Month: September 2017

MEXICO – Pope Francis has given money to the earthquake relief effort in Mexico to help survivors and victims’ families in the worst hit areas of the country. Mexico earthquake death toll rises to 90 […]

‘National Disarmament Plan’: Venezuela destroys 448,000 firearms

CARACAS – Venezuelan authorities have destroyed 448,000 firearms as part of the National Disarmament Plan implemented by the Government, Minister for Interior Relations, Justice and Peace Nestor Reverol said the other day. The program was […]

Anger in Brazil as judge approves ‘Gay Conversion Therapy’

BRSILIA – A Brazilian federal court judge has overturned an almost 20-year-old ban on “gay conversion therapy,” now allowing homosexuality to be treated as a “disease.” Waldemar de Carvalho’s decision reverses a 1999 Federal Council […]

Salma Hayek donates $100k to Mexico earthquake relief efforts

September 21, 2017 Web Desk

LOS ANGELES- Mexican-American actress Salma Hayek said she is donating $100,000 to earthquake relief efforts in her home country. “The people of my country have now suffered three natural disasters in a row. Many children […]

World running out of antibiotics, WHO report confirms

GENEVA, Switzerland – A World Health Organization (WHO) report – Antibacterial agents in clinical development – shows a serious lack of new antibiotics under development to combat the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance. Most of […]

Paris and Los Angeles will host 2024 and 2028 summer Olympics

September 21, 2017 Web Desk

LAUSANNE, Switzerland – Paris and Los Angeles celebrated their coronation as host cities for the 2024 and 2028 Olympics here on Wednesday, delivering a jolt of good news for the International Olympic Committee as it […]

Argentina 2018 budget bill forecasts growth of 3.5% and 15.7% inflation

September 21, 2017 Web Desk

BUENOS AIRES – Argentina’s 2018 budget bill forecasts economic growth of 3.5% next year and average annual inflation of 15.7%, Treasury Minister Nicolas Dujovne told Congress the other day. The bill proposes a 2018 primary […]

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