CLOwnership & classification
Founded: 2009
Ownership
BioBioChile.cl is the digital news platform of Radio Bío-Bío, founded by Nibaldo Mosciatti Moena (the radio station dates to 1966 in Concepción; the website was launched on 1 August 2009). It is owned by the Mosciatti family through the holding company Bío-Bío Comunicaciones / Bío Bío Inversiones S.A., based in Concepción, and is run by Mosciatti's children (the Mosciatti Olivieri family).
Funding
It is financed commercially through advertising across its radio network and digital platforms, plus online traffic monetisation. It receives no state or party subsidy.
Affiliation & stance
BioBioChile is editorially centrist and known for an independent, non-aligned stance distinct from Chile's two big newspaper conglomerates. Because it is a privately, family-owned commercial media company free of party or state control, it is classified INDEPENDENT.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Center
- Measured from coverage
- Centerbased on 608
72/100
Factual
66/100
Objective
723
Articles
723
reports
Factual: How accurately its articles report the facts, judged against primary sources and the cross-outlet consensus. Only articles that cite their sources are counted.
Objective: How neutral the writing is — whether reporting keeps the writer’s own preferences and opinions out of the article.
Recent coverage
Trump approves firing of shooter at military base that claimed 13 lives
The U.S. president, Donald Trump, has approved the execution by firing squad of Nidal Malik Hasan, a former Army major convicted of killing thirteen people and injuring thirty-two during a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood military base in Texas. The decision was confirmed by Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell, who stated that Secretary of War Pete Hegseth recommended the execution, which Trump approved. Hasan, then an Army psychiatrist, opened fire at a soldier processing center at Fort Hood, shouting 'Allahu Akbar' during the attack. He was convicted in 2013 of thirteen counts of premeditated murder and thirty-two counts of attempted premeditated murder. The military court declared him guilty, though he acted as his own defense attorney. The Army secretary will now determine the date and location of the execution. Hasan had previously maintained contacts with radical cleric Anwar al Awlaki, a prominent figure in Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula.
Life imprisonment for the murder of a young influencer Javiera Jiménez Galleguillos
A court in Antofagasta, Chile, unanimously sentenced Andrés Sutar Araya to life imprisonment for the murder of his former partner, Javiera Jiménez Galleguillos, a young social media influencer. The crime occurred in August 2022, when the accused traveled to Antofagasta to meet her, leading to a confrontation that ended with her death, dismemberment, and burial in a remote desert area. The prosecution’s case was fully accepted by the court, which emphasized the evidence gathered by the Public Prosecutor’s Office and the homicide investigation unit of the National Police Investigations Directorate (PDI). Araya had already been serving a 16-year sentence for two separate robberies involving violence and intimidation. He was arrested in Bolivia in January 2024 and extradited to Chile. The life sentence will begin after he completes his existing 16-year term.
Turbazo to pharmacy Cruz Verde in Providencia ends with three detainees after follow-up
A group of at least four men carried out a robbery at the Cruz Verde pharmacy located on José Manuel Infante in Providencia, Chile. The incident occurred late on Monday night and involved a pursuit by municipal security officers. According to reports from La Radio, the same group had previously robbed the pharmacy the week before. After the robbery, the suspects fled in a Nissan Qashqai vehicle along Infante Street southward. Security personnel from Providencia observed and tracked them, eventually stopping three individuals: two by Providencia Security and one by Ñuñoa Security. David Fuentes, head of Providencia Security operations, explained that they received a call indicating a robbery with intimidation was taking place at the Cruz Verde pharmacy. He detailed how surveillance footage identified a suspicious vehicle waiting outside the pharmacy, leading to the interception of two suspects. A third suspect fled but was later detained through coordination with Ñuñoa Security. The stolen goods, estimated at around 8 million pesos, were all recovered. No weapons were used during the incident.
