Chile & The World in Six

Start your week informed with Chile and the World in Six. Today: Chile awaits crucial Q2 GDP figures that could confirm or deny a technical recession. Santiago residents show improved savings capacity. Cochilco raises copper price forecasts while Chile's production declines. Security concerns mount in Biobío after the region's 40th homicide this year. Foo Fighters confirm their return to Chile for February 2027. On the world stage: COP17 climate summit opens in Mongolia, and NATO shoots down another suspected Russian drone over Romania. Practice your English with real news that matters — Chile news in English, noticias en inglés, learn English Chile, podcast Chile. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: Congress passes a major housing subsidy reform expanding access for homebuyers, copper prices hit historic records bringing billions to Chile's treasury, President Kast unveils his crime agenda with 30 new bills targeting organized crime, and Colombia reels from a devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake that has killed over 265 people. Plus, Spain witnesses its first total solar eclipse in over a century. Your daily Chile news in English podcast covering economia chilena, noticias en inglés, and the stories that matter to you. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: Chile sends 20 tons of humanitarian aid to Colombia after the devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake, and we remember the young Chilean boy who lost his life in the disaster. The government announces changes to Ley Karin regulations as the labor complaint system faces a massive backlog. Great news for homebuyers as Congress approves expanded mortgage subsidies with lower down payments and interest rates. Plus, free healthcare for storm victims in northern Chile, weather warnings continue for Atacama and Coquimbo, and stunning images from yesterday's historic total solar eclipse in Spain. Your daily Chile news in English podcast covering noticias en ingles, actualidad Chile, and English learning for intermediate speakers. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: Cochilco raises its copper price forecast to nearly six dollars per pound — what it means for Chile's economy. Border crossings to Argentina remain shut as snow strands thousands of trucks. The latest poll shows President Kast at 35% approval, but nearly half of Chileans think the country is going backwards. The Colombia earthquake death toll rises past 180 as rescuers race against time — and Chile offers help. Plus: the Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight under dark skies, and Europe witnesses its first total solar eclipse since 1999. Practice your English with Chile's daily news podcast. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile & The World in Six: Congress approves President Kast's three vetoes to the megarreforma, blocking the "financial forgetting" law and other measures. A fugitive wanted since 2021 captured in Araucanía. Copper prices surge to record highs. Colombia reels from a deadly 7.4-magnitude earthquake. Europe prepares for tomorrow's historic total solar eclipse. Plus, Dominga López crowned Miss Universo Chile 2026. Chile news in English, your daily podcast for learning English while staying informed. Noticias de Chile en inglés. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Chile's economy grows 2.4% in June, avoiding a technical recession as mining and commerce lead the recovery. Copper hits an all-time record of US$6.71 per pound. Storm damage approaches $1 billion across the country. Courts establish a permanent mechanism to block illegal online gambling sites. Internationally, Netanyahu rejects Trump's Gaza peace plan, and the European Athletics Championships begin today in Birmingham. Tune in for clear English news from Chile with simple explanations. Chile news in English, noticias en inglés, podcast Chile, English learning, learn English with news. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

In today's episode of Chile and the World in Six, we cover President Kast's major security reform announcement with 30+ anti-crime bills, the mega tax reform cleared by Congress, and new data showing a 19% drop in homicides this year. We also discuss Chile surpassing 1.6 million foreign residents, the Teletón 2026 campaign launch, a hantavirus health alert across 13 regions, an explosive drone incident at a German airport, and FIFA's leadership crisis. Learn English while staying informed about Chile news and global events. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile & The World in Six: Chile's economy grows 2.4% in June, narrowly avoiding a technical recession as mining and commerce lead the recovery. We cover the ongoing US tariff dispute hitting Chilean wine and salmon exports, the controversial "Ley Mordaza 2.0" bill threatening journalists with prison, and expanded self-defense protections for off-duty police. Internationally: deadly Russian missile strikes on Kyiv, progress on a Strait of Hormuz deal between Iran and the US, and the world's fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in Congo. Plus, your Word of the Day: tariff. Chile news in English | English learning podcast Chile | noticias en inglés | podcast Chile. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: Copper hits an all-time record price, boosting Chile's economy. The Senate passes the mega tax reform with municipal compensation. June's Imacec shows 2.4% growth, helping Chile avoid recession. PymeDay ends today — last chance to support Chilean small businesses. Plus: heat wave warnings for summer 2026-2027, devastating wildfires in Washington state, and an update on the Ebola outbreak in Congo. Your daily dose of Chile news in English for intermediate learners. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.

Today on Chile and the World in Six: Chile's Imacec grows 2.4% in June as mining and commerce lead the recovery. Oil prices jump amid US-Iran tensions — what it means for Chilean consumers. The peso holds steady while copper prices climb above $6.50 per pound. Codelco faces tough choices as debt grows and the government debates private capital. Plus, surprising crime data shows homicides falling for three straight years, even as fear remains high. We cover the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa and what global health emergencies mean for the world. Learn English while staying informed about Chile news, noticias en ingles, and global current events. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.