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  1. GlasgowJohn

    Any "Black Friday" sales here in Argentina? I saw they already had Cyber Monday

    Buquebus is doing 25% off from today until Friday. Quite nice as we are just about to buy.
  2. GlasgowJohn

    Any "Black Friday" sales here in Argentina? I saw they already had Cyber Monday

    Some stores will do sales and call them Black Friday. But don't expect any US-type bargains.
  3. GlasgowJohn

    The CEO of Carrefour announced that the company will stop sourcing meat products from Mercosur countries

    And the Brazilians fight back... https://www.abc.es/economia/mayor-carnica-mundo-boicotea-tiendas-brasilenas-carrefour-20241125193913-vi.html https://efe.com/economia/2024-11-25/jbs-carne-carrefour-brasil/
  4. GlasgowJohn

    Argentina and the IMF: Can This Marriage Be Saved?

    @Larry , I dont think it is possible but I didn't think they would be able to reduce the value of the USD. I thought they might be able to stabilize things for a few months. But they have surprised everyone I think.
  5. GlasgowJohn

    Argentina and the IMF: Can This Marriage Be Saved?

    Devaluation is the big problem. We all know that the Peso is overvalued but also that devaluation will bring back inflation. But maybe Caputo and his team will have a magic solution....
  6. GlasgowJohn

    What happens if Argentina gets too expensive? What are alternative cities/countries to move to when it's overpriced in Argentina?

    Even if she loses the appeal, she won't go to prison as she is over 70 yo. It will be an anklet and forced to stay at home.
  7. GlasgowJohn

    Food & Drink One of my favorite all-around restaurants for great steaks and gourmet food - El Preferido de Palermo

    believe it or not , its always packed . You need to make a reservation
  8. GlasgowJohn

    Newcomer Men, Be Careful!

    She looks a little like my mother in law And is the same age. Should I be worried?
  9. GlasgowJohn

    Javier Milei’s approval drops as Argentina’s middle class cuts expenses to make ends meet: Poll

    @Avocado , I reckon he will throw cash about prior to the mid term elections next year. That will give him breathing space and with the opposition still divided be will be relected.
  10. GlasgowJohn

    Newcomer Christmas in Buenos Aires

    I have never eaten in a restaurant on Christmas Eve or on the 31st December. But the other recommendatiosn look decent!
  11. GlasgowJohn

    Newcomer Christmas in Buenos Aires

    You are welcome any time @Uncle Wong ! I will forward the address on 26th December!
  12. GlasgowJohn

    Newcomer Christmas in Buenos Aires

    Christmas is very much a family thing here. If you are lucky enough to be invited to one of the family celebrations , you will have a great time1
  13. GlasgowJohn

    Newcomer Christmas in Buenos Aires

    Its quieter than normal but there are still plenty of people about
  14. GlasgowJohn

    One Direction Singer, Liam Payne commits suicide at the Casa Sur Hotel in Palermo Hollywood

    He was a big celebrity in the UK. I got ten calls from friends based in the UK to ask about it.
  15. GlasgowJohn

    Western Union

    Remember that WU rate is more related to the MEP Rate than the Blue Rate
  16. GlasgowJohn

    Most interesting expat you have ever met ?

    I think we all want to see some photos!!!!
  17. GlasgowJohn

    Argentina’s ‘Milei Miracle’ is exposing its failing socialist neighbors

    I don't think it's the voting age. The age of 13 is the revised age when adolescents must accept responsibility for crimes they commit. You commit an adult crime you get an adult person sentence. Makes a lot of sense to me.
  18. GlasgowJohn

    Economy Argentina's Government Removes Price Caps on Cable, Mobile Phone, and Internet Rates

    @Pink Panther , I am with Movistar .
  19. GlasgowJohn

    Economy Argentina's Government Removes Price Caps on Cable, Mobile Phone, and Internet Rates

    I thought they already had that right. My cellphone company has increased prices every month since January above the inflation rate.
  20. GlasgowJohn

    Trump Demolished President Biden tonight on the Debates

    A question from a non-American. How quickly can Biden be thrown off the ticket? And who would the Democrats replace him with?
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