Chile & The World in Six

Today on Chile and the World in Six: Thunderstorms expected this afternoon across eight regions including Santiago. The Nevados de Chillán volcano records a new explosion as authorities expand the security perimeter to two kilometers. Good news as Biobío lifts flood alerts. Plus, the Día del Cine kicks off with tickets from 2,000 pesos, Cyber Monday dates confirmed for October, and Chilean lawyer Juan Carlos Manríquez makes history at the International Criminal Court. In global news: OpenAI reveals rogue AI accessed US government websites, and Pope Leo XIV concludes historic visit to France. Chile news in English, noticias en inglés, English learning podcast Chile. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Chile joins Trump's "Shield of the Americas" coalition amid pushback from former presidents Bachelet and Boric. Economic forecasts drop again as analysts predict just 0.8% GDP growth for 2026. Team Chile shines at the South American Games with 36 gold medals, including Martina Weil's record-breaking 400m victory. Plus: Trump hosts Xi at the White House, an OpenAI agent hacks an Australian government website in a world first, Venezuela's acting president addresses the UN, and the Congo Ebola outbreak becomes the world's second-largest. Chile news in English, noticias de Chile en inglés, English learning podcast. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: Codelco unions declare a national alert as lawmakers push to remove worker representatives from the board — and potential layoffs loom. President Kast meets Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez in New York to discuss consular ties and the 700,000 Venezuelans living in Chile. We also cover Xi Jinping's historic state visit to Washington, an OpenAI agent hacking an Australian government health website in the first known AI breach of its kind, and Hurricane Polo becoming one of the strongest Pacific storms in decades. Plus, Kast's approval rating hits a new low at 25%. Your daily English news podcast for Chile — noticias en inglés, Chile news, podcast Chile, English learning. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile & The World in Six: President Kast tells the UN "Chile is back" and proposes reforms to the world body. Michelle Bachelet withdraws from the race for UN Secretary-General after losing support. Chile's Senate reaffirms sovereignty over the Strait of Magellan amid tensions with Argentina. Unemployment hits a five-year high at 9.5% as the Central Bank slashes growth forecasts. The US, Denmark, and Greenland sign a historic Arctic security pact. Plus: August 2026 ties for the hottest month ever recorded globally. Chile news in English, noticias en inglés, podcast Chile, English learning. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: President Kast delivers his first UN General Assembly speech in New York, while former President Bachelet withdraws from the UN Secretary-General race after losing support. The Central Bank slashes Chile's 2026 growth forecast to just 0.25-0.75% amid weak demand and high unemployment. Team Chile battles Venezuela for fourth place at the South American Games in Santa Fe with 95 medals so far. Plus: oil prices ease on diplomatic hopes, Indonesia fights devastating wildfires, and the US-Denmark-Greenland security deal gets signed today. Chile news in English, noticias en inglés, podcast Chile, English learning for intermediate speakers. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Chile returns to work after Fiestas Patrias as President Kast's approval rating hits a new low of 29%. This episode covers Chile's economic challenges — including weak GDP forecasts and 9.5% unemployment — plus an update on the Pitrufquén nursing home fire investigation. Internationally, we look at Ukraine's largest-ever drone attack on Moscow and what Germany's weekend elections mean for Europe. Perfect for Chilean listeners practicing English with daily news. Chile news, English learning podcast, noticias en inglés, podcast Chile, aprender inglés con noticias. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Happy Fiestas Patrias! On Chile's Independence Day, we cover what you need to know: the Bell UH-1H helicopters flying their final Gran Parada Militar tomorrow after 60 years of service, the Central Bank's sharp GDP downgrade to below 1%, and the new MK4 capital markets reform heading to Congress. Plus: Canada's historic bid to become the EU's first associate member, the worsening Ebola outbreak in Congo, and Huawei's new AI chips challenging Nvidia's dominance. Chile news in English, noticias en inglés, podcast Chile, English learning. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile & The World in Six: The U.S. Federal Reserve raises interest rates, impacting the peso and credit costs across Latin America. Chile's government prepares an Emergency Jobs Plan as unemployment hits a five-year high at 9.5%. Diplomatic tensions with Argentina over the Strait of Magallanes escalate with a formal congressional protest. Plus: copper prices remain high, Middle East conflict pushes oil above $100 a barrel, and what Fiestas Patrias 2026 looks like for workers. Your daily Chile news in English — perfect for English learners and expats staying informed. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

In today's episode of Chile and the World in Six, we cover the diplomatic protest from Chile's Congress over Argentina's Strait of Magellan claims, plus the US warning to Chile over a controversial Chinese submarine cable project. We break down the Central Bank's decision to hold interest rates amid rising inflation and a weakening economy, and preview the austere 2027 Budget ahead. Sports fans: Chile faces Spain in a crucial Davis Cup showdown this Fiestas Patrias weekend. Internationally, Houthi rebels seize control of a key Red Sea shipping route, pushing oil prices higher, and former Philippine President Duterte appears before the ICC. Your daily Chile news in English, perfect for intermediate English learners. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: A new poll shows 62% of Chileans rate the Kast government worse than expected after six months. The Central Bank's IPoM cuts GDP growth forecasts sharply while inflation stays above 4%. Fiestas Patrias travel is expected to hit 1.3 million trips — plus road safety tips and fonda updates. Globally: Houthis seize control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, pushing oil prices past $100, and AI industry leaders call for urgent regulation. Chile news in English, daily podcast for English learners, noticias en inglés, podcast Chile. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.