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Month: August 2017

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Chile saw 40% fall in Foreign Direct Investment last year – lowest since 2009

August 22, 2017 Web Desk

Isabel Cocker/The Santiago Times Staff SANTIAGO – Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Chile fell to its lowest level in 2016 since 2009, the second successive year for which shrinkage has been reported, according to a […]

Lifestyle

IN PICS: Cool Canada Film Festival 2017 at Matucana 100

August 22, 2017 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – Chile’s Matucana Cultural Center 100, in collaboration with the Embassy of Canada, is celebrating Canada’s 150th anniversary with Cool Canada Film Festival in Santiago. The festival, which started on August 16, will continue […]

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Vatican releases logo, motto for Pope’s trip to Chile

August 22, 2017 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – The Vatican has released the official logo and motto for Pope Francis’ Apostolic Journey to Chile, which takes place on 15-18 January 2018. The Pope will visit Chile ahead of his trip to […]

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Chile rejects $2.5 billion Coquimbo mine project to protect endangered species

August 22, 2017 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – The Chilean government has shown its strong will to protect sea life, including endangered penguins by rejecting plans for a US$2.5 billion mining project after it failed to provide sufficient environmental guarantees. Andes […]

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Chile: SANFIC 13 opens with sharp political thriller ‘La Cordillera’

August 22, 2017 Web Desk

By Isabel Cocker / The Santiago Times Staff SANTIAGO – The 13th Santiago International Film Festival (SANFIC 13) opened last night with screening of the Argentine film, La Cordillera, speeches by the organizers and the […]

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Chile court rules in favor of abortion in limited cases

August 22, 2017 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – The Chilean Constitutional Tribunal on Monday upheld a measure that would end the country’s absolute ban on abortions. The court’s 6-4 vote accepted the constitutionality of a measure to legalize abortions when a […]

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Santiago de Chile to host Latin American Rugby League Championship 2017

August 21, 2017 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – Chile has been confirmed as the host for this year’s Latin American Rugby League Championship. An announcement from the Asia Pacific Rugby League Confederation said the city of Santiago will be the venue […]

Latin America

Bolivia launches Truth Commission to investigate military dictatorships’ crimes

August 21, 2017 Web Desk

LA PAZ – Bolivian President Evo Morales is to take an oath to the five members of the Truth Commission that will research crimes committed by military dictatorships from 1964 to 1982. According to the […]

Lifestyle

SANFIC 2017: Santiago International Film Festival kicks off in Chilean capital

August 20, 2017 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – The thirteenth edition of the Santiago International Film Festival (SANFIC), which will kick off from today, will have in its national category four world premieres and four national premieres, showing particular points of […]

Lifestyle

South America’s first White Rhino to make public debut at Chile’s Buin Zoo

August 19, 2017 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – Pantaleon, the first white rhino or square-lipped rhinoceros born in South America, is to make public debut today. This historical birth occurred on July 27 in Chile”s Buin Zoo, 35 kilometers south of […]

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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, [...]
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Universidad de Chile Eliminated by Curicó Unido in Copa Chile Upset

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June 11, 2025
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 [...]
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Chile’s Municipalities, Senapred Meet Ahead of Storm Forecast

June 11, 2025
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 [...]
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Brian Wilson, Legendary Beach Boys Co-Founder, Dies at 82

June 11, 2025
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

June 9, 2025
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 [...]
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Full Moon in June 2025: Date, Meaning, and What’s Ahead in the Night Sky

June 9, 2025
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

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

June 9, 2025
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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