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Home2018February03 (Saturday)

Day: February 3, 2018

Latin America

Venezuela: Maduro named as socialist party’s candidate for 2018 election

February 3, 2018 Web Desk

CARACAS – Some 600 delegates from the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) ratified on Friday President Nicolás Maduro as his candidate for the upcoming presidential elections, which by decision of the National Constituent Assembly […]

Lifestyle

Reef Chile cancels beach contest over ‘gender violence’ concerns

February 3, 2018 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – Wrapped in a context of questioning and after 15 years since its inauguration, the organizers of the acclaimed contest Miss Reef Chile announced this week that the contest is suspended indefinitely. The decision […]

National

Japanese telescope to be sent to Chile’s Atacama Observatory

February 3, 2018 Web Desk

SANTIAGO/TOKYO – A new infrared telescope developed by the University of Tokyo will be set up at Chile’s Atacama Observatory – known as the world’s highest altitude observatory. The ground-based telescope measures 6½ meters in […]

Featured

Macri opens free trade zone in Jujuy to develop northern Argentina

February 3, 2018 Web Desk

BUENOS AIRES – Argentina’s President Mauricio Macri has inaugurated a free trade zone in the province of Jujuy, in the north of the country, with which he hopes to attract investments and increase access to […]

Business

Chile’s Central Bank leaves basic rate unchanged for 8th consecutive month

February 3, 2018 Web Desk

SANTIAGO – The Board of Chile’s Central Bank has decided to keep the Monetary Policy Rate at 2.5% for the eighth consecutive month. Thus, the decision taken by the governing body in its Monetary Policy […]

Latin America

Return Lula’s passport, orders Brazil’s judge

February 3, 2018 Web Desk

BRASILIA – A Brazilian federal judge ruled on Friday that authorities must return the passport of former President Lula da Silva, seized last week on the order of another court after his conviction for corruption […]

Latin America

Costa Rica wins coastal border dispute with Nicaragua at UN Court of Justice

February 3, 2018 Web Desk

SAN JOSÉ – Costa Rica claimed victory over Nicaragua on Friday, after the United Nations’ highest court awarded Costa Rica disputed territory along the coastal border shared by the two Central American countries. Nicaragua was ordered […]

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Snow Forecast for Seven Chilean Regions, Including Santiago

Featured
June 11, 2025
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

National
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 [...]
National

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 [...]
Lifestyle

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 [...]
Latin America

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 [...]
Lifestyle

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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