Is inflation getting in the way of the holiday season?
Despite economists’ fear of recession in 2023, many Chileans aren’t cutting corners on Christmas. A survey conducted by Clever revealed that 42 percent of Chileans...
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Christmas in Chile: decorations and traditions
SANTIAGO – As the song goes, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year … ,” with decorations going up all around and kitchens turning...
Christmas Femicides Shock Chile
by Diego Rivera
SANTIAGO/VIÑA DEL MAR – Women’s rights groups have expressed anger over two femicides that took place over Christmas weekend. Authorities are still tracking down one...
Catastrophic Christmas in Valparaíso: 200 Houses Burned
VALPARAÍSO – Fires destroyed at least 200 houses on Christmas Eve in Valparaíso. According to authorities, the fires were intentionally set. Several fires are still...
Cola de Mono: Grab A Monkey’s Tail This Christmas Eve
SANTIAGO – Cola de Mono, or “Monkey’s Tail” in English, is a typical drink few Chileans miss on Christmas Eve. It demands attention with its...
Why Do Chileans Wear Yellow Underwear on New Year’s Eve?
SANTIAGO – Yellow panties are one popular charm for Chileans on New Year’s Eve. As 2022 approaches, people start “preparing” (buying their lucky yellow underwear)...
An analysis of a Chilean Christmas
SANTIAGO – As Chile is a predominantly a Catholic country, Christmas is a very important holiday that is widely celebrated. Just as in many other...