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    Are there many Haitians in Chile?

    You're right, it's hard to tell them apart. I've also seen them on Florida Street; I don't think they’re authorized to sell there, but I guess they’re willing to take the risk.
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    Taxes All the tariff increases that arrive in September

    The government will raise electricity and gas rates across the country again in September, so get ready to brace your wallets. I’m not looking forward to any surprises, let’s see what they throw at us...
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    Newcomer Tips for International Students to Integrate into Local Life in Buenos Aires

    To get in tune with the local culture and meet people, I recommend suggesting she take tango lessons. She won’t regret it!
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    Politics The Government responded to criticism of the cuts in CONICET: “It will not be spent on investigations into Batman's sexual orientation” - Infobae

    The Government responded to criticism of the cuts in CONICET: “It will not be spent on investigations into Batman's sexual orientation” - Infobae Source...
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    Economy The Government wants the bus, train and subway to be paid with debit cards, credit cards and even with QR - Infobae

    The Government wants the bus, train and subway to be paid with debit cards, credit cards and even with QR - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/economia/2024/02/27/el-gobierno-quiere-que-el-colectivo-el-tren-y-el-subte-puedan-pagarse-con-tarjetas-de-debito-de-credito-y-hasta-con-qr/...
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    Newcomer Visitor new to Buenos Aires in August 2024: Three Inquiries

    In August, here's what's on at Teatro Colón: https://teatrocolon.org.ar/calendario/?a=2024&mes=8 Additionally, you can explore the option of taking a tour of Teatro Colón
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    Politics Javier Milei receives Secretary Blinken at the Casa Rosada to consolidate his political relationship with Biden - Infobae

    Javier Milei receives Secretary Blinken at the Casa Rosada to consolidate his political relationship with Biden - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/02/23/javier-milei-recibe-al-secretario-blinken-en-la-casa-rosada-para-consolidar-su-relacion-politica-con-biden/ February...
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    Politics Despite the recess, Congress will have 48 hours of tension due to the mega DNU that deregulates the economy - Infobae

    Despite the recess, Congress will have 48 hours of tension due to the mega DNU that deregulates the economy - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/02/21/a-pesar-del-receso-el-congreso-tendra-48-horas-de-tension-por-el-mega-dnu-que-desregula-la-economia/ February 21, 2024...
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    Politics Martín Llaryora: “The Government has to know that the adjustment is being made on the people” - Infobae

    Martín Llaryora: “The Government has to know that the adjustment is being made on the people” - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/02/15/martin-llaryora-el-gobierno-tiene-que-saber-que-el-ajuste-lo-esta-haciendo-sobre-la-gente/ February 15, 2024 The governor of Córdoba...
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    Politics Martín Lousteau repudiated Milei for removing subsidies from the provinces: “He is punishing the citizens” - Infobae

    Martín Lousteau repudiated Milei for removing subsidies from the provinces: “He is punishing the citizens” - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/02/09/martin-lousteau-repudio-a-milei-por-la-quita-de-subsidios-a-las-provincias-esta-castigando-a-los-ciudadanos/ February 09...
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    Economy Inflation shortened credit card financing and left the maximum term at 6 installments - Infobae

    Inflation shortened credit card financing and left the maximum term at 6 installments - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/economia/2024/01/30/la-inflacion-acorto-el-financiamiento-con-tarjeta-de-credito-y-dejo-el-plazo-maximo-en-6-cuotas/ January 30, 2024 Both in the official Now 12...
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    Politics Javier Milei : “With Cameron we talked about the support they are going to give us at the IMF and we set the Malvinas as an agenda item” - Infobae

    Javier Milei : “With Cameron we talked about the support they are going to give us at the IMF and we set the Malvinas as an agenda item” - Infobae Source...
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    Newcomer Financial guidance, please!

    Hello, We are about to embark on a month-long journey to Chile and Argentina. Our itinerary involves spending most of our time in Chile, with the final week in Argentina, exploring Patagonia and Buenos Aires. Typically, we rely on a cash card in UK pounds and withdraw the local currency as...
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    Newcomer Conversion rate in BA hotels

    However, it's important to note that the dollar rate was artificially inflated because it was based on the lower official rate used in the conversion from before.
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    Newcomer Conversion rate in BA hotels

    It is incorrect to say that the hotel will now be $1000
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