Chile Welcomes an Unexpected Contender as A Beloved Actor with Down Syndrome Seeks the Presidency

Chile’s presidential race, shaped by bitter extremes, suddenly has a new voice. Sebastián Solorza, a 43-year-old actor with Down syndrome and a national following, is fighting to collect signatures to run as an independent—offering empathy,...

Growing sport of padel hits the Hamptons with stars and big matches

Padel - a racket sport that includes elements of tennis and squash, brought it's growing presence to the Hamptons north of New York this past weekend, with a three day invitational that brought celebrities, competition, and fans. The tournament...

Cracker Barrel Launches New Fall Menu and Creative Campaign, ‘All the More,’ with Country Music Star Jordan Davis

Cracker Barrel, the beloved restaurant and retail brand known for serving up more than a meal, launched a new fall menu creative campaign that celebrates more than 55 years of country hospitality and positions the iconic American brand for the...

Mutharika Welcomes Interchange Naming, But Questions Timing and Chileka Airport Renaming

Former President and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) leader Peter Mutharika has welcomed the decision to name the Interchange after him—but says the timing raises eyebrows. Speaking through his spokesperson Shadric Namalomba, Mutharika wondered...

The Dominican Republic Targets a Co-Production Axis With Chile

Among the multiple panels taking place at the Santiago Film Festival’s (Sanfic) industry space, Santiago Industria, is one on the Dominican Republic, which boasts two key incentives that have powered up local and international productions in the...

There are tons of 2SLGBTQ+ movies at TIFF 2025 – Here’s 5 you need to watch 

Calling all queer film buffs, here are five films you’ll want to check out at the 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) this year. TIFF will take over Toronto from Sept 4-15, bringing hundreds of movie screenings to the...

Chile’s presidential race pits communist against far-right in polarised contest

SANTIAGO: Chile’s upcoming presidential election on November 16 highlights the nation’s political polarisation, with Communist Party candidate Jeannette Jara and far-right veteran Jose Antonio Kast emerging as frontrunners. Eight candidates have...

Santa Fe arrest, Gathering of nations, Storms ahead, Santa Fe solar farm, Green chile season

Monday’s Top Stories Monday’s Five Facts [1] Man with multiple warrants arrested by Santa Fe police – Twenty-four-year-old Isaac Barela is no stranger to Santa Fe police; he has been arrested several times in the past. This weekend, officers...

5 places to eat, drink and explore in and around Barrio Logan from musician

Music has always been part of Rory Morison’s life. He said his family would regularly host parties growing up in and around Barrio Logan, where music would always be playing, and he also frequently went to concerts with friends. Plus, when Morison...

Chiles volleyball embraces being “the hunted” in title defense

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) -After finally breaking through and winning the program’s first state championship last fall, Chiles volleyball won’t be sneaking up on anyone in 2025. This week the Timberwolves return to the floor with plenty of...

Chile wants teen pilot out of Antarctica. He says he's 'stuck' there

Ethan Guo, now 19, has been flying around the world solo in his 50-year-old Cessna 182. Photo: Instagram When Ethan Guo embarked on a mission to become the first person to fly solo to all seven continents, there was no telling how his journey...

Chiles volleyball embraces being "the hunted" in title defense

Jordan Chiles Reveals Emotional Message While Beginning New Journey to Help Young Female Athletes

Jordan Chiles has perhaps known the challenges of becoming an athlete better than most. She’s heard the ‘ not your typical gymnast’ comments, and she’s heard slurs. She’s left lost and defeated, and she’s wished to quit. But when things turned...

No idea what to see at Frieze or Kiaf? Here's what to watch for during Seoul's biggest art week.

Published: 19 Aug. 2025, 17:18 Updated: 19 Aug. 2025, 18:11 People look at paintings on the opening day of Frieze Seoul 2024 at the Coex convention center in Gangnam District, southern Seoul. [NEWS1] Frieze Seoul and Kiaf Seoul return next month,...

Frontrunners in Chile’s presidential race offer contrasting futures

A candidate from Chile’s Communist Party and a far-right veteran politician are seen as the frontrunners in the South American country’s upcoming November 16 presidential election, analysts say, an illustration of the country’s current political...

Copec opens first of 22 new charging terminals for public transport in Chile

New terminal in Santiago will cut 8,600 tons of CO₂ annually and power 88 electric buses with 100% renewable energy.Copec has inaugurated the Gabriela charging terminal in Puente Alto, the first of 22 new electric bus terminals the company will...

Michigan State football: QB Aidan Chiles repeats as 1 of 5 captains 

EAST LANSING – Jonathan Smith wrapped up Michigan State football’s preseason camp in the early afternoon. The second-year coach turned the page by naming his captains a few hours later. Coach Jonathan Smith announced via social media Monday, Aug....

‘A well-deserved honor:’ QB Aidan Chiles among Michigan State’s captains

Aidan Chiles was only 18 years old and a first-year player at a new school with zero career starts. That didn’t stop the quarterback from being named one of Michigan State’s captains last season and he’ll keep that role as a junior. Chiles is one...

Chile wants teen pilot and influencer out of Antarctica but he says he's 'stuck' there

When Ethan Guo embarked on a mission to become the first person to fly solo to all seven continents, there was no telling how his journey would unfold. Packing a survival kit, a satellite phone, and five changes of clothes into his 50-year-old...

Jordan Chiles & Olivia Dunne Make Historic Promise Never Seen From Any US Gymnastics Team Member

The 2025 gymnastics season unfolded with two contrasting storylines that captured national attention. Jordan Chiles, balancing collegiate commitment and post-Olympic stature, delivered one of the strongest campaigns of her UCLA career. Olivia...