Buenos Aires Times
July 2026
Criminal tourism: Inside the Chilean burglary network targeting sports stars
Argentina is their gateway because they cross the border using forged documents before travelling on to the United States, Mexico or Canada with the help of a 'coyote,'
They all tell the same story: 'My dad robbed, my uncle robbed, my brother robbed.' That's the trade they grow up with in the neighbourhoods they come from,
They're not opportunists. This is something they learn from a young age,
They’re young, there are minors. They’re between 15 and 30, the older ones do other hits, such as robbing jewellery stores,
Look at what my uncle did, he bought his mum a house, he has cars, he has money.”
They don't have a boss. They operate as a network."
'They don't have bosses': The detective hunting Chile's 'criminal tourists'
They do their homework, just like us in the police stalk them in our cars. They watch the movements, the changing of the guard for several days; they prefer it when homes are in a hilly or wooded area or in a golf course, making their getaway easier,
Those rolling in cash become a sort of saint for them, though I don’t like to use that word. They buy a home for their mother, a car and the entire neighbourhood looks up to them,
They’re kids, even underage. They usually range from 15 to 30 years of age,
From Tandil break-in to FBI probe — How Del Potro burglary went global
They were among the FBI’s most wanted suspects for being part of a gang specialising in the robbery of the homes of famous NFL and NBA sports stars in the United States, and they were being investigated by the PDI,
Milei signs decree allowing Argentina to bar or expel foreigners over 'hate speech'
The measure was announced by the Office of the President of the Argentine Republic (OPRA) in response to what it described as "recent displays of hostility" towards the country
In light of recent displays of hostility toward the Argentine Republic and Argentines, the national government reaffirms that the defence of the nation, its citizens and its symbols is non-negotiable,
Who put the most money into this anti-Argentina campaign? The Brazilian government. Twenty-five percent of the funding came from the Brazilian government,
The Office of the President announces that President Javier G. Milei has signed a Decree of Necessity and Urgency establishing as grounds for denying entry to or expelling from the national territory any foreigner who directs or incites messages of hatred, discrimination and/or violence against the Argentine people or its citizens on the basis of their nationality, as well as anyone who insults national symbols,
Who are they? They are the progressive leaders who don't want the ideas of freedom to succeed,
FIFA to probe Argentina over World Cup final ill-discipline, Malvinas banner
Paredes is the most heavily implicated after being charged with three counts following the prosecutor's report
In accordance with the FIFA Disciplinary Code, the accused have been given the opportunity to present their position, after which the FIFA Disciplinary Committee will issue a decision at a later date,
Seven killed in helicopter crash in San Juan Province
IMF chief visits Argentina's Vaca Muerta shale field
We showed her first-hand the country's energy transformation and Argentina's enormous potential to become a global energy exporter,
There has been outstanding performance in the oil, gas, mining and agricultural sectors. That strong performance is based on confidence in the Argentine economy,
Argentina snaps dollar-buying streak day after IMF hailed policy
IMF chief visits Milei as Argentina’s US$57-billion bill comes due
We may be on a good track for Argentina to join the club of emerging markets that have borrowed from the Fund, reformed their economies and borrowed no more,
The country may be beginning to exit the cycle,
If Argentina can come up with the dollars it needs to pay back the IMF and bondholders and other creditors, and if Milei emerges victorious in next year’s elections, the cycle will be broken,
The ultimate success will depend on whether the reforms momentum continues and becomes entrenched over several election cycles,
IMF boss hails 'much sounder' Argentine economy under Milei
What we have today, by all indicators, is a much sounder picture
No to paying foreign debt."
More pain or gain with Spain?
As in Italy in 1990, just a single goal frustrating an Argentine bid to keep its title — last Sunday marked the fourth time since then that a defending champion has been denied a repeat at the final hurdle, an experience shared by Brazil (in 1998) and France (in Qatar)
Vista Energy joins Milei's RIGI investment incentive scheme
The firm has pledged to plough US$5.8 billion into drilling 336 wells in over 10,000 hectares of the northern reaches of Vaca Muerta shale deposits with the aim of producing a daily 50,000 barrels of oil — almost a third of the company’s current total production
Milei outlines Central Bank reform bill aimed at monetary discipline
The obscenity of its record makes it unavoidable to debate whether a Central Bank should exist at all and, if so, under what rules it should operate,
Experience shows that every abrupt dismissal has been linked to attempts to secure a more lenient monetary policy,
IMF leader Georgieva to visit Milei in Argentina
Stories that caught our eye: July 18 to 25
Pride can also come after a fall — after seven victories in seven matches and thrilling a nation, Argentina lost last Sunday’s World Cup final in New Jersey 1-0, completely outplayed by Spain with the chief merit of the defending champions being to take the match into extra time with tenacious defence and brilliant goalkeeping
The risk of Argentina not complying has diminished significantly,... The political risk continues to be a key limitation on the rating” in
Washington does not take up positions over symbols exhibited by fans at sporting events.”
Brazil recalls ambassador to Argentina after Milei attacks Lula, judge
On Saturday, Milei attended the event that formally confirmed Flávio Bolsonaro as the presidential candidate as his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, is under house arrest after being convicted over an attempted coup
And then they come and talk about interference, when they played a very active role in the 2023 campaign,
Brazil recalls ambassador to Argentina over Milei's 'insults' at Bolsonaro rally
Brazil has recalled its ambassador to Argentina for consultations in response to “insults” uttered by President Javier Milei during a visit to São Paulo
It is unacceptable for a foreign head of state to visit our country and address its constitutional institutions in a disrespectful manner,
We have seen how our nation went from being a world power to being plunged into poverty by the shitty left,
What Brazilians decide at the ballot box in the short term will undoubtedly have consequences for decades to come,
I had a neighbour who interfered in Argentine politics in an attempt to twist history in favour of the shitty lefties,
Their modus operandi is to create economic imbalances with the short-term objective of retaining votes and holding onto power. Then, when they lose, the right takes office and has to solve all those problems,
Brazil's right-wing party nominates Bolsonaro's son to battle Lula
Far-right firebrand Jair Bolsonaro anointed his eldest son Flavio as his political heir after being sentenced to 27 years in prison for plotting a coup following his 2022 election loss to Lula
I firmly believe there is no one else capable of putting an end to the Lula risk hanging over Brazil,
I may be calmer, more cheerful, more composed and more moderate, but Bolsonaro blood flows here!"
Any insinuation of a 'ploy' to undermine a democratic nation's election is a baseless lie."
We would have liked our candidate to be Jair Bolsonaro, but today Flavio is the best choice,
Milei tests his right-wing magic on Flavio Bolsonaro’s shaky campaign in Brazil
The blue wave is coming to Brazil,... led by Flávio Bolsonaro.”
In defence of Argentine culture and football
A world without cup
The return of the ugly Argentine
Nicolás Otamendi retires from Argentina's national team after World Cup
I dreamed as a boy of wearing the Argentina shirt and I defended it with all my heart,
Don't let one defeat take away your hope."
AFA says US authorities did not detain Claudio ‘Chiqui’ Tapia
The pair were reportedly detained for questioning and had their electronic devices seized by US authorities, before being summoned to appear in court regarding AFA's international contracts
Tearful fights, edible offerings — a glimpse into the Diego Maradona death trial
The defendants, who insist Maradona died of natural causes, have spent months in a courtroom alongside the footballer's distraught daughters
It's impossible to stop them like children, all the time,