Chile & The World in Six

Chile and the World in Six brings you today's top news: Government tensions rise as Foreign and Defense ministers clash publicly ahead of a congressional questioning. The Central Bank cuts Chile's 2026 growth forecast dramatically to under 1%, while August inflation hits 4.1%. Fiestas Patrias celebrations begin this week, with the historic Parada Militar on Saturday featuring Gendarmería for the first time. Globally, AI leaders Amodei, Altman, and Musk unite to call for slowing AI development. Oil prices surge past $100 as attacks shut Saudi pipeline and Houthis seize strategic Red Sea island. Plus, Indonesia searches for 129 missing after ferry disaster. Chile news in English, noticias en inglés, English learning podcast Chile. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: Chile marks 53 years since the 1973 coup with no government ceremony for the first time since democracy's return. The Central Bank cuts the 2026 growth forecast in half to under 1% as inflation rises and investment falls. Tensions with Argentina continue over the Strait of Magallanes. Global oil hits $105 per barrel as the Iran war disrupts energy markets — and Chilean fuel prices stay high. Plus: August 2026 ties for the hottest month ever recorded, and US Secretary of State Rubio's South America tour wraps up with Peru joining the security coalition Chile already belongs to. Chile news in English, learn English with news, noticias en inglés, podcast Chile. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Chile's Central Bank holds rates steady as growth forecasts plunge to near-zero. Oil prices hit $100 a barrel — what it means for Chilean consumers. La Roja's World Cup qualifying nightmare ends in last place. Plus: drone deliveries launch in rural Chile, an illegal daycare scandal in Maipú, new charges in the Franco Vargas case, and NeuroFest draws record crowds. Your daily Chile news podcast in English — learn the news, practice your English. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: The Central Bank presents its crucial IPoM report as economic growth projections face revision. August inflation surprises at 4.1%, double market expectations, while unemployment hits a five-year high at 9.5%. The Kast government unveils its MK4 capital markets reform aimed at making homeownership more accessible. Diplomatic tensions simmer between Chile and Argentina over the Strait of Magallanes. Copper prices surge 40% but Chilean production falls. Plus, the Iran-US conflict escalates with attacks on military bases, and we remember feminist icon Gloria Steinem. Your daily Chile news in English, perfect for practicing your language skills. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: The 81st session of the UN General Assembly opens in New York with major implications for global cooperation. Presidents Kast and Milei resolve the Strait of Magellan tension with a historic joint statement confirming Chilean sovereignty. Finance Minister Quiroz prepares to introduce the MK4 capital market reform aimed at making housing more affordable. Chile's economy struggles as July Imacec falls 1.5% and copper production hits its lowest level since 2011. Plus: fuel prices expected to rise, ChileDay heads to Madrid and London, and Estonia elects its second female president. Chile news in English, learn English with news, podcast Chile, noticias en inglés. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Chile's economy faces new challenges as July's Imacec drops 1.5%, forcing downward growth revisions. Today we cover the Madrid Forum in Santiago with Presidents Kast and Milei, the joint declaration on Chilean sovereignty over the Strait of Magellan, the death of Socialist leader Camilo Escalona, Atacama's paradoxical mining boom, Chile's Oscar submission "El Deshielo," and the latest Ukraine peace talks. Your daily Chile news podcast in English — perfect for improving your English while staying informed about Chilean and world events. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Chile's economy takes a hit as the Imacec falls 1.5% and President Kast's approval drops to 34%. Unemployment reaches 9.5% — the highest in five years — with nearly one million Chileans looking for work. On a brighter note, homicides are down 17.2% and drug seizures up 65%. Meanwhile, copper prices stay strong but production struggles. Internationally, China's President Xi visits Egypt for the first time in a decade, signaling Beijing's growing Middle East ambitions. Your daily Chile news in English. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: President Kast meets Argentine President Milei at La Moneda amid tensions over the Strait of Magellan. Finance Minister Quiroz unveils a capital markets reform to help young families access housing. Chile's economy contracts for a second straight quarter while copper production falls 2.6%. Globally, oil surges past $95 as U.S.-Iran military strikes escalate, and China's Xi visits Egypt in a decade-first trip. Plus, a Las Vegas jury convicts Duane "Keffe D" Davis for Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder after 30 years. Your daily Chile news in English, noticias en ingles, podcast Chile. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Chile and Argentina prepare for a high-stakes diplomatic meeting as President Kast visits Magallanes and President Milei arrives for the Madrid Forum in Santiago. Today we cover the government's security reform strategy change, historic convictions in Chile's largest healthcare fraud case, the upcoming capital markets reform aimed at housing affordability, and President Kast's falling approval ratings. Plus: the devastating Nepal floods, Russia's continued attacks on Kyiv, and US-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Your daily Chile news in English, perfect for improving your English while staying informed about noticias en Chile and global events. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

September begins with President Kast ruling out official ceremonies for September 4th and 11th, as Chile's homicide rate drops 17.2%. In mining news, Cochilco raises copper price forecasts to $5.95/lb while production falls 2.6%. The Central Bank is expected to hold interest rates at 4.5%. Internationally, the Nepal-China floods death toll tops 1,000 as rescue operations continue. Chile & The World in Six delivers daily Chile news in English, perfect for Chilean English learners. Topics include Chile economy, copper prices, public security, Chilean politics, and world news. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.