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Francisca Merino
María Francisca Rosa Merino Garrido (born 9 May 1973), known as Pancha Merino, is a Chilean actress and television presenter. Her most prominent roles have been on Canal 13 series, including ', '' and '. Biography Francisca Merino started appearing in commercials at age 14 and has been financially independent ever since. She studied theater at the schools of in Chile and Juan Carlos Corazza in Spain. She made her acting debut in 1995 on the Canal 13 telenovela ', but she achieved greater popularity the following year when she portrayed Cathy Winter, the protagonist of ''Adrenalina''. In 1999, she starred with Jorge Zabaleta in the TV series ''Cerro Alegre'', playing Beatriz León Thompson, a young upper-class woman in the city of Viña del Mar. In theater she joined the cast of ''Te vas a morir de pena cuando yo no esté'', one of the most notable productions of the 2002 Santiago a Mil International Theater Festival. This was written by Pablo Illanes, with in the other lead ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Santiago
Santiago (, ; ), also known as Santiago de Chile, is the capital and largest city of Chile as well as one of the largest cities in the Americas. It is the center of Chile's most densely populated region, the Santiago Metropolitan Region, whose total population is 8 million which is nearly 40% of the country's population, of which more than 6 million live in the city's continuous urban area. The city is entirely in the country's central valley. Most of the city lies between above mean sea level. Founded in 1541 by the Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdivia, Santiago has been the capital city of Chile since colonial times. The city has a downtown core of 19th-century neoclassical architecture and winding side-streets, dotted by art deco, neo-gothic, and other styles. Santiago's cityscape is shaped by several stand-alone hills and the fast-flowing Mapocho River, lined by parks such as Parque Forestal and Balmaceda Park. The Andes Mountains can be seen from most points ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Buddhism
Buddhism ( , ), also known as Buddha Dharma and Dharmavinaya (), is an Indian religion or philosophical tradition based on teachings attributed to the Buddha. It originated in northern India as a -movement in the 5th century BCE, and gradually spread throughout much of Asia via the Silk Road. It is the world's fourth-largest religion, with over 520 million followers (Buddhists) who comprise seven percent of the global population. The Buddha taught the Middle Way, a path of spiritual development that avoids both extreme asceticism and hedonism. It aims at liberation from clinging and craving to things which are impermanent (), incapable of satisfying ('), and without a lasting essence (), ending the cycle of death and rebirth (). A summary of this path is expressed in the Noble Eightfold Path, a training of the mind with observance of Buddhist ethics and meditation. Other widely observed practices include: monasticism; " taking refuge" in the Buddha, the , and the ; ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1973 Births
Events January * January 1 - The United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland and Denmark 1973 enlargement of the European Communities, enter the European Economic Community, which later becomes the European Union. * January 15 – Vietnam War: Citing progress in peace negotiations, U.S. President Richard Nixon announces the suspension of offensive action in North Vietnam. * January 17 – Ferdinand Marcos becomes President for Life of the Philippines. * January 20 – Richard Nixon is Second inauguration of Richard Nixon, sworn in for a second term as President of the United States. Nixon is the only person to have been sworn in twice as President (First inauguration of Richard Nixon, 1969, Second inauguration of Richard Nixon, 1973) and Vice President of the United States (First inauguration of Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1953, Second inauguration of Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1957). * January 22 ** George Foreman defeats Joe Frazier to win the heavyweight world boxing championship. ** A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
El Elegido
