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Six minutes. Every weekday morning. The most relevant news from Chile and the world — in English. A daily news podcast designed for Chileans who want to stay informed while keeping their English sharp, for expats living in Chile, and for anyone curious about Latin America's most stable economy. We cover politics, economy, security, health, and the global stories that actually matter for Chile. Hosted by George. New episodes Monday to Friday, 7 AM Chile time, on Spotify. Noticias de Chile en inglés. Daily news from Chile in English.

Recent Episodes

Chile & The World in Six — Friday, October 23, 2026

Chile faces tough economic news as CEPAL cuts 2026 growth to just 0.2%, the AFP pension scandal deepens with a formal investigation into Fund E losses, and Justice Minister Rabat confirms controversial sentence reductions at Punta Peuco. Internationally: Italy and Spain restore open borders after Ceuta crisis, Russia hits Kyiv with cluster munitions, and a critical PHP security flaw threatens websites worldwide. Your daily Chile news and English learning podcast covers noticias de Chile, econ...

7 MIN

Chile & The World in Six — Thursday, October 22, 2026

Today on Chile and the World in Six: Fuel prices rise for the fifth week in a row as truckers threaten to strike. A powerful storm system brings waterspouts to Biobío and forces school closures. The UN condemns weddings and parties at former Colonia Dignidad torture site. A critical PHP security vulnerability puts millions of websites at risk worldwide. Plus, Storm Adam leaves at least five dead in Spain. Your daily Chile news podcast in English — perfect for intermediate English learners. Ne...

7 MIN

Chile & The World in Six — Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Today on Chile and the World in Six: President Kast names Gonzalo Arenas as new government spokesperson. Congress passes controversial migration law allowing police to enter homes for deportations. Classes resume after storm, but Arauco declares Red Alert as massive sinkhole threatens 152 families. AFP pension scandal deepens — Fund E down 10.39% and all seven administrators under investigation. IMF cuts Chile's growth forecast to just 0.6%. Plus: SpaceX and Tesla explore historic merger, Jap...

8 MIN

Chile & The World in Six — Tuesday, October 20, 2026

On today's Chile and the World in Six: A powerful storm forces school closures in 49 communities across five Chilean regions. CNN Chile journalist Mónica Rincón survives a violent armed carjacking in Santiago. Chile reopens its consulates in Venezuela after nearly two years. The AFP pension Fund E loses over 10% this year, sparking political debate. The IMF cuts Chile's 2026 growth forecast to just 0.6%. Japan launches a historic mission to Mars's moon Phobos. And France imposes curfews after...

7 MIN

Chile & The World in Six — Monday, October 19, 2026

Today on Chile and the World in Six: Red alert declared in 10 Santiago communities as a major storm system approaches with heavy rain, hail, and landslide risks — schools suspended Tuesday. We cover the tragic Portillo avalanche that killed four climbers, the seventh anniversary of Chile's estallido social with 29 detained, the end of the Centinela mine strike, Chile's economy facing a harsh IMF forecast at just 0.6% growth, a landmark 20-year sentence for a Tren de Aragua gang member, violen...

7 MIN