Milei replaces Cabinet chief, seeking fresh start with Congress
Argentine President Javier Milei announced late Friday that his former spokesperson Manuel Adorni will serve as the new Cabinet chief. The libertarian leader seeks to strengthen cooperation with Congress after his party’s strong performance in last Sunday’s midterm elections.
Adorni takes over from Guillermo Francos, who resigned earlier this week, confirming his departure in a social media post. This marks the first major reshuffle among Milei’s senior advisors since the vote.
Betting scandal in Turkish football
In Turkey, prosecutors issued detention warrants for 21 people, including 17 referees and a first-division soccer club president, over a large-scale betting investigation. Early-morning raids across Istanbul and 11 other provinces led to the detention of at least 18 suspects, according to the Istanbul Chief Prosecutor’s Office.
The referees may face charges of abuse of office and manipulating match results. The investigation followed the suspension of 149 referees last week by the Turkish Football Federation. A government probe revealed that 371 of the 571 active referees had betting accounts, intensifying concerns about match integrity.
Restoration progress at the Acropolis
In Athens, residents and tourists recently enjoyed a clear view of the iconic marble temple atop the Acropolis. For several weeks, scaffolding was temporarily removed as part of a transition between phases of the site’s ongoing restoration project.
Pope Leo XIV’s early papacy
Pope Leo XIV continues to adapt to his new role six months after his unexpected election in May. His initial months have been marked by a steep learning curve and efforts to define the direction of his papacy.
"Adorni replaces Guillermo Francos, who offered his resignation in a post on social media."
Author’s summary: Javier Milei reshapes his leadership team while Turkey faces a betting scandal, Athens advances cultural restoration, and Pope Leo XIV settles into his papacy.