El Elegido (born November 23, 1975) is a Mexican ''luchador'' '' enmascarado'', or masked professional wrestler. Elegido is best known for his appearances with the Mexican professional wrestling promotion AAA, where he has worked primarily as a ''tecnico'' ( a face, or those that portray the "good guys") and for a while as a member of the ''rudo'' (Heel, those that portray the "bad guys") stable ''Los Mirreyes'' alongside Alan Stone and Toscano. He has also worked for International Wrestling Revolution Group and smaller independent groups. In 2007, Elegido was among several ''luchadors'' that represented AAA in an inter-promotional show with Pro Wrestling Noah at the Differ Ariake Arena. He is known for his entrances consisting of him somersaulting from all four ring corners after raising both arms in the air at each corner. His gear consists of a black mask with a Celtic cross on the forehead of the mask, and black trunks. His ring name is Spanish for "The Chosen One" Profes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
El Amor Está De Moda
''El amor está de moda'' (''Love is in Fashion'') is a 1995 Chilean telenovela produced and broadcast by Canal 13, based on the Brazilian telenovela ''Ti Ti Ti'' created by Cassiano Gabus Mendes. Cast * Roberto Poblete as ''Aristóteles Sepúlveda / "Vittorio Valentini"''. * Fernando Kliche as ''Andrés Correa / "Jack Volteare"''. * Esperanza Silva as ''Susana Acevedo''. * Liliana García as ''Jacqueline''. * Katty Kowaleczko as ''Claudia''. * Aline Küppenheim as ''Valeria Correa''. * Claudia Conserva as ''Gabriela "Gaby"''. * Cristián de la Fuente as ''Lucas Correa''. * Luciano Cruz-Coke as ''Juan Pablo Sepúlveda''. * Adriana Vacarezza as ''Carmen Cáceres''. * Gloria Münchmeyer as ''Cecilia Correa''. * Patricia Guzmán as ''Julia Correa''. * Walter Kliche as ''Hugo Cáceres''. * Sandra Solimano as ''Sonia''. * Paulina Urrutia as ''Soledad''. * Boris Quercia as ''Domingo''. * Andrea Freund as ''Catalina Andrade''. * Guido Vecchiola as ''Jorge''. * Marcela Osorio as ' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Televisión Nacional De Chile
Televisión Nacional de Chile (TVN) is a Chilean public service broadcaster. It was founded by order of President Eduardo Frei Montalva and it was launched nationwide on 18 September 1969. Since then, the company has been reorganized on several occasions and its operations areas have increased over the years, becoming one of the leading television broadcaster in Chile and South America. The law 17 377 of 1970 established that TVN must be a public, autonomous, pluralistic and representative public service. TVN's public mission determines the obligation to promote the national cultural identity, the values of democracy, human rights, care for the environment and respect for diversity. Furthermore, Televisión Nacional governs the programming of its services according to criteria established by the National Television Council (CNTV). Televisión Nacional has been a pioneer in introducing technological advances in Chile. It was the first television network to have national coverage ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gonzalo Justiniano
Gonzalo Justiniano (born 1955) is a Chilean filmmaker. Select filmography * '' Guerreros pacifistas'' (1984) * '' La Victoria'' (1984) * '' Hijos de la guerra fría'' (1986) * '' Sussi'' (1988) * '' Caluga o menta'' (1990) * '' Amnesia'' (1994) * '' Pasión gitana'' (1997) * '' Tuve un sueño contigo'' (1999) * '' El Leyton'' (2002) * '' B-Happy'' (2003) * '' Lokas'' (2008) * '' ¿Alguien ha visto a Lupita?'' (2011) * '' Cabros de mierda'' (2017) References External links * Living people 1955 births Chilean film directors {{SouthAm-film-director-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Chosen One (2003 Film)
''The Chosen One'' (Spanish: ''El nominado'', ) is a 2003 Chilean slasher film written and directed by Nacho Argiró and Gabriel López. It stars Sebastián Layseca accompanied by Francisco Reyes, María Elena Swett and Cristián de la Fuente. It premiered on October 16, 2003, in Chilean theaters. Synopsis Reality shows have been saturating the programming of the most popular television channels for years until finally the ratings begin to decline. In a last and desperate attempt, “Bajo Tierra” is created, where 12 young people must live for 90 days in an underground bunker in the middle of the Andes Mountains. Despite the effort, the rating levels do not improve, until Miguel is eliminated by his teammates, triggering his madness. Cast The actors participating in this film are: * Sebastián Layseca as Miguel * Francisco Reyes as Patricio * María Elena Swett as Sara * Cristián de la Fuente as Rodrigo * Tomás Vidiella as Mañungo Eyzaguirre * Delfina Guzmán as Clara ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
El Mercurio
''El Mercurio'' (known online as ''El Mercurio On-Line'', ''EMOL'') is a Chilean newspaper with editions in Valparaíso and Santiago. Its Santiago edition is considered the country's newspaper of record and it is considered the oldest daily in the Spanish language currently in circulation. ''El Mercurio'' is