Milei Appoints New Cabinet Chief to Improve Relations with Congress
Argentine President Javier Milei announced late Friday that his former spokesman, Manuel Adorni, will serve as his new Cabinet chief. This change aims to strengthen ties with Congress following Milei's decisive midterm election victory last Sunday.
Adorni replaces Guillermo Francos, who resigned and announced it on social media.
Turkish Betting Scandal Leads to Arrests of Referees and Club President
Turkish prosecutors issued detention warrants for 21 individuals, including 17 referees and a top-flight soccer club president, amid a betting scandal investigation. Early-morning raids across Istanbul and 11 other provinces resulted in at least 18 arrests, according to the Istanbul Chief Prosecutor’s Office.
The referees face potential charges of "abuse of office" and "influencing the outcome of a match."
The scandal erupted after the Turkish Football Federation suspended 149 referees last week. An investigation revealed that 371 out of 571 active referees had accounts with betting companies, raising serious concerns about the sport's integrity.
Restoration Brings Clear View of Athens Acropolis
In Athens, residents and visitors recently enjoyed an unimpeded view of the Acropolis's marble temple as scaffolding was temporarily removed during a transitional phase of its extensive restoration.
Pope Leo XIV Reflects on First Six Months
Pope Leo XIV is adapting to his role six months after his unexpected election in May, having faced a steep learning curve over the summer.
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Summary: Key political and sports developments highlight leadership changes in Argentina, a major betting scandal in Turkey, cultural restoration in Greece, and the early tenure of Pope Leo XIV.