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Month: August 2017

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U.S. imposes more sanctions against Venezuela including Hugo Chavez’s brother

August 10, 2017 Web Desk

WASHINGTON/CARACAS – The United States has introduced sanctions on eight new Venezuelan officials, including Adan Coromoto Chavez Frias, the brother of late President Hugo Chavez, for their role in creating an all-powerful legislative body loyal […]

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Chile, Bolivia discuss anti-crime procedures in La Paz meeting

August 10, 2017 Web Desk

LA PAZ – Representatives of the Bolivian Police and Carabineers of Chile will define procedures against crimes in common areas in response to the commitments of the 13th meeting of the Border and Integration Committee. […]

National

China donates bicycles for Chilean police

August 10, 2017 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – Santiago’s mayor Felipe Alessandri has thanked China for a new donation of bicycles for the Chilean capital’s police. The bicycles will help to increase patrols in crowded places and reduce crime and insecurity, […]

National

Chile alarmed by increase in HIV/AIDS cases

August 10, 2017 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – The Chilean government has taken several actions to neutralize the incidence of HIV-positive cases, which scaled up 66 percent in the last six years. Health Minister Carmen Castillo has promised a greater control […]

Lifestyle

Biggest ever dinosaur ‘Patagotitan mayorum’ found in Argentina

August 9, 2017 Web Desk

BUENOS AIRES – Scientists have discovered biggest ever discovered dinosaur as heavy as a Boeing 737 in Argentina. The behemoth weighed more than 65 tons and perhaps as many as 77, a new study says. […]

Latin America

Venezuela: U.N. secretary general urges government and opposition to relaunch negotiations

August 9, 2017 Web Desk

UNITED NATIONS/CARACAS – Highly concerned that recent developments in Venezuela could lead to further escalation of tensions and hamper a peaceful solution to the crisis, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres again on Tuesday urged […]

Latin America

Regional countries don’t recognize Venezuelan constituent assembly; permanent group to monitor events

August 9, 2017 Web Desk

LIMA- On Tuesday, thirteen foreign ministers from the Americas met in Lima, Peru, in order to discuss Venezuela’s social and political crisis. The result was a signed declaration in which the representatives declare that Nicolás […]

Business

Chile expects $65b in copper mining investments until 2026

August 9, 2017 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – Chile’s Copper Commission (Cochilco) expects total investments in mining projects in the country to total US$ 64.856 billion from 2017 to 2026, according to a report released yesterday. According to the Chilean mining […]

Featured

Qatar allows visa-free entry to 15 South, Central American countries including Chile

August 9, 2017 Web Desk

DOHA – Qatar will allow visa-free entry for citizens of 15 countries in Central and South America, with immediate effect, officials announced on Wednesday. The countries are: Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Venezuela, Uruguay, Peru, Paraguay, Colombia, […]

Latin America

Venezuela: Opposition mayor goes into hiding after arrest orders

August 9, 2017 Web Desk

CARACAS – Ramon Muchacho, who governed the opposition bastion of Chacao, has gone into hiding after Venezuela’s Supreme Tribunal sentenced him to 15 months in jail. He has been accused of defying an order to […]

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Universidad de Chile Eliminated by Curicó Unido in Copa Chile Upset

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Chile’s Municipalities, Senapred Meet Ahead of Storm Forecast

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

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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 [...]
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Chile and Norway Deepen Antarctic Cooperation with New Agreement

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

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

June 9, 2025
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 [...]
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South Korean Model and Actor Kim Jong Suk Dies at 29, Family Urges Respect Amid Speculation

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South Korean model and television personality Kim Jong Suk has died at the age of 29, his family confirmed on June 6. The news has shocked fans and colleagues across the country’s entertainment industry, where [...]

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