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 deadly nationwide riots. Practice your English while staying informed about Chile news, noticias en inglés, and world events. New episodes every weekday morning on Spotify.