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    Messi partying in the 80s

    Messi refusing to speak another language, haha! Not that he even needs to anyway. 😂
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    Newcomer After Milei's Veto—Hatred appears

    The joke didn’t come cheap; he was arrested for assault.
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    Legal How do i know if my package is stopped at customs?

    In Argentina, international shipments are often held up at customs, even if the value of the items is low or they're personal belongings, like contact lenses. The process of clearing a package can be complicated and expensive, especially if the declared value exceeds a certain limit. In some...
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    Newcomer After Milei's Veto—Hatred appears

    That’s going to change; a ruling has just been signed to begin auditing National Universities.
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    Newcomer Renting in Argentina

    Sure, here are some groups I found useful: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4148414031952382/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/2376102832576082/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/613541625380302/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/3318499405044620/
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    Newcomer Renting in Argentina

    I think the best option is a temporary rental; you might find choices that don’t require the conditions mentioned. While there will still be fees and deposits, it’s possible you won’t need security guarantees. It’s true that some places may ask for more money upfront, but on average, temporary...
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    Newcomer A private place to relax... help!

    Yes! It's very common here, especially because it’s difficult for young people to become independent with the current economic crisis, so most of them live with their parents. These places are where they go with their girlfriends or for casual encounters after leaving a bar or club. They often...
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    Taxi from EZE airport or Uber?

    The taxi drivers' monopoly at airports is coming to an end, great move! https://19640noticias.com/contenido/69077/por-un-decreto-nacional-uber-tendran-ingreso-sin-limites-a-los-aeropuertos-del-p
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    Newcomer A private place to relax... help!

    In reality, the albergue transitorio (commonly known as a "telo") is a place meant for couples, although there are no restrictions on going alone. While it’s not very common, you could go by yourself, but I think the prices are quite high. I believe @Ron’s suggestion is better since you can rent...
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    Politics Will Cristina Kirchner finally be sentenced to prison?

    It seems the prosecution was pushing to increase her sentence to 12 years for illicit association, but like you said, nothing is confirmed yet. We’ll find out this week. I highly doubt she’ll go to prison, though knowing she won’t be able to hold public office gives me some relief...
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    Newcomer Power cuts this summer

    I don’t think we’ll see many this year. The cost of energy has increased significantly, and because of that, people are cutting back on their consumption. As prices continue to rise, it’s becoming more challenging for people to afford the same level of usage, so many are being more cautious with...
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    Newcomer How to apply for an Argentine passport?

    You can apply for both the DNI and the passport at the nearest consulate to your residence in the U.S. or in Argentina, depending on how long you plan to stay and where you are located. If you choose to do it in Argentina, it’s advisable to make an appointment and bring all your documents...
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    Banking What is going on with the Blue dollar? Why is it going down?

    If the Central Bank keeps buying dollars and shows signs that the economy is stabilizing, it’s possible that demand for dollars in the parallel market could drop, which might cause the blue dollar to go down or at least not rise as much. However, if people continue to distrust the economy and...
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    Newcomer Tina & Co in BA

    You might be happy to hear that Victoria's Secret is opening a store here. While some products were already available through importers, they were quite expensive. I personally love going to Chinatown. I cook Asian food often, and I can get everything I need there. Plus, it's a nice place to...
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    Newcomer Another Strike at Aeroparque

    Did you hear about the pilot who was harassed and then fired for refusing to go on strike? The bullying and mistreatment he faced were so cruel that he ended up hospitalized from a stress-induced spike in blood pressure. It’s embarrassing to see adults behave like this. The worst part is that...
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    Politics Is the Pope a Peronist? 🫨

    I think it's great that the government isn't stepping into the confrontation. Like we say here, "to foolish words, deaf ears" :)...
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    Consumption plunges in Argentina despite Milei's optimism (worst than COVID and Corralito)

    Consumption saw the biggest drop so far this year. It’s clear that despite many measures meant to lower prices, they haven’t had any real impact. Prices keep going up, and the only ones holding steady are perishable food items, so people are cutting back on their shopping lists...
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    Poverty has no limit in Argentina

    Haha, that's how politics works: I scratch your back, you scratch mine, and everyone’s happy. Conviction doesn’t exist… everything’s negotiable.
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    Newcomer Where can I buy an iPhone in Buenos Aires?

    You can find plenty of pages on Instagram that are trustworthy, just be sure to check the reviews before making a purchase. Some examples @eustoretech, @imark.store, @ip_argentina
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    Free events this weekend

    This event will take place this weekend, as previous ones were affected by rain.
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