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    Politics 2025 Legislative Elections

    People in Argentina continue to support Milei despite the enormous strain on their incomes, the closure of companies, and the fact that inflation isn’t dropping to the level he wants. They keep supporting him because they realize there’s no alternative, we’ve hit rock bottom.
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    Official Thread on Corruption in Argentina - Milei Administration Cleaning up house

    More shady dealings by former President Alberto Fernández, he used state funds to finance two ultra-Kirchnerist bars, "Lo de Néstor" and "El Justicialista." These are politically-driven eateries that got direct or indirect transfers from the government throughout his four years in office...
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    Taxes All the tariff increases that arrive in September

    Today, tolls are also increasing by 5%. https://www.lanacion.com.ar/economia/aumento-de-peajes-cuanto-cuestan-a-partir-de-septiembre-2024-nid02092024/
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    Newcomer Moving to Pilar: Expat Opinions and Recommendations

    Pilar is a lot like American-style suburbs, with gated communities where you need to drive to get anywhere. There are some expats around, but not too many English speakers.
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    Newcomer Everything Made Simple: Digital Vehicle Registration

    In the Milei era, digitalization is really picking up steam and changing how we handle paperwork in Argentina. Thanks to two new resolutions from the Ministry of Justice, we now have the Unique Digital File (LDU) and the Digital Automotive Certificate (CDA), which means less paperwork and fewer...
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    Food & Drink Where can I find speakeasies in Buenos Aires?

    You should go to Frank's Bar. To get in, you’ll need to crack a code at the entrance. Once inside, you’ll find a classic speakeasy vibe with excellent drinks. I went with a group of friends, and we really had a great time. The drinks are excellent, but what I loved the most was the party...
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    Politics Did Milei make a mistake in choosing his Vice President?

    Yes, the Senate backed down from the increase, but why do you think they did it? It's clear they felt pressured by Milei.
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    Official Thread on Corruption in Argentina - Milei Administration Cleaning up house

    How much money do you think Alberto might have offered to the witnesses who are coming forward? https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/08/30/alberto-fernandez-aporto-el-testimonio-de-una-ninera-que-dijo-que-fabiola-yanez-tenia-moretones-por-un-tratamiento-estetico/
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    Newcomer Tips for International Students to Integrate into Local Life in Buenos Aires

    Roland is right; it's a great way to socialize and stay connected with the culture of Buenos Aires. I took classes at this place a while ago, and honestly, I really liked it, the atmosphere, the teacher, and the people were all very friendly. https://licanalaurasvartz.com/ar/tango
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    Official Thread on Corruption in Argentina - Milei Administration Cleaning up house

    This guy disgusts me. Some of the chats they found are chilling, referring to girls as young as 7 and even 3 years old... He deserves the worst punishment! Let him rot in jail.
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    Newcomer Men, Be Careful!

    The "black widows" are still on the attack; this time, the victim was a retiree. https://www.infobae.com/sociedad/policiales/2024/08/28/salvaje-ataque-de-dos-viudas-negras-en-la-plata-drogaron-a-un-jubilado-y-le-rompieron-una-botella-de-whisky-en-la-cabeza/
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    More and more locals are fighting back against crime

    Another family holding their own.
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    Education Bilingual City: New English Learning Program in BA

    It's an excellent initiative! From what I read, there's also strategic English training, so a waiter, for example, can learn the basics to interact with tourists, or a police officer can do the same. Each area has a specific module. Not many people speak English here, so I think it's a great...
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    Education Private Universities in Buenos Aires Offering Business or Marketing Degrees in English?

    San Andrés University offers a Business program in English. You can check it out here: https://udesa.edu.ar/san-andres-summer-school-latam
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    Newcomer Which neighborhood do you recommend?

    I really like Las Cañitas (which is technically part of Palermo). It’s a great mix of bars and restaurants but with a more family-friendly vibe. So yeah, Palermo wins again! 😄
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    Official Thread on Corruption in Argentina - Milei Administration Cleaning up house

    Finally, Milei officially ended the insurance scheme. He repealed decrees that removed the privileges of Nación Seguros, YPF, Banco Nación, and Optar in public contracts. He said: "Public companies must SERVE the citizens, not TAKE ADVANTAGE of them. If these privileges were used to foster...
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    Argentine Senators give themselves yet another raise

    It’s not final yet; they need to review that increase. It seems they might roll it back. https://www.ambito.com/politica/marcha-atras-el-aumento-sueldo-senadores-n6050638
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    Alberto Fernández a wife beater?

    You’re right, and what’s worse is that many people around him knew about the situation and did nothing. This guy, (an actor and Kirchnerist activist) Pablo Echarri says that he and many others knew but pretended not to. It was convenient for him to fake dementia to continue receiving government...
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    Official Thread on Corruption in Argentina - Milei Administration Cleaning up house

    It’s incredible how new cases of corruption keep emerging every day. This time in Tucumán, the person responsible for auditing the province’s accounts, Miguel Terraf, was funneling millions in funds to his family.
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    Newcomer Who Is Responsible for Property Insurance?

    If that’s what’s stated in the contract, then you would need to pay it. However, generally, it’s the owner who should cover it, not the tenant.
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