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Akriila Explores Her Musical Multiverse
Culturenme7d ago

Akriila Explores Her Musical Multiverse

Chilean artist Akriila, known for her genre-blending style, discusses her journey from a teen learning guitar to an emerging phenomenon, constantly seeking sensation and inspiration.

South Korea Releases Images of SpaceX Rocket Crash Site on Moon
TechnologyBBCcbcSCMP+16digi24observadorhotnewsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesdanasiefimeridaklix-ba+8 more18d ago19 sources

South Korea Releases Images of SpaceX Rocket Crash Site on Moon

South Korea's space agency has released before-and-after images captured by its lunar orbiter, showing the new crater created by the uncontrolled crash of a SpaceX rocket stage on the Moon. The impact provides scientists with a unique opportunity to study the lunar surface.

São Tomé Opposition Seeks Parliamentary Investigation
Politicsobservador18d ago

São Tomé Opposition Seeks Parliamentary Investigation

The opposition in São Tomé and Príncipe is calling for a parliamentary investigation, following a request by the Constitutional Court to the Supreme Court to suspend the preventive detention of Chilean Ignacio Purcell Mena, who is wanted by Interpol.

FIFA President Infantino Calls Crisis Meeting Amid Growing Controversy
WorldAl Jazeerafazberlingske+16der-spiegelle-figarosvenska-dagbladetla-repubblicadie-presseaktualne-czdigi24forbes+8 more19d ago19 sources

FIFA President Infantino Calls Crisis Meeting Amid Growing Controversy

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has called a crisis meeting of FIFA leaders in Rabat amid increasing scrutiny and accusations, including blackmail claims from the Jordan FA. The meeting comes as Infantino faces growing pressure and reports of being abandoned by his own secretary general.

Ancient Smallpox DNA Found in Chilean Mummies
Worldvijesti-me23d ago

Ancient Smallpox DNA Found in Chilean Mummies

DNA of smallpox has been discovered in Chilean mummies, providing insights into the historical impact of the disease, which is estimated to have killed about 90% of indigenous populations in the Americas.

Korea and Chile Agree to Revive FTA Upgrade Efforts
PoliticsKorea Herald25d ago

Korea and Chile Agree to Revive FTA Upgrade Efforts

President Lee Jae Myung and Chilean President Jose Antonio Kast have agreed to restart stalled efforts to upgrade their two-decade-old free trade agreement and pursue strategic cooperation in critical minerals and defense.

Worldbloomberg25d ago

Chile Finance Minister Floats Idea of Private Capital for Codelco

Chile's right-wing government, through its Finance Minister, has opened discussions about potentially introducing private capital into the state-controlled copper giant Codelco. The proposal aims to address the indebted company's future while ensuring state control is maintained.

UEFA Threatens Boycott Over FIFA's World Cup Investment Plan
WorldBBCbloombergle-monde+39The GuardianAl JazeeraFox Newsabc-australiale-figaroSCMPsvenska-dagbladetder-standard+31 more25d ago42 sources

UEFA Threatens Boycott Over FIFA's World Cup Investment Plan

UEFA is threatening to boycott tournaments and held an emergency meeting to discuss FIFA's proposed World Cup investment plan. FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the plan as a "golden opportunity" despite opposition from various football bodies.

Locarno Film Festival Highlights Swiss Cinema
Culturehollywood-reporter28d ago

Locarno Film Festival Highlights Swiss Cinema

The 79th edition of the Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland will feature a variety of homegrown and co-production projects, including films like 'The Chilean' and 'Small Talk'.

Floods in Chile and Afghanistan Cause Multiple Fatalities
WorldNHK Worldn1-serbia1mo ago2 sources

Floods in Chile and Afghanistan Cause Multiple Fatalities

Devastating floods have claimed at least 13 lives in Chile, while in eastern Afghanistan, 23 people have died and over 100 are missing due to similar severe flooding. Both countries are facing significant humanitarian challenges.

Storm in Chile Kills 10, Isolates 104,000 People
Worldobservador1mo ago

Storm in Chile Kills 10, Isolates 104,000 People

A storm in Chile has resulted in 10 deaths and isolated 104,000 people. Heavy rains began in the south-central region on Thursday and moved north, where a state of catastrophe has been declared, prompting humanitarian aid for areas without drinking water and destroyed homes.

