Politics

Wednesday, March 25th 2015 - 06:53 UTC
Pro and against Kirchner rallies on 29th anniversary of 1976 military coup

Human rights, political and social organizations commemorated on Tuesday 24 March the 29th anniversary of the military dictatorship that killed anywhere from 9.000 to 30,000 people, marking the beginning of one the darkest period in Argentina's modern history.
Wednesday, March 25th 2015 - 06:39 UTC
Argentina as a 'live threat' to the Falklands, triggers fury from Buenos Aires

The government of President Cristina Fernandez accused the United Kingdom of using an alleged Argentine threat to the Falkland/Malvinas Islands in order to boost its military budget, while also claiming that the archipelago has been turned into an electoral campaign issue.
Wednesday, March 25th 2015 - 06:27 UTC
Falklands: no surge in troop numbers but upgraded infrastructure and £180 million in ten years

United Kingdom Defense Secretary Michael Fallon has dispelled media reports suggesting a surge in troop numbers was likely. Fallon on Tuesday outlined £180 million infrastructure spending plans, but told MPs numbers would remain at around 1,200 military and civilian personnel.
Tuesday, March 24th 2015 - 05:16 UTC
Holdouts of Argentine-law bonds 'reach agreement' with Griesa and Citibank

Paul Singer-controlled NML Capital said that the hedge fund, as well as other holders of Argentine debt, made a deal with Citibank regarding the legal dispute at New York courts over Argentine-law bonds.
Tuesday, March 24th 2015 - 05:08 UTC
Brazilian economy on path to biggest contraction since 1990, says central bank survey

Financial experts expect Brazil's economy to shrink 0.83% in 2015, its biggest contraction since 1990, and inflation to climb to 8.12%, its highest level since 2003, according to the results of a Central Bank survey released on Monday.
Tuesday, March 24th 2015 - 04:55 UTC
Falklands' defense review full statement from Secretary Fallon expected soon

A statement from UK Defense secretary Michael Fallon relative to the Falkland Islands' garrison is expected sometime this week, according to reports in the British media. The Falklands' military response capacity has been a matter of much ongoing debate among analysts and former officers, as Argentina allegedly is involved in increased military expenditure.
Tuesday, March 24th 2015 - 04:36 UTC
Argentines fly the flag in South Georgia, 33 years ago

Ushuaia daily Diario Fin del Mundo recalls that 33 years ago on 19 March 1982, the Argentine navy transport vessel ARA Bahía Buen Suceso landed in South Georgia a party of workers on contract to dismantle remains of the whaling station, and on arriving raised the Argentine flag. An incident which was to lead to the full-fledged conflict the following month.
Monday, March 23rd 2015 - 22:51 UTC
New Antarctic affairs academic journal, sponsored by ASOC and Agenda Antarctica

The Journal of Antarctic Affairs is the new academic magazine of the Antarctic and Southern Ocean Coalition (ASOC) and Agenda Antarctica. The Journal aims to publish and disseminate the most prominent and influential research in relation to Antarctica by publishing articles, reviews and official documents in both English and Spanish twice a year.
Monday, March 23rd 2015 - 19:55 UTC
UN calls for global unity in pursuit of better water access for all

As the perils of climate change increasingly threaten the planet, the international community must unite in “a spirit of urgent cooperation” to address the many water-related challenges facing humanity, United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon declared on Sunday.
Monday, March 23rd 2015 - 19:43 UTC
Falklands will celebrate Queen's birthday parade April 21st

On Tuesday 21 April the Falkland Islands will be holding a parade to celebrate the birthday of Queen Elizabeth. Contingents from the Royal Navy, Army, Royal Air Force and the Falklands' Defense Force will form at Stanley's Victory Green, reports Gilbert House, seat of the Falklands' elected Legislative Assembly.