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Aug 24, 2008, Another Bronze For Argentina!

The Argentine men's basketball team beat out Lithuania 87-75 to win the Olympic bronze medal. The game was won without star player Manu Ginobili, who was injured on Friday while playing against team USA.

Aug 23, 2008, The Gold Goes To Argentina!

Argentina holds on to their Olympic soccer title by defeating Nigeria 1-0. Angel di Maria scored the final goal today in the scorching heat to win the Olympic gold medal in Beijing.

Aug 22, 2008, Bronze Medal For Argentina!

The Argentine Women's Hockey team took the Olympic bronze medal from Germany 3-1 in today's match in Beijing.

Aug 21, 2008, Good News For Gay Couples

Argentina has passed a law allowing gay couples the right to inherit their partner's pension. The Social Security Agency in Argentina stated that all common-law unions will be given the same status to protect human rights.

Jul 19, 2008, Thinking About Retirement?

Why not learn more about it while you're vacationing in the beautiful Mendoza wine country. A workshop on retirement planning will be held from Oct. 25 to Nov. 1, 2008. Tour participants will enjoy excursions to wineries, a tango demonstration and barbecue, plus gourmet meals.

Jul 19, 2008, United Kingdom Donates Fire Engine

The East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service donated a fully-outfitted fire engine to a Welsh-speaking community in Patagonia. The donation was part of Operation Florian, a charity which provides training and equipment to areas without fire fighting capability.

Jul 17, 2008, Madonna Concert Scheduled For December In Argentina

The Buenos Aires Monumental Stadium will host a concert by pop singer Madonna on December 4, 6, & 7. The South American "Sticky & Sweet Tour" will also include concerts in Chile and Brazil.

Jul 9, 2008, Celebrate Independence Day!

Argentina celebrates today, Dia de la Independencia, as their independence from Spain.

Jun 20, 2008, Today Is Flag Day In Argentina!

Learn about the history of Argentina's blue and white national flag on Dia de la Bandera.

Jun 19, 2008, Proposal For Tunnel Between Argentina And Chile

A 14-mile tunnel through the Andes Mountains is being considered to speed trade between Argentina and Chile. The proposed tunnel would be used for train and truck transportation.