ESO Finds Giant Planet in Process of Formation
Astronomers using ESO’s Very Large Telescope have obtained what is likely the first direct observation of a forming planet still embedded in a thick disk of gas and dust. If confirmed, this discovery will greatly improve our understanding of how planets form and allow astronomers to test the current theories against an observable target. ZURICH, [...]
U.S.-Chile Bilateral Political Consultations
Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Roberta S. Jacobson will lead the U.S. delegation at this year’s session of the U.S.-Chile Bilateral Political Consultations at the U.S. Department of State on July 13, 2012. Jacobson and the U.S. delegation will hold these wide-ranging talks with Ministry of Foreign Affairs Director General Alfonso Silva [...]
U.S. Undersecretary of the Army Visits Chile
SANTIAGO — Undersecretary of the United States Army Dr. Joseph W. Westphal recently participated in the 12th US and Chile Defense Consultative Commission (DCC) in Santiago, Chile. He visited with Chilean Army units throughout the country to expand relationships and increase security cooperation in the hemisphere. Westphal participated in the bilateral talks as a member [...]
Ministers of Finance and Culture Praise the ChilePaga Program
SANTIAGO — During a press conference on Monday, Minister of Finance Felipe Larraín announced the success of the ChilePaga program. ChilePaga is run by the Ministry of Finance and was first introduced in August 2011. Its task is to ensure that various government organization and public services pay back their debts to investors on time. [...]
Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes South-Central Chile
SANTIAGO – An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 on the Richter Scale struck at 7:37 p.m. in the Maule region, located in central Chile, according to sources at the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The epicenter of the quake was located approximately 103 kilometers northwest of the city of Talca, with a depth of [...]
21% of bus fares in Santiago go unpaid, highest level ever
SANTIAGO — Transantiago, Santiago’s bus transport system, is suffering from fare evasion by many travelers. The $60 increase in bus fares this year is directly related to the high rate of fare avoidance. From January to December 2011, 21% of fares were not paid – the highest level since the Transantiago program began in 2007. Since [...]
Curico Valley Wine Route celebrates the ‘Night of the Vineyards’
This traditional event will take place on Feb. 11 on the shores of Lake Vichuquén. Once again, the vineyards that make up the Curico Valley Wine Route will be united to celebrate the fascinating world of wine and the natural beauty of the lake. The 7th annual “Night of the Vineyards,” set on the banks of Lake [...]
Environmental super surfers launch ‘Fuerza Chile! Stand Up for Clean Water’
Save The Waves Coalition announces the “Fuerza Chile! Stand up for Clean Water” Campaign including the launch of fundraising goal of $10,000 for water quality testing in central Chile. Donations will support a much-needed water quality testing in the ocean at the outfall of a pulp mill plant and along the Itata River. This will [...]
Conference on top innovation funds for businesses in Chile
Companies nowadays are in constant need of innovation. You are too. The government of Chile has one of the most advanced innovation systems in Latin America, and is strongly promoting innovation and entrepreneurship. This is reflected in the placement of more than US$700 million annually in tax-free grants for the development of high impact innovation projects and R&D for companies and organizations. [...]
