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Argentina's science, technology budget falls to lowest level since 2002
Aug. 18 (UPI) -- Argentina's scientific expedition "Talud Continental IV," which live-streamed the Mar del Plata submarine canyon using the remotely operated vehicle SuBastian, became a cultural phenomenon. The recently completed mission averaged...

Soccer-Messi leads Argentina's revamped squad for Venezuela and Ecuador qualifiers
BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) -Argentina's national team unveiled a revamped 31-man squad on Monday, led by Lionel Messi, for the South American qualifiers against Venezuela and Ecuador for the 2026 World Cup. Alongside captain Messi, the squad features...

Injured All Blacks Tuipulotu, Lienert-Brown to miss 2nd Rugby Championship test in Argentina
By Canadian Press on August 18, 2025. WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Injuries to lock Patrick Tuipulotu and center Anton Lienert-Brown will force changes to New Zealand’s lineup for the second Rugby Championship test against Argentina at Buenos...

Who Will Benefit the Most From Argentina’s Shale Oil Boom?
In a shock development, crisis-prone Argentina, South America’s second-largest economy, recently emerged as the continent’s third-largest oil producer. The surge in unconventional hydrocarbon output from Vaca Muerta, one of the world's top five...

Two All Blacks ruled out of Argentina test
By Jamie Wall of RNZ Patrick Tuipulotu's involvement in the rest of the All Black season is officially on hold. Coach Scott Robertson confirmed today that the head injury he suffered in Sunday morning's 41-24 win over Argentina in Córdoba is...

All Blacks Tuipulotu, Lienert-Brown out of second Argentina test
New Zealand lock Patrick Tuipulotu and centre Anton Lienert-Brown have been ruled out of the second test against Argentina after suffering head knocks in the opener in Cordoba, coach Scott Robertson confirmed on Tuesday. Tuipulotu was taken to...

Lionel Messi Leads Argentina World Cup Qualifiers Squad After Return From Injury
Argentina squad: Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa), Geronimo Rulli (Marseille), Walter Benitez (Crystal Palace); Cristian Romero (Tottenham), Nicolas Otamendi (Benfica), Nahuel Molina (Atletico Madrid), Gonzalo Montiel (River Plate), Leonardo...

Head of U.S. Southern Command returns to Argentina
U.S. Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey, Commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), will travel to Argentina this week as part of a three-day visit, the US Embassy in Argentina informed. Holsey will conduct “key leader engagements” in Buenos Aires with...

Tabernacle Choir, Orchestra arrive for debut performances in Argentina on ‘Songs of Hope’ tour stop
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All Blacks v Argentina: Patrick Tuipulotu to return to New Zealand with facial fracture
By Liam Napier Senior Sports Journalist·NZ Herald· 19 Aug, 2025 12:45 AM2 mins to read Subscribe to listen Access to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription. Subscribe now to listen.Subscribe now Save Share Share this article Copy...

Glencore targets major copper investment in Argentina
Glencore has submitted applications for the inclusion of its El Pachón and Agua Rica projects in the Incentive Regime for Large Investments (RIGI) in Argentina. The Anglo-Swiss multinational, which fully owns both projects, is expected to invest...

Messi Included in Argentina’s 31-Man Preliminary Squad for 2026 World Cup Qualifiers
Mon 18 Aug 2025 | 07:49 PM Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has unveiled a 31-man preliminary squad ahead of the Albiceleste’s September clashes with Venezuela and Ecuador in the South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. The reigning...

All Blacks v Argentina: Scott Robertson to be patient with Rieko Ioane after wing return
Robertson’s system, though, where wingers are expected to be strong carriers of the ball as well as being prolific scorers, does leave room for a player of Ioane’s obvious class. Admittedly, just four tests into 2025 – in which Ioane has played...

Jose Manuel Lopez earns first Argentina call-up for qualifiers

Argentina drug regulator bans fake Ozempic for sale online
Argentine food and drug regulator ANMAT has banned pills that were fraudulently being sold online as the popular diabetes and weight loss drug, Ozempic. The fake Ozempic was sold as tablets, rather than the standard injection pen, and the...

Messi, Mastantuono in Argentina qualifying team
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has included Lionel Messi in his preliminary list for CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Ecuador on Sept. 4 and 9, respectively. The 31-man squad for the matches includes young talents like Real...

All Blacks v Argentina Q&A: Elliott Smith answers your questions following the opening round of the Rugby Championship
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Dangers of Economic Data Manipulation: Lessons from Greece and Argentina
The Perils of Economic Deception In an era where data drives decisions from boardrooms to central banks, the integrity of national economic statistics stands as a cornerstone of global finance. Recent events in the U.S. have sparked intense debate...

Argentina squad for September 2025 World Cup qualifiers vs. Venezuela, Ecuador
Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni has named a sizable squad for the team's final two CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers of the 2026 cycle. Lionel Messi headlines the group set to take on Venezuela and Ecuador in the last two matches of the 18-game round...

Farewell 'Portal Palermo'?: Milei set to sell off top Buenos Aires real estate
President Javier Milei's government has opened proceedings to sell off a prime part of real estate in Buenos Aires. The so-called “Portal Palermo” – a plot of land that includes a cut-through to a major avenue and a massive shopping complex that...