ nomination of its former envoy Lana Nusseibeh to be the next UN Secretary General. They say electing a diplomat from the…
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New Caledonia pro-independence leaders boycott EU critical minerals deal
Pro-independence leaders have boycotted the signing of a strategic partnership deal on critical raw materials between the European US and the French Pacific territory.
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Reports: Scaloni agrees to extend Argentina contract until 2030
World Cup-winning coach has agreed a new deal with the AFA, with an initial two-year contract and a renewal clause that could extend his time in charge of the national team to 2030. Leer más
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Palmeiras Reach Libertadores Final
Palmeiras won the shootout 5-3 against Fluminense on Wednesday and reach the Copa Libertadores final on 28 November in Montevideo.
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Maradona’s doctor was made ‘scapegoat’ for his death, court told
Defence lawyers defend clients against negligence charges as trial nears climax; Seven healthcare professionals who treated and cared for late star in dock, with prosecutors seeking sentences of…
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Pope Leo XIV needs no further lung cancer treatment, Vatican says
Pope Leo XIV, 71, will require no further treatment for lung cancer after tests confirmed the disease was localised, the Vatican said Wednesday. The pontiff underwent surgery last week to remove part…
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Latin American Pulse for Monday, October 19, 2026
Latin America Pulse: Brazil's bitter runoff debate and Benito di Paula's death set the tone, while Mexico, Chile, and Argentina feel distinct anxieties.
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Villa's Manzambi shows Newcastle what they missed out on
Aston Villa are a side back in form, with Johan Manzambi scoring the winner against a Newcastle team he turned down to move to Villa Park.
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‘Peronism will return to power in Argentina,’ declares Kicillof at loyalty day rally
Buenos Aires Province governor and Máximo Kirchner stage separate Peronist Loyalty Day rallies, exposing the divisions among opposition ahead of next year’s presidential election. Leer más
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Portillo Avalanche Kills 4 in Chile’s Andes
A Portillo avalanche in Chile's Andes killed four people and injured four on 17 October 2026, Senapred said, with eight people involved.
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Pope's surgeon details operating on "ideal patient" after lung cancer discovered
Pope Leo XIV was undergoing an examination for another reason when doctors discovered a tumor on his right lung, his doctor said.
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All seven candidates to lead UN receive Security Council veto in informal poll
All seven candidates to lead the United Nations received a vote of "discourage," effectively a veto, from a permanent UN Security Council member in the latest informal poll, a diplomat said Friday.
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Ahead of Brazil's presidential runoff, meet Bolsonaro 2.0
Former President Jair Bolsonaro is under house arrest, but his political movement lives on in his son Flávio. Who is he?
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Latin America Sports Daily for Saturday, October 17, 2026
Copa Libertadores semi-final first legs: Palmeiras beat Fluminense at the Maracanã and Flamengo draw with Estudiantes. Second legs set for next week.
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Latin American Pulse for Saturday, October 17, 2026
Latin America Pulse: Brazil's runoff tightens as Flávio shifts on the economy. Mexico-US flights, a Chile-Bolivia thaw, Argentina and Cuba's power cuts.
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Clashes erupt at Argentine student protests against President Milei's austerity policies
Demonstrators clashed with police as President Javier Milei's decision not to release funding for universities brought students and employees to the streets. Protesters say the country's future is at…
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Peronist Loyalty Day
Defining Peronism is an elusive exercise ultimately surpassing the space available to this column – its founder liked to say: “When I define, I exclude.” Leer más
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Stories that caught our eye: October 9 to 16
A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina. Leer más
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Lula and Milei in the mirror
While in Brazil, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s chances of re-election are extremely slim despite what appears to be a situation of economic strength, in Argentina, President Javier Milei is…
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Marcha Federal: Protesters, police clash at demo outside Congress
Dozens of hooded demonstrators clash with police outside Congress after peaceful march attended by students, teachers, university staff, unionists and opposition politicians. Leer más
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Pope Leo's cancer operation already reshaping his papacy
Questions are swirling about how Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer operation could change his papacy, less than two years after his election. Leer más
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Lula Campaign Says Meta AI Favours Rival
Lula's campaign escalated its fight with Meta on Wednesday, telling Brazil's election court that Meta AI on WhatsApp favours his rival, Flávio Bolsonaro.
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Argentina's government prepares for possibility Pope Leo may not visit
Officials publicly insist preparations for the papal visit are continuing, but Javier Milei and his top spokesman have acknowledged that the dates could change. Other government sources believe the…
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Prosecution arguments conclude in Diego Maradona death trial
Closing arguments by prosecutors and the family’s lawyers; Lawyers seek prison terms of up to 16 years for six of seven defendants; Defence due to present its case next week. Leer más
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Wilcox the target again in another damaging Man Utd fallout
Lisandro Martinez's explosive comments after Manchester United's Champions League defeat by Atletico Madrid turn the spotlight back on director of football Jason Wilcox.
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Why Martinez highlighted Manchester United’s woes in Madrid meltdown
Amid Premier and Champions League woes, Man United players and fans ponder how preseason optimism has turned to despair.
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Argentina’s President Has a Dog Psychic. Meet Celia Melamed.
In Argentina, many people try to read the mind of the president. Celia Melamed read the mind of his dogs.
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Latin America Sports Daily for Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Fluminense host Palmeiras in the Copa Libertadores semi-final first leg tonight at the Maracanã. Flamengo lead Brazil's Série A by one point.
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Latin American Pulse for Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Latin America pulse: Argentina's inflation stays below 2%, Brazil's runoff tightens, and currencies wobble before US data. Read the mood of the continent.
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J7 global task force convenes in London to discuss combating global antisemitism
The multi-day summit comes as the J7’s latest annual report found that 2025 was the deadliest year for Jews living outside Israel since 1994.