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The South African
15-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Junior Springboks to take on arch-rivals in World Rugby U20 Championship final
The Junior Springboks booked their spot in the final of the World Rugby U20 Championship, but they had to work hard for their 48-24 victory (half-time 28-10) over Argentina on a hot and humid Monday evening at the Stadio Luigi Zaffanella in Viadana. Six tries to three tells a story of its own, but it was far from a perfect performance and the SA U20s will realise they have a lot of hard work ahead before Saturday's decider, with their discipline one of the areas that will need attention. It's the Junior Boks' first final in the competition since 2014, and while they showed true grit on defence against a gutsy Argentinean team, the two yellow cards and 16 penalties conceded will need attention as they prepare to face New Zealand in Rovigo on Saturday evening. The game started like two boxers feeling each other out, trading jabs but not inflicting much damage, until the Junior Boks exploded into life with two heavy body blows in two minutes. From a scrum free kick close the Pumitas' tryline, Haashim Pead (scrumhalf) took a quick tap, attacked the space and put Albie Bester (centre) away for the first try of the match in the ninth minute, with Vusi Moyo (flyhalf) adding the extras. From the restart, Pead finished after barnstorming flanker Batho Hlekani bust through the Argentinean defence, fed Wandile Mlaba (No 8) who made good ground before he put the quicksilver scrumhalf away for his sixth try of the tournament. Moyo's conversion made it 14-0 and in a blink, the Junior Boks had taken control. Argentina clawed three points back with a 14th minute penalty goal, but shortly thereafter Jaco Williams (wing) scored a fortuitous try after chasing a clever chip by Moyo into space, with the bounce beating the Pumitas cover into the hands of the South African speedster. Moyo converted and at 21-3, the Junior Boks were firmly in control. Six minutes later it was 28-3 as JJ Theron (lock) drove over from short range after a strong lineout drive by the South Africans. But Argentina were not outdone and slowly clawed their way back into the game, as the South Africans started to make mistakes and conceding penalties which saw the momentum swing. When prop Simphiwe Ngobese was yellow-carded for a professional foul, the Pumitas took their chance and scored their first try of the match, by Agustín Garcia Campos (No 8) from a lineout drive, to make it 28-10 at the break. Argentina started the second half on the front foot and as Junior Bok coach Kevin Foote brought on a five-forward Bomb Squad, the Pumitas scored their second try, by wing Timoteo Silva, to make it an 11-point game with half an hour to go. The Junior Bok replacements started to come into the game as two Moyo penalty goals followed by Bester's second try, from a midfield turnover after a good run by his midfield partner Demitre Erasmus, increased South Africa's lead to 41-17 on the hour mark. Forced to defend for most of the final 20 minutes, the Junior Boks did very well to keep wave after wave of Argentinean attacks at bay, and although the Pumitas' replacement back Ramon Fernandez Miranda scored in the 73rd minute, it wasn't enough. The South Africans showed glimpses of what they can do though as they closed the game out with a superb try by Cheswill Jooste (wing), which started on their own tryline, to ensure their title aspirations remain alive with one game to go in Italy. In the earlier semi-final, New Zealand beat France 34-26. Tries: Albie Bester (2), Haashim Pead, Jaco Williams, JJ Theron, Cheswill Jooste Conversions: Vusi Moyo (5), Dominic Malgas Penalties: Moyo (2) Tries: Agustín Garcia Campos, Timoteo Silva, Ramon Fernandez Miranda Conversions: Rafael Benedit (2), Pascal Senillosa Penalty: Benedit Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Mint
13-07-2025
- Sport
- Mint
Lionel Messi to return at Camp Nou? Here's what Barcelona's plans for Inter Miami star who left La Liga club in 2021
Barcelona are planning to bring club legend Lionel Messi at the Camp Nou back for a tribute during the renovated stadium's grand reopening in the summer of 2026. Messi, who graduated from La Masia Academy and went on to become one of Barcelona's all-time greats, left the La Liga giants in 2021 for Ligue 1 side Paris Saint-Germain. Based on a Mundo Deportivo report, grand reopening of Camp Nou is expected once the roof installation is completed. It also stated that Barcelona officials are viewing Messi as a centre of occasion, with the tribute to be seen as a grand farewell for the Argentinean. Messi left Barcelona with 35 trophies and 672 goals in 778 matches. If the Messi plan goes well, the special occasion will see both Lamine Yamal and Messi in the same frame. Lamal, who plays for Barcelona and Spain, is being touted as the next big thing in football. The Messi event at Camp Nou depends on how fast the renovation work is going on. If the roof installation is completed as planned in the summer of 2026, the Messi event will take place during the 2026-27 La Liga season. In case the renovation work is delayed, the event will be rescheduled.