International Condemnation Mounts Against Israeli Settlement Expansion Plans
WorldAPBBCle-monde+41Al Jazeerayle-uutisetruvaftonbladetder-standardFrance 24irozhlasorf+33 more3d ago44 sources

International Condemnation Mounts Against Israeli Settlement Expansion Plans

Several nations and the EU, including Ursula von der Leyen, have strongly condemned Israel's plans to expand settlements in the West Bank, particularly the E1 plan, warning it undermines prospects for an independent Palestinian state. This widespread opposition highlights growing international concern over the impact of these expansions on the peace process and Palestinian rights.

Sociedad Quimica y Minera Reports Strong Q2 Earnings
BusinessYahooseeking-alpha5d ago2 sources

Sociedad Quimica y Minera Reports Strong Q2 Earnings

Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile reported strong Q2 earnings, with GAAP EPS of $2.31 beating estimates by $0.26 and revenue of $2.47 billion surpassing expectations by $250 million. The company's earnings call highlighted these positive results.

Antarctic Plant Genome Mapped for Climate-Resilient Crops
Sciencehotnewschannel-news-asia7d ago2 sources

Antarctic Plant Genome Mapped for Climate-Resilient Crops

Researchers, led by a Chilean team, have mapped the genome of a rare Antarctic plant, believing it holds the key to developing crops resistant to extreme conditions. This discovery is a significant step towards creating climate-resilient agriculture.

Trump Orders US Navy to Revert to Steam Catapults on Aircraft Carriers
PoliticsbloombergThe GuardianAl Jazeera+19Fox Newscbcfazder-spiegelSCMPder-standardla-repubblicatelex+11 more10d ago22 sources

Trump Orders US Navy to Revert to Steam Catapults on Aircraft Carriers

Donald Trump has ordered the US Navy to revert to older steam catapult systems for launching jets from aircraft carriers, replacing the more modern electromagnetic launch system (EMALS). This decision, driven by Trump's personal preference, is expected to incur billions in costs and has drawn criticism from security experts.

Zambia Holds Presidential Election Amid Economic Reform Scrutiny
PoliticsbloombergAl Jazeeratagesschau+4France 24n1-serbiadanasrfi-english11d ago7 sources

Zambia Holds Presidential Election Amid Economic Reform Scrutiny

Zambia is holding its presidential election, with the incumbent president's economic reforms and record being a key focus for voters. The election is seen as a test for the country's economic policies and the leader's popularity.

OECD Reports Slowdown in Household Income Growth
Businessobservador18d ago

OECD Reports Slowdown in Household Income Growth

The OECD announced that household income growth slowed to 0.2%, with Hungary and Chile experiencing the largest increases, while the UK, Greece, and Austria saw significant declines. GDP per capita slightly accelerated to 0.3%.

FIFA Council Backs Infantino After Apology for World Cup Investment Plan
Worldle-mondeThe GuardianAl Jazeera+40dr-dkFox Newsyle-uutisetcnbchelsingin-sanomatfazder-spiegelDW+32 more18d ago43 sources

FIFA Council Backs Infantino After Apology for World Cup Investment Plan

FIFA President Gianni Infantino received full backing from the FIFA Council after apologizing to member associations for the fallout from a proposed World Cup investment plan. The decision was made during a crisis meeting in Rabat, Morocco, solidifying his position despite earlier controversies.

US Expands Blacklist of Chinese Firms Over Xinjiang Forced Labor Allegations
WorldSCMPla-vanguardiachannel-news-asia23d ago3 sources

US Expands Blacklist of Chinese Firms Over Xinjiang Forced Labor Allegations

The United States added 43 Chinese companies to its blacklist over alleged forced labor in Xinjiang, expanding its veto on exports. China's Commerce Ministry denied the accusations, while some international figures, like Chile's Kast, continued to court China despite the US tariffs.

Singer D4vd to Stand Trial for Murder of 14-Year-Old Girl
WorldBBCle-mondeThe Guardian+33dr-dknzzcbcfazDWle-figaroSCMPorf+25 more27d ago36 sources

Singer D4vd to Stand Trial for Murder of 14-Year-Old Girl

US singer D4vd has been ordered by a judge to stand trial for the murder and dismemberment of a 14-year-old girl, Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The musician faces charges related to the teenager's death and will proceed to court.

Chile Declares State of Emergency After Deadly Floods and Heavy Rains
WorldBBCyle-uutisetruv+8tagesschaufazaftonbladetorftvn24delfi-ltobservadornaftemporiki1mo ago11 sources

Chile Declares State of Emergency After Deadly Floods and Heavy Rains

Chile has declared a state of emergency in several regions after experiencing its heaviest rainfall in years, leading to widespread flooding, evacuations, and at least 10 deaths. The severe weather has isolated thousands and caused significant damage across the country.

