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    Looking for Mattress Recommendations!

    I've bought different brands from both Sommier Center and Bed Time. I also checked out La Cardeuse and their second-tier store, but the prices weren’t much lower than what Sommier Center or Bed Time offer. I’m not a fan of Espumería, the mattresses I tried there felt cheap compared to the memory...
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    Patience is wearing down with President Milei

    With this jump in the blue dollar, it’s almost certain that prices will rise, which will drive inflation up as well. All of this is causing people to lose confidence in Milei’s management, and in fact, many are already losing faith in him...
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    What was your most unexpected culture shock in Argentina?

    If there’s one thing I got used to quickly, it’s breakfast, mate with medialunas or pastries, and I’m not the only one lol. A lot of people talk about how delicious medialunas are! But what I still can’t get used to is having dinner so late.
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    Politics Mauricio Macri supported Milei: “It's him, his sister and the networks” - Infobae

    Mauricio Macri supported Milei: “It's him, his sister and the networks” - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/03/07/mauricio-macri-respaldo-a-milei-es-el-su-hermana-y-las-redes-ha-generado-un-shock/ March 07, 2024 The former president headed an event organized by the...
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    Economy The Government wants to remove obstacles for airlines and long-distance buses: what will change for passengers - Infobae

    The Government wants to remove obstacles for airlines and long-distance buses: what will change for passengers - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/economia/2024/03/04/el-gobierno-quiere-quitar-trabas-para-lineas-aereas-y-colectivos-de-larga-distancia-que-cambiara-para-los-pasajeros/...
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    Politics Javier Milei will speak before Congress to open the Legislative Assembly this Friday at 9 p.m. - Infobae

    Javier Milei will speak before Congress to open the Legislative Assembly this Friday at 9 p.m. - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/02/27/javier-milei-hablara-ante-el-congreso-para-abrir-la-asamblea-legislativa-este-viernes-a-las-21/ February 27, 2024 This was...
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    Politics Deputies: the libertarian bloc asks to see Milei and redefine strategies after the fall of the Omnibus Law - Infobae

    Deputies: the libertarian bloc asks to see Milei and redefine strategies after the fall of the Omnibus Law - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/02/19/diputados-el-bloque-libertario-pide-ver-a-milei-y-redefinir-estrategias-tras-la-caida-de-la-ley-omnibus/ February 19, 2024...
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    Economy Due to the heat wave and record electricity consumption, the Government will continue with the additional import of electricity - Infobae

    Due to the heat wave and record electricity consumption, the Government will continue with the additional import of electricity - Infobae Source...
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    Politics Omnibus law: today at 6 p.m. it will begin to be discussed in the plenary session of committees of the Chamber of Deputies - Infobae

    Omnibus law: today at 6 p.m. it will begin to be discussed in the plenary session of committees of the Chamber of Deputies - Infobae Source: The ruling party called the legislators to a meeting for this afternoon, with the aim of reaching an opinion and taking the debate to the premises next...
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    These Are The 5 Most Popular Digital Nomad Destinations Right Now According To Travelers - Travel of Path

    These Are The 5 Most Popular Digital Nomad Destinations Right Now According To Travelers - Travel of Path Source: https://www.traveloffpath.com/these-are-the-5-most-popular-digital-nomad-destinations-right-now-according-to-travelers/ By: Vinicius Costa Digital nomadism is at a new peak of...
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    Economy Purchases abroad: they are evaluating increasing the quota to enter merchandise through private couriers to USD 15,000 annually - Infobae

    Purchases abroad: they are evaluating increasing the quota to enter merchandise through private couriers to USD 15,000 annually - Infobae Source...
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    Food & Drink El Burladero, authentic Spanish food

    The food is quite good, although we found it a bit expensive. However, we enjoyed our meal! What we appreciated the most was the service; they were very friendly and gave us two complimentary shots of gazpacho and two of their house beer. We had a Spanish omelet (tortilla española), a small...
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    Food & Drink Luzmala Bar

    With a truly captivating ambiance, the cocktails range from $4500 to $6000 ARS (December 2023, approximately 4.5/6 USD), and they are truly well-crafted. Regarding the food, we ordered the Chicken Fingers, fries with cheddar, and a brownie with ice cream for dessert. Our selection included: 3...
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    Politics It Only Took Javier Milei Two Days To Commit a Monumental Error - Forbes

    It Only Took Javier Milei Two Days To Commit a Monumental Error - Forbes December 14, 2023 Source: FORBES John Tamny Contributor It only took Javier Milei a couple of days in office to trip up. This is worrisome, both for Milei and Argentina. Think the 50% devaluation of the Argentine...
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    Food & Drink What are Bodegones and where can I find them in BA?

    Hello, During my stay in Buenos Aires I was lucky enough to be able to go to several of these bodegones, the truth is that it is an experience that you should not miss. As I understand it, bodegones are a kind of restaurants in which the dishes are abundant and tasty, they focus more on the...
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