Daily Mirror
06-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
'I've visited every country on Earth and my favourite was the very first one'
Nicolás Pasquali, 44, who describes himself as the "first Argentinean to visit every country in the world", has finally managed to tick off North Korea from his list after eight years of travel Nicolás Pasquali, a man who has travelled to every country on Earth, has revealed that his favourite place is closer to home than one might expect. Nicolás, who considers himself to be the "first Argentine to visit every country in the world", has recently smashed his impressive target after spending a remarkable eight years travelling. In February, he finally put a pin in the last country on his list after a year waiting, the hermit kingdom of North Korea in East Asia, which often only grants tourists access via tightly controlled tours. However, you'd imagine that picking a favourite from the near-200 on offer would prove to be a tricky task, but Nicolás was left in "no doubt". In an interview with Argentine newspaper Infobae, he stated: "As an Argentinean, there's no doubt Argentina is number one. We have identity, culture, gastronomy, sports and unique natural landscapes. Despite economic problems, we keep standing out globally." A sense of unity Nicolás pointed out that the South American nation has a "marked identity and a sense of unity" that he hasn't "seen elsewhere". He went on to draw comparisons with England, pointing to one aspect in particular. He went on to say: "You go to England, and Britons aren't proud of being British like we are proud of being Argentinean. We feel part of something bigger, which is impressive." Language also plays a significant role for the Buenos Aires native, who went on to explain that Spanish is the "second-most spoken language", making it "easier for us to move around". It's still a jewel Nicolás encapsulated his experience by revealing something he'd learned while visiting all those other countries, a pearl of wisdom that may offer insight into his choice of Argentina as his favourite country. Reflecting on his homeland, he remarked: "When you live in Argentina, you think that in other countries everything is perfect. But the truth is that it's not. There are countries at war, countries where people don't even have water, and countries where you can't say what you think. And that's when you realise that Argentina, with all its problems, is still a jewel." Second-largest country on the continent Argentina, the second-largest country in South America, is divided into four distinct regions: the Andes, the Pampas, the north, and Patagonia. The climate varies dramatically from subtropical in the north to sub- Antarctic conditions in the south, and the nation is home to an impressive array of wildlife. In the rugged terrain of Patagonia, intrepid adventurers might spot sea lions, penguins, and seals along the coast. Meanwhile, offshore in the Atlantic, you could encounter dolphins, orcas, and even sharks. Up in the northern parts, the wildlife includes crocodiles, caimans, flamingos, toucans, and jaguars. How many countries are there? The UN (United Nations) recognises a total of 195 countries, 193 of which are member states. The final two regions are the non-member observer states of Vatican City and Palestine, although the true number is actually disputed. This is due to a number of disputed zones and countries with either full or partial sovereignty, writes the BBC. In fact, the CIA (the US' Central Intelligence Agency) lists the full number as 237, for example.