Deadly Storm in Chile Leaves 10 Dead and 2,000 Affected
Worldle-figaronewsbeast1mo ago2 sources

Deadly Storm in Chile Leaves 10 Dead and 2,000 Affected

A powerful and deadly storm has struck Chile, resulting in at least 10 fatalities and affecting approximately 2,000 people. Emergency services are on high alert as the country deals with the aftermath.

Zambia's Hakainde Hichilema Re-elected Amid Opposition Claims of Irregularities
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+18Al Jazeerayle-uutisetcbcfazaftonbladetberlingskeDWle-figaro+10 more6d ago21 sources

Zambia's Hakainde Hichilema Re-elected Amid Opposition Claims of Irregularities

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected for a second term with 60% of the vote, despite opposition claims of electoral irregularities and arrests of 'militia' members. International reports confirm his victory, while some local sources highlight the chaotic surge from the opposition.

US Pressures Allies to Choose Sides in AI Race with China
WorldBBCbloombergAl Jazeera+17berlingskeorfde-volkskrantel-mundonational-postYahoola-vanguardiahindustan-times+9 more9d ago20 sources

US Pressures Allies to Choose Sides in AI Race with China

The United States is urging its international partners to align with it in the artificial intelligence competition against China, emphasizing the need to pick sides. This push comes amidst broader US foreign policy discussions on issues ranging from Iran's nuclear ambitions to immigration and trade practices.

Ceremony Honors Victims of Capsized Ferry Accident
CultureFrance 2411d ago

Ceremony Honors Victims of Capsized Ferry Accident

Mourners gathered for a ceremony to pay tribute to the 44 people who died in a ferry accident earlier this week. Meanwhile, ballot counting has begun in Zambia's presidential election, with President Hichilema expected to win a second term, and researchers are noting rising global temperatures.

Zambia Prepares for General Election
WorldFrance 2413d ago

Zambia Prepares for General Election

Zambia is preparing for its eighth general election since returning to multi-party democracy, with President Hakainde Hichilema seeking a second term in the mineral-rich southern African nation.

Scientists Confirm Spent Rocket Impacted the Moon
Sciencevijesti-me18d ago

Scientists Confirm Spent Rocket Impacted the Moon

Scientists are confident that a spent rocket stage crashed into the Moon, despite no direct footage of the impact. A telescope in Chile observed a debris cloud, which astronomers identified as resulting from the 8,700 km/h collision.

Brazil restricts birth tourism for Russian pregnant women
Worldlsm-lv24d ago

Brazil restricts birth tourism for Russian pregnant women

Brazil has become the third Latin American country, after Argentina and Chile, to begin restricting birth tourism for Russian pregnant women. Brazilian border guards are denying entry and sending them back on the next available flight.

FIFA's World Cup Stake Sale Plan Sparks Widespread Opposition
CultureBBCbloombergThe Guardian+58Al Jazeeradr-dknzzcnbcnostagesschaufazaftonbladet+50 more26d ago61 sources

FIFA's World Cup Stake Sale Plan Sparks Widespread Opposition

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell a stake in the World Cup has sparked widespread shock and anger across European football, with UEFA considering a boycott in response to the controversial proposal.

Storms and Floods Devastate Chile
Environmenttvn241mo ago

Storms and Floods Devastate Chile

Chile has been hit by severe storms and heavy rainfall, leading to widespread flooding. Residents are reportedly unable to leave their homes due to the natural disaster.

First Exomoon Discovered Outside Our Solar System Confirmed by VLT
Scienceder-standardel-mundoobservador1mo ago3 sources

First Exomoon Discovered Outside Our Solar System Confirmed by VLT

Astronomers have potentially discovered the first moon outside our solar system, orbiting a gas giant in a distant star system, a finding now confirmed by the VLT telescope in Chile. This discovery marks a significant step in understanding planetary systems beyond our own.

Thirteen Dead, Seven Missing in Catastrophic Chile Floods
WorldDWjerusalem-postbalkan-web1mo ago3 sources

Thirteen Dead, Seven Missing in Catastrophic Chile Floods

Catastrophic floods caused by torrential rains in Chile have resulted in 13 deaths and left seven people missing. Authorities are continuing search and rescue operations amidst the widespread devastation.