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    Newcomer Amazon - Shipping for just 5 USD

    Locals are considering buying the latest iPhone since it’s much cheaper than purchasing it here. The real price here: $ 3.111.100 https://www.infobae.com/economia/2024/11/20/cuanto-costara-traer-un-iphone-15-sin-impuestos-desde-el-exterior-a-partir-de-diciembre/
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    G20 Summit: Argentina signed an agreement to export Vaca Muerta gas to Brazil

    Argentina, the beacon of freedom! At the G20, Argentina, led by Milei, was the only one to stand against proposals that threaten individual freedoms, equality before the law, and free markets. More leaders should follow this attitude and stand up for what truly matters!
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    Official Thread on Corruption in Argentina - Milei Administration Cleaning up house

    Cristina was sentenced to 6 years in prison and permanently disqualified from holding public office. I don’t think she’ll actually go to prison, and I doubt she’ll never hold office again, she’ll probably appeal or find a way to get out of it.
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    Politics What does Trump's victory mean for Argentina?

    These two are already the best of friends 😂... Trump just invited Milei to have Argentina host the CPAC, with Milei as the main speaker seated right beside him. I have faith that this strong relationship will bring positive results.
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    Newcomer Why are imported products so expensive here?

    Yes,It’s extremely expensive, if the "Impuesto PAÍS" is removed in Argentina, imported products like an iPhone could become much cheaper. The "Impuesto PAÍS" is an additional tax on purchases made abroad or in foreign currency, so without it, the prices of imported goods would be lower.
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    Newcomer Bar with Live Music

    Biblioteca Café and Thelonious are my favorite spots for listening to great live music. https://maps.app.goo.gl/57vjdnzfnAFHrH1K7 https://maps.app.goo.gl/NPrxMzXhR6LQYKJA7
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    Food & Drink Bagels in BA

    It's like trying to find good sandwiches de miga, medialunas, or churros in the U.S. I get that you miss certain things from home, but it’s really about adapting to a new culture. Every place has its own unique foods and traditions, and while you might not find exactly what you’re used to, it's...
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    Newcomer Another Strike at Aeroparque

    This chaos at Aeroparque seems to have no end. A friend of mine found out today that his flight was canceled. I hope the authorities address the issue soon, because we’ve been dealing with this for months now...
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    Politics What does Trump's victory mean for Argentina?

    I’m definitely sure that this is very positive for the country. Milei will likely take advantage of this relationship. Not to mention, the risk of country default has dropped after Trump’s victory, which boosts confidence in the economy. This could attract more investments, strengthen the...
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    Poverty has no limit in Argentina

    Little by little, the economy is recovering. Food and beverage sales increased in October, which is a good sign. https://www.infobae.com/revista-chacra/2024/11/04/crecieron-58-las-ventas-pymes-de-alimentos-y-bebidas-en-octubre/
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    Banking What is going on with the Blue dollar? Why is it going down?

    It's incredible that the dollar is dropping so much, a little each day. Will they equalize soon? It's 1105 today to exchange my dollars. 😥
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    Newcomer Mosquitoes in Buenos Aires during the summer?

    The first case of locally transmitted dengue has been detected here, so we need to be cautious and stock up on repellent. Otherwise, people will panic and buy in large quantities, leading to shortages. It’s better to take the necessary precautions calmly now; we just need to be careful...
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    Official Thread on Corruption in Argentina - Milei Administration Cleaning up house

    Another scheme comes to an end; the Milei era is auditing everything, including unnecessary spending at the INCAA (National Institute of Cinema). It’s a waste of resources, funding movies that nobody watches...
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    Politics The Government advances with the project to lower imputability to 14 years of age and the focus is on what to do with convicted minors - Infobae

    I hope this project gets approved. Here in Argentina, criminals are getting younger and younger. Look at this 11-year-old boy, he's already been arrested four times this year...
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    Transport Strike to paralyze Argentina in repudiation of taxation reforms - 2024

    They boast about representing those who have less and the workers, but that's not true! A day like today, they only harm them with a strike that is purely political.
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    Be careful lots of counterfeit 2,000 peso bills floating out there

    The 2000 bills will no longer be issued as they’re considered unnecessary. More updates are coming tomorrow, but Adorni has hinted that new 20,000 bills will be released...
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    Newcomer Mosquito invasion in BA

    Please don’t kill the mosquitoes with green or orange fluorescent pigment! :ROFLMAO:. They’re sterile mosquitoes created for a biological project aimed at combating dengue.
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    Poverty has no limit in Argentina

    I'm glad that many unions are now earning salaries above 1,200,000. It’s really impossible to live on less than that amount. It’s good to see these increases; it seems that wages are finally starting to adjust, though, unfortunately, there are still those working without proper registration.
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    Newcomer Men, Be Careful!

    You're probably going to get a call to pay the bail, haha! 🤣
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    Is crime getting worse? Is safety getting more complicated during this recession?

    Buenos Aires, like many major cities, has safer areas and some that may be a bit more problematic. Overall, it's important to stay aware and take precautions, but it's not an inherently unsafe city. Cell phone thefts, for example, are isolated incidents and do not represent the norm. Most people...
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