Milei Appoints New Cabinet Chief to Strengthen Congress Relations
Argentine President Javier Milei announced late Friday that his former spokesman, Manuel Adorni, will become his new Cabinet chief. This change aims to build better ties with Congress. The appointment is the first major reshuffle of his senior team since his decisive midterm election victory last Sunday. Adorni succeeds Guillermo Francos, who resigned via social media.
Turkish Betting Scandal Leads to Multiple Arrests
Turkish prosecutors have issued detention warrants for 21 individuals, including 17 referees and a top-tier soccer club president, amid a betting scandal investigation. Early morning raids in Istanbul and 11 other provinces resulted in at least 18 arrests, according to the Istanbul Chief Prosecutor’s Office.
The referees face charges including “abuse of office” and “influencing the outcome of a match.” The scandal unfolded after the Turkish Football Federation suspended 149 referees last week. A government agency revealed that 371 of 571 active referees had accounts with betting companies, raising serious concerns about match integrity.
Restoration of the Acropolis Progresses
In Athens, residents and visitors recently enjoyed clear views of the marble temple atop the Acropolis as scaffolding was temporarily removed during a phase transition in its extensive restoration project.
Pope Leo XIV Reflects on Six Months as Pontiff
Pope Leo XIV is settling into his role six months after his unexpected election in May, adapting to the challenges and steep learning curve encountered over the summer.
“The referees face possible charges of ‘abuse of office’ and ‘influencing the outcome of a match.’” — Istanbul Chief Prosecutor’s Office
President Milei’s cabinet change signals a strategic effort to enhance legislative cooperation, while Turkey tackles a major soccer integrity crisis with broad implications.