Year: 2016

By Thomas L. Knapp Like it or not, these days the reason for the season seems to mostly be: Shopping. Even if you weren’t among the millions lining up outside brick and mortar establishments on […]

Temer vows to veto any corruption amnestly lawmakers may grant themselves

Brazil’s President Michel Temer promised Sunday during a press conference he would step in should legislators under suspicion of corruption make an attempt to grant themselves any sort of amnesty, in what was perceived as […]

Reactions to Fidel Castro’s legacy: as controversial as in life

World reactions to the death of the Cuban Revolution leader Fidel Castro who ruled the island for half a century have been as controversial as his life and influence in world affairs. “His revolutionary ideals […]

Ex-OAS chief enters Chile’s presidential race

Former OAS Secretary-General Jose Miguel Insulza said on Wednesday that he plans to seek the Socialist Party’s nomination for president of Chile. “I come to confirm that I am available to participate in the decisions […]

UK minister underlines historic defense ties with Chile particularly at navies level

November 26, 2016 Ross Brown

During a visit to Chile, British Armed Forces Minister Mike Penning underlined the deep and historic defense ties between the UK and Chile, which he described as a key ally with a longstanding relationship, particularly […]

Cuba’s Fidel Castro dies aged 90

Fidel Castro, the Cuban revolutionary leader who built a communist state on the doorstep of the United States and for five decades defied U.S. efforts to topple him, died on Friday, his younger brother announced […]

Chile could become hotspot for immigrants from North America

November 25, 2016 Ross Brown

While Donald Trump says he would deport millions of illegal immigrants from United States on assuming Oval Office next year, one Latin American country is still keeping its door open to the poor of the […]

Water scarcity and Chile-Bolivia relations

November 24, 2016 Ross Brown

By Joseph Price The UN’s highest court, the International Court of Justice (ICJ), has recently been assessing two legal cases concerning geopolitical disputes between Chile and Bolivia. The first of these relates to Bolivia’s historic […]

Congreso Nacional discute proyecto para reformar el Código de Aguas

November 24, 2016 Ross Brown

Alexander Núñez Si el agua, hoy, es considerado un bien escaso, en pocos años más, la situación empeorará para casi todos los países del globo, y Chile no será la excepción. Chile tiene una condición […]

Diputados aprueban reforma al Código de Aguas que establece el derecho humano al agua

November 23, 2016 Ross Brown

El pleno de la Cámara de Diputados aprobó esta tarde por 63 votos a favor, 32 en contra y 3 abstenciones la idea de legislar que confirma al agua como un derecho humano fundamental, modificando […]

Snow Forecast for Seven Chilean Regions, Including Santiago

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Heavy rain, strong winds, and snowfall expected as new frontal system approaches SANTIAGO — Chile’s central and southern regions are preparing for a powerful frontal system bringing wind, rain, and snow over the coming days, [...]

Universidad de Chile Eliminated by Curicó Unido in Copa Chile Upset

National

Curicó Unido advances to quarterfinals after dramatic second-leg draw SANTIAGO — Defending champions Universidad de Chile have been eliminated from the Copa Chile Coca Cola Sin Azúcar 2025 after a 2-2 draw against Curicó Unido [...]

National

Chile’s Municipalities, Senapred Meet Ahead of Storm Forecast

SANTIAGO, Chile — As Chile prepares for an approaching winter storm system, the Association of Municipalities of Chile (Amuch) held a high-level coordination meeting with the National Disaster Prevention and Response Service (Senapred) to strengthen [...]

Lifestyle

Brian Wilson, Legendary Beach Boys Co-Founder, Dies at 82

LOS ANGELES — Brian Wilson, the legendary musician, songwriter and co-founder of The Beach Boys, has died at the age of 82, his family announced. “We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian [...]

Latin America

Chile and Norway Deepen Antarctic Cooperation with New Agreement

Chile and Norway signed a memorandum of understanding on Antarctic cooperation Monday, reinforcing their shared commitment to peace, science, and environmental protection in the region. The agreement, signed by Chilean Foreign Minister Alberto van Klaveren [...]

Latin America

Full Moon in June 2025: Date, Meaning, and What’s Ahead in the Night Sky

The full moon in June 2025 will occur on Wednesday, June 11, and will be visible in most regions depending on local moonrise and moonset times. Known as the Strawberry Moon, this lunar event is [...]

Latin America

Japan Tops Global Waste Index 2025; U.S., Israel, and Chile Rank as Worst Polluters

Japan has emerged as the world leader in waste management, while Israel, Chile, and the United States rank among the worst-performing countries, according to the Global Waste Index 2025 released by Slovak-based waste technology company [...]

Lifestyle

South Korean Model and Actor Kim Jong Suk Dies at 29, Family Urges Respect Amid Speculation