Chile's press in one place: El Mercurio and La Tercera, the historic El Mercurio de Valparaíso — the world's oldest Spanish-language daily, printing since 1827 — plus BioBioChile and Cooperativa online and Diario Financiero for business.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the oldest newspaper in Chile?
- El Mercurio de Valparaíso, publishing since 1827, is the oldest Spanish-language newspaper in continuous circulation in the world.
- What are the most read newspapers in Chile?
- El Mercurio and La Tercera are the leading national dailies, with BioBioChile and Emol dominant online.
- What is the main TV news in Chile?
- 24 Horas (TVN) and CNN Chile are among the country's leading television news services.
Chile has one of South America's most respected and stable newspaper industries, with a vibrant media landscape that reflects the country's strong democratic tradition, extraordinary geographic diversity stretching from the Atacama Desert to Patagonia, and its position as one of Latin America's most economically dynamic nations. Chilean newspapers serve a population of 19 million from the bustling capital Santiago to remote island communities, publishing almost exclusively in Spanish with a small English press for the expat community.
Among the most widely read Chilean newspapers online is BioBioChile, the country's leading digital news portal. El Mercurio is Chile's most influential national daily, founded in 1900 and long considered the country's newspaper of record. La Tercera and CNN Chile lead in digital TV news. For business, Diario Financiero is the essential financial daily, and the Bolsa de Santiago is the official stock exchange. Sports fans follow the ANFP for La Roja — Chile's beloved national football team.
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