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    Did many expats move out of Buenos Aires due to the higher cost of living?

    Yeah, it’s wild! But honestly, this isn’t even that new, it’s been going on for over a year now. Prices have been creeping up like crazy, and locals are definitely feeling it. People are going out way less, and Sunday asados? Those used to be a tradition... now they’re kind of a luxury...
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    The African Island That Wants to Be Part of Argentina - Is that Possible?

    I'm no expert in international law or anything, but from what I understand, Annobón is officially part of Equatorial Guinea, and countries can’t just decide to join another one like switching soccer teams. 😅 There’d have to be a whole legal process, and honestly, I don’t think Guinea Ecuatorial...
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    Looking for Mattress Recommendations!

    I bought mine at www.colchonesarcoiris.com, and honestly, the customer service was excellent. They gave me personalized advice based on what I was looking for. You can either visit the store and try different mattresses, or you can get advice via WhatsApp. Hope this helps!
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    Banking What is going on with the Blue dollar? Why is it going down?

    I see that, even though the Blue dollar went up recently, it doesn't seem to worry Milei much. In fact, he said there won’t be a devaluation, which makes it seem like he's not too concerned about the exchange rate. However, that doesn’t mean the market isn’t still affected by other factors, like...
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    Getting Ready for My Driver’s Test—Need Your Best Tips!

    Hey! I just did mine a few months ago in CABA. Definitely do some practice runs in the area where you'll be tested, familiarizing yourself with the streets helps. The test is a lot about staying calm, especially when you're driving in traffic. Also, don't stress too much about minor mistakes...
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    Newcomer Exploring Argentina with Kids

    Hi everyone! We're heading to Argentina in October to explore the country and see if it's a good place for us to settle down. We're really excited about this adventure. Besides Buenos Aires, what other cities or regions would you recommend visiting? We have three kids between the ages of 7 and...
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