"I'm going to take out the ring": The dart of Marcela Vacarezza to Fran García-Huidobro in the debut of AR
Marcela Vacarezza, conductora de 'Plan Perfecto', respondió a comentarios de Fran García-Huidobro en el primer episodio de 'Alfombra Roja' en Canal 13. Vacarezza cuestionó la profesionalidad de los comentarios de García-Huidobro sobre su matrimonio con Rafael Araneda, afirmando que estudiar psicología no la convierte en una psicóloga activa. Ella destacó que nunca ejerció como tal debido a su relación matrimonal. En respuesta, García-Huidobro se burló de ella, diciendo que se quitará la 'argolla' para no hablar como la esposa de Araneda. Vacarezza expresó molestia por las acusaciones falsas y señaló que no dijo que fuera normal poner un GPS, algo que le afectó en su reputación.
Boric's End to Streets Without Violence: Kast's turn against Tohá and the Government
The government under President José Antonio Kast has decided to end the 'Calles sin Violencia' initiative, which was originally designed during the administration of Gabriel Boric, and replace it with a new strategy called 'Plan FOCO' starting in 2027. The budget proposal eliminates funding specifically allocated to 'Calles sin Violencia,' while significantly increasing resources for 'Plan FOCO,' which will see a 112.8% increase in funding compared to 2026. This change has sparked criticism from former Interior and Public Security Minister Carolina Tohá, who defended the previous plan’s effectiveness and criticized the decision as a weak political maneuver if it merely involves renaming the program. According to the Subsecretaría de Seguridad Pública, the shift represents a reformulation rather than a reduction in security efforts, and it was developed in collaboration with other ministries to address concerns raised by oversight agencies.
There would be more victims in the child sexual exploitation network detected in Los Lagos, says the prosecutor's office
Authorities in Chile's Los Lagos region are investigating a child sex exploitation network based in Osorno, where new victims may have been identified. The chief prosecutor, María Angélica de Miguel, stated that evidence collected during Operation Pandora has expanded the investigation, revealing additional victims who were previously unaccounted for. These individuals were linked to protective homes for children, which the perpetrators exploited by providing basic necessities to lure them into sexual activities. The operation initially led to the arrest of nine people across several cities, and further arrests have since occurred. Investigators emphasize that the case remains ongoing, with efforts focused on identifying more participants and victims.
The dollar records its biggest drop in more than a year after the government's announcement of selling dollars
The Chilean peso experienced its largest single-day decline in over a year after the government announced plans to sell dollars. The dollar fell by $19.50 to reach $972.50 per unit, marking its biggest drop since April 9, 2025. This followed five consecutive days of gains, during which the dollar had risen by $31.85. Over the past eight weeks, the currency had been steadily increasing by $79.80. However, the dollar reached a low of $969.60 before stabilizing slightly. Earlier in the day, the dollar had peaked at $994.90 amid global volatility driven by the weakness of the euro. The European currency hit an eight-month low against the dollar due to concerns about France’s ability to manage its budget deficit and fears of a repeat of the sovereign debt crisis in the Eurozone. Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar index rose 0.21% to 102.15 points, its highest level since April 10, 2025. Analysts noted increased risk aversion and demand for safe-haven assets, benefiting the dollar and increasing volatility in emerging market currencies, particularly influenced by uncertainty around upcoming elections in Brazil. The government’s decision to sell up to $600 million worth of dollars weekly starting
Quarantine imposed in Siberian hospitals due to the risk of pneumonic plague
Several hospitals in the Irkutsk region of Siberia have been placed under quarantine due to suspicions of pneumonic plague, according to reports from the independent Russian channel Liudi Baikala. While the channel noted that not all hospitals in Irkutsk are closed and strict restrictions are in place at quarantined facilities, including prohibiting family visits, local health authorities have not officially confirmed the diagnosis of 'pneumonic plague' and have not acknowledged the situation publicly. The governor of the region, Igor Kobzev, held an emergency meeting regarding suspected cases of infection but did not specify which illness was involved. Meanwhile, an independent source reported that a 28-year-old lab worker at the Irkutsk and Far East Research Institute died in a hospital in Shelkovsky, raising concerns about potential exposure. Rospotrebnadzor, Russia’s consumer protection service, stated that the cause of death was diagnosed as 'unidentified pneumonia,' with two possible explanations being under investigation: contamination during a recent trip to Thailand or accidental exposure to pathogens through a broken test tube.