Indian Express
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
PM Modi in Argentina: 3 lesser-known facts about India-Argentina relations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Argentina on Friday evening (July 4), marking the third stop of his five-nation tour of the 'Global South'. This marks the first bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in 57 years. Landed in Buenos Aires for a bilateral visit which will focus on augmenting relations with Argentina. I'm eager to be meeting President Javier Milei and holding detailed talks with him.@JMilei — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 5, 2025 The Prime Minister paid his respects at the statue of General José de San Martín, regarded as the liberator of Argentina, Peru and Chile from Spanish colonial rule. He will later meet with Argentinean President Javier Milei, as well as the country's top leadership, to review ongoing cooperation and discuss new avenues for bilateral partnerships. India and Argentina celebrated 75 years of diplomatic relations in 2024, and seek to build on cooperation in several areas, including defence, agriculture, mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, trade and investment. Trade in the mineral resources sector is significant, with Argentine reserves of lithium of key interest for India's green energy transition. India was Argentina's fifth-largest trading partner in 2024. Here are three lesser-known facts about bilateral relations between the two countries. As Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi visited Argentina as part of her tour of South American nations in 1968. In a post on X, Congress MP Jairam Ramesh recalled that Indira Gandhi had met Victoria Ocampo in Buenos Aires, conferring upon the latter the honorary degree of Doctor of Literature of Rabindranath Tagore's Visva Bharati University. Indira Gandhi junto a Victoria Ocampo durante su visita a la Argentina. Año 1968. Inventario 301851. — Archivo General (@AGNArgentina) June 18, 2014 Indira Gandhi's tour of South America also saw her visiting Brazil, Uruguay, Chile, Colombia, Venezuela and Guyana, as well as the island of Trinidad and Tobago in under a month. The first recorded visit by an Argentine to India was in 1848. According to Indologist Gustavo Canzobre, Indo-Argentinean relations date back to 1848 when the 17-year-old Argentine Lucio V. Mansilla visited India. Mansilla's writings of his travels across India and East Asia were recorded in the book Diario de viaje a Oriente (1850-51) (Travel Journal to the Orient [1850-51]). Canzobre described Mansilla as a 'dandy' who 'spent all his family business funds on having the very best of lives'. However, Argentine understanding of India and the 'Orient' or East Asia was coloured in a racialised, colonial narrative. 'The city of Kolkata, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in the world, must be considered under two aspects; first, the houses of the Europeans, which are magnificent, and second, the natives, who are the dirtiest and most disgusting imaginable,' Mansilla wrote in his journal. ('India-Argentina: Past and Present of an Enduring Passion', Gustavo Canzobre, 2018) Tagore's visit to a South American country would leave a transformative impact. In November 1924, Rabindranath Tagore arrived in Argentina en route Peru, where he had been invited to attend the centenary celebrations of the Battle of Ayacucho, which secured Peruvian independence from Spanish colonial rule. However, he fell ill on arriving in Buenos Aires, having just completed a particularly gruelling tour of Europe. The writer, Victoria Ocampo, a patron of the arts and an intellectual who challenged male domination of the literary world, was a fan of Tagore's work and invited him to recuperate at her Buenos Aires estate. During his stay in Argentina, Tagore composed the poetry collection Purabi, which included his reflections on his time spent in the country, according to a release by Visva Bharati University commemorating the centenary of this visit. He dedicated this collection to Ocampo, whom he affectionately called 'Bijoya'. Canzobre described Tagore's influence on Ocampo as deeply significant, impacting the understanding of Indian philosophy in the South American nation, as well as a deep interest in Indian culture, dance, music and yoga. Ocampo translated, promoted and even organised exhibitions of his work. Ocampo's magazine, Sur, was inspired by Tagore's Vishva Quarterly, which promoted cross-cultural dialogue and exchange in a manner previously unknown.
Hindustan Times
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Argentina's top court finds a dozen boxes of Nazi materials in its basement
BUENOS AIRES, - Argentina's top court finds a dozen boxes of Nazi materials in its basement Around a dozen boxes of Nazi material confiscated by Argentinean authorities during World War II were recently rediscovered in the Supreme Court's basement, the court said on Sunday. The boxes were among 83 sent by the Germany embassy in Tokyo to Argentina in June 1941 aboard the Japanese steamship "Nan-a-Maru," according to the history that the court was able to piece together, it said in a statement. At the time, the large shipment drew the attention of authorities, who feared its contents could affect Argentina's neutrality in the war. Despite claims at the time from German diplomatic representatives that the boxes held personal items, Argentine customs authorities searched five boxes at random. They found postcards, photographs and propaganda material from the Nazi regime, as well as thousands of notebooks belonging to the Nazi Party. A federal judge confiscated the materials, and referred the matter to the Supreme Court. It was not immediately clear why the items were sent to Argentina or what, if any, action the Supreme Court took at the time. Eighty-four years later, court staffers came across the boxes as they prepared for a Supreme Court museum. "Upon opening one of the boxes, we identified material intended to consolidate and propagate Adolf Hitler's ideology in Argentina during the Second World War," the court said. The court has now transferred the boxes to a room equipped with extra security measures, and invited the Holocaust Museum in Buenos Aires to participate in their preservation and inventory. Experts will also examine them for any clues about still-unknown aspects of the Holocaust, such as international financing networks used by the Nazis. Argentina remained neutral in World War II until 1944, when it broke relations with Axis powers. The South American country declared war on Germany and Japan the following year. From 1933 to 1954, according to the Holocaust Museum, 40,000 Jews entered Argentina as they fled Nazi persecution in Europe. Argentina is home to the largest population of Jews in Latin America. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
