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    Politics Presidential spokesman Adorni to run for Buenos Aires City legislature

    I’m not so sure about him running. Just because someone has experience in one role doesn’t mean they’re cut out for the legislature. There are a lot of issues specific to the city, and I’d want to see more than just background noise before I get excited about his campaign.
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    Patience is wearing down with President Milei

    It’s no surprise Milei’s popularity is taking a hit right now. The Bahía Blanca tragedy was a huge blow, and the IMF negotiations are just adding fuel to the fire. People are frustrated, and it feels like the promises are not being met. It’s tough to keep people on your side when things are...
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    Skype Is Shutting Down – Best Alternatives?

    As some of you might know, Skype is shutting down in May. A lot of us expats, myself included, have been using it for years because it’s been reliable and affordable. Now I’m trying to find a good replacement, but nothing seems to check all the boxes. If you're looking into this too, let’s share...
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    Oasis at the River Plate Stadium

    Have you been to concerts in Argentina? The campo (the area closer to the stage) is super cramped. It gets really intense, and you're basically pressed against everyone the whole time. I mean, you're literally skin to skin, with no space between you and others 😝. It's definitely an experience...
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    Newcomer Men, Be Careful!

    It seems that for the 'black widows,' there’s no age limit; at 79, she deceived and drugged men to steal everything from them. https://www.infobae.com/sociedad/policiales/2024/10/16/la-historia-de-gloria-aurora-la-viuda-negra-de-79-anos-que-droga-y-desvalija-a-jubilados/
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    Newcomer Halloween in BA 🎃

    Yes! Thanks for sharing! I’ll try to go to the haunted house in Palermo, and I’ll let you know how it goes!
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    Newcomer Fashion tips for my visit to BA

    Hi! You can wear whatever you want! 💛 Buenos Aires is a really liberal place, so you won’t get any comments or attacks. People here tend to be very open and welcoming, and your colorful style will surely be appreciated. Enjoy your time here and feel free to express yourself however you like!
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    Food & Drink Pizza Restaurants in Buenos Aires - What are some of your favorite pizza places in Buenos Aires, Argentina?

    I also miss New York pizza. Last weekend, my friends and I went to "Marcia Pizzeria," and honestly, it's one of the best pizzas I've tried here. It's Neapolitan style, just how I like it, and really flavorful. The only downside is that it's in Villa Urquiza, but it's definitely worth the trip...
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    Newcomer Where can I buy an iPhone in Buenos Aires?

    I also think the best solution is to buy a cheap phone, maybe a Samsung or Motorola, and get an iPhone when you return. But if you really need to buy one now, here's a store in Palermo Soho. https://ar.oneclickstore.com/ https://www.instagram.com/oneclickarg/
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    Official Thread on Corruption in Argentina - Milei Administration Cleaning up house

    The justice system is investigating irregularities in the granting of benefits to Malvinas war veterans who receive pensions for it. It’s estimated that there are about 9,000 fake veterans, who are actually members of La Cámpora. No matter where you look, there seems to be something illegal.
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    Donald Trump Assasination Attempt today - July 13, 2024

    The Director of the Secret Service solely blames the local law enforcement. There's much to improve, although I don't think having women on the team is the issue. The problem might be the lack of training. https://edition.cnn.com/2024/07/16/politics/secret-service-trump-rally-blame/index.html
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    Banking What is going on with the Blue dollar? Why is it going down?

    Today, surprise surprise, it went up again. I'm new to BA and trying to adjust to its economy, though you can never predict anything when it comes to economics.
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