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    Real life Spiderman climbing up building in downtown Buenos Aires

    What a crazy thing that influencer did at the Globant building! My god, what people do for a few followers and to trend! https://www.infobae.com/sociedad/policiales/2024/06/11/ordenaron-detener-al-influencer-polaco-que-escalo-uno-de-los-edificios-mas-altos-en-puerto-madero-de-que-lo-acusan/
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    Newcomer Paul McCartney in Buenos Aires

    That's true, the wealthiest people are often the most ambitious, and even if they're millionaires, they want more and more. @demon is right. Many international artists claim that the best audiences at concerts are Argentineans. In fact, even Taylor Swift was surprised when she performed here...
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    Politics ANSES accepted the waiver of privileged retirement presented by Javier Milei: what the letter says - Infobae

    Exactly! He's a genius in economics and could easily live off giving lectures around the world.
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    Be cautious! Counterfeit $10,000 AR bills have been detected

    Pay attention to the security features. It's unbelievable how quickly scammers have started circulating fake bills. My God!
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    Why have there been so many cases of workplace violence lately?

    Recently, there was an incident at a hair salon in Recoleta, which ended with an employee being murdered, and now another has occurred at a gourmet bar in Montserrat. In general, people seem to be highly agitated lately, but nothing justifies this level of violence. The bar owner mentioned that...
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    Newcomer What are the most interesting aspects of Argentine culture for you?

    I’m always interested in hearing what others think about it, as the topic is so broad and there must be many different reasons for everyone. Plus, there’s something special that has drawn so many people to this beautiful country.
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    Newcomer What’s this new trend of wearing rubber ducks on your head?

    I think it's fun for children, but it's already becoming distorted because even a deputy went to the chamber of deputies like this...not very serious.
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    Newcomer What happened to the price of tomatoes? $5000 per kilogram, that's crazy!

    Yesterday, I went to the grocery store to buy my usual basics, including tomatoes and bell peppers. I was really surprised to see that tomatoes were $5000 per kilogram and bell peppers were $8000 per kilogram. It seemed outrageous, so I didn't buy them. Later, I saw it on the news... I don't...
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    Politics What will happen to Mayor Fernando Espinoza, who has been accused and prosecuted for sexual abuse?

    He has too much evidence against him; he should be removed from his position immediately! https://www.infobae.com/judiciales/2024/05/28/la-damnificada-sufrio-tocamientos-impudicos-sin-su-consentimiento-que-dice-el-procesamiento-de-fernando-espinoza-por-abuso/
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    Alberto Fernández's assets frozen amid insurance scandal - Surprise Surprise!

    Now it turns out that Victoria Tolosa Paz wants to deny the undeniable. She shouldn't show up after all the evidence proving her corrupt management...
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    The coldest May in 30 years

    This cold is not normal, I have read that due to the cold wave and the lack of CNG, the Government had to buy fuel oil and diesel abroad.
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    Politics What will happen to Mayor Fernando Espinoza, who has been accused and prosecuted for sexual abuse?

    This guy is getting more and more entangled, although he's trying to downplay everything and seeking allies to defend him... the audio recordings incriminating him.
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    Economy Significant drop in consumer spending in Buenos Aires in April, down by 35%.

    Hopefully soon! Because this is affecting many workers: Because of the drop in consumption, Akapol, the manufacturer of the Poxipol, Poxilina, Plasticola, La Gotita, Poxi-Ran, and Voligoma brands, suspended its 150 employees for two months: it has stock accumulated for five months
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    Newcomer What’s this new trend of wearing rubber ducks on your head?

    They are a trend in many parts of the world and are supposedly believed to bring both good luck and joy. :)
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    "Boom of Argentinians in Chile"

    Yes! You're right, Paraguay is another favorite destination for Argentinians to go shopping. https://argentinaenlinea.com.ar/nota/5182/radioargentina
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