LED case: former municipal lawyer convicted of bribery in Iquique
A Chilean court has convicted former municipal lawyer Rubén Guisa Castro of aggravated bribery related to corruption during the 2017–2018 LED lighting project tender in Iquique. The conviction is part of the broader 'LED case,' which involves multiple individuals and companies linked to improper conduct in public procurement. Guisa Castro was found guilty of accepting money in exchange for influencing the approval of the LED lighting contract. His actions were uncovered through intercepted phone calls and testimony from police investigators. Daniela Vargas Barbaric, who worked in the municipal planning department, was acquitted. This brings the total number of people convicted in the investigation to 15, including managers from Itelecom and ELEC, former council members, and other public and private officials. The trial involved charges such as bribery, breach of confidentiality, money laundering, illegal association, and tax violations. Of the 21 accused, 11 have been convicted through abbreviated procedures, including the Itelecom holding company.
Boric remembers the triumph of the NO and calls to "defend" and "deepen" democracy
Former President Gabriel Boric commemorated the 38th anniversary of the 'NO' victory in the 1988 plebiscite, highlighting those who resisted Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship and calling for the protection and deepening of democracy today. In a social media message, Boric acknowledged the historical significance of October 5, 1988, when the 'NO' option secured nearly 56% of votes, ending Pinochet's regime and paving the way for democratic elections. He emphasized that the current generation owes its democratic system to past struggles and urged continued commitment to defending and strengthening democracy. This statement comes amid ongoing political discourse around democratic reforms and opposition movements.
End of Prodemu: Government leaves it with budget only to concretise layoffs
The article reports that the Chilean government has decided to end financial support for Prodemu, an organization founded by former First Lady Leonor Oyarzún and associated with President Patricio Aylwin. According to the 2027 Budget Law introduced by the executive, Prodemu will receive funds only until March 31, 2027, after which it must cease operations. This decision leaves the organization with enough money to cover operational costs, including staff salaries and debt obligations, but not to continue functioning beyond that date. The move affects approximately 380 employees across Chile and disrupts programs like 'Mujeres Rurales,' potentially leaving some participants without completion of their three-year initiative. The Ministry of Women and Gender Equity attributes Prodemu’s financial crisis to decisions made during the tenure of former First Lady Irina Karamanos, who oversaw the transfer of Prodemu to other ministries in 2022 under the administration of President Gabriel Boric. The ministry clarifies that while they manage the transition of resources, Prodemu remains a private foundation, and its closure does not directly depend on them.
Calls, accounts and demands: the last hours of the candidates fighting for the seat of the ANFP
The article discusses the upcoming election for the presidency of the Chilean Football Association (ANFP), which will take place on November 19th. The new SADP law requires organizational changes, particularly increasing the role of the Chilean Football Federation. The process began with clubs receiving guidelines on September 25th, and the deadline for submitting candidate lists was October 6th at 11:59 PM. Each list must include seven members, including positions like president, vice-president, and treasurer, with three additional directors. Candidates must have experience as club presidents or directors, and each list must include a woman. Three candidates, Lorenzo Antillo, Jorge Uauy, and César Villegas, have publicly announced their intention to run, while Jorge Yunge, the current secretary general, has recently decided to run despite retiring from competition months ago. Villegas is using social media as part of his campaign strategy, though the impact remains unclear since fans do not vote. He addressed concerns about speculation regarding his credibility and emphasized transparency and independence.
This is the best gaming processor of 2026: not the fastest, not the most expensive
The article discusses a benchmarking review by Tom’s Hardware evaluating the best processors for gaming in 2026. It highlights the Ryzen 7 9800X3D from AMD as the top recommendation due to its balance between performance and price, despite being slower than newer models like the Ryzen 7 9850X3D and Ryzen 9 9950X3D. The analysis notes that while the 9800X3D is not the fastest processor, its 3D V-Cache technology provides significant performance gains over competing CPUs from Intel, such as the Core i9-14900K and Core Ultra 9 285K. The article also compares other options across different price ranges, including the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and Ryzen 5 7600X3D, emphasizing their respective strengths in gaming versus multitasking.