Milei replaces Cabinet chief, seeking fresh start with Congress

Argentine President Javier Milei announced late Friday that his former spokesman Manuel Adorni will become the new Cabinet chief, aiming to strengthen cooperation with Congress. This marks the first major reshuffle of his senior staff after a decisive midterm election victory last Sunday.

Adorni succeeds Guillermo Francos, who resigned in a post shared on social media.

Turkish betting scandal widens

Turkish prosecutors have issued detention warrants for 21 individuals — including 17 referees and a premier league club president — as part of a widening betting scandal investigation.

According to the Istanbul Chief Prosecutor’s Office, early-morning raids across Istanbul and 11 other provinces resulted in at least 18 arrests.

The referees are accused of “abuse of office” and “influencing match outcomes.” The controversy emerged after the Turkish Football Federation suspended 149 referees last week, following revelations that hundreds of officials held accounts with betting platforms.

“A government agency found that 371 of 571 active referees had accounts with betting companies, raising integrity concerns.”

Acropolis restoration progress in Athens

In Athens, residents and visitors recently enjoyed an unobstructed view of the marble temple atop the Acropolis as scaffolding was removed temporarily during a transition phase in the site’s ongoing restoration project.

Pope Leo XIV adjusting to papacy

Pope Leo XIV continues adapting to the papacy six months after his surprising election in May, following an intense period of learning and adjustment during the summer.

Author’s summary: Milei reshuffles leadership, Turkey probes referee corruption, the Acropolis restoration advances, and Pope Leo XIV navigates his new papal role.

thederrick.com — 2025-11-01