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    Questions About Milei’s Disability Policy

    Many feel that Milei lacks empathy for this sector. He hasn’t considered the long-term impact of cutting essential services, while other areas that could be reduced, like some bureaucratic programs or non-essential subsidies, remain untouched. People see this as a lack of prioritization and...
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    Is it really that dangerous to go to the stadium? What went wrong at Independiente yesterday?

    I always go to River Plate games and I’ve never had any problems. I honestly don’t understand how the controls failed here, something as basic as a body check should have prevented this. It’s just inexplicable.
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    What’s Going On With Bariloche’s Snow This Year?

    Yeah, it’s honestly pretty strange, this should be peak winter season in Bariloche, but there’s barely any snow. I’ve seen a ton of TikToks lately from tourists who showed up expecting a winter wonderland and ended up super disappointed. Some slopes are either closed or barely open with...
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    Best Patagonia destinations

    Hey there! If you're planning to spend some time in Patagonia, I definitely recommend using Bariloche as your base, it's a great jumping-off point and has a perfect mix of nature, good food, and mountain-town vibes. One thing you absolutely shouldn’t miss is renting a car and driving the Route...
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    Moving to Buenos Aires with Teenagers - What type of social activities are there?

    One cool option year-round is volunteering, there are youth-focused orgs here where teens can help out while practicing Spanish in a low-pressure environment. A friend’s daughter volunteered at a pet shelter and made friends that way. Here are some that accept foreigners...
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    Has anyone watched the Menem series?

    The guy sold off the country piece by piece and somehow got re-elected. The show touches on it, but it still feels soft. Argentina deserves better historical storytelling, IMO.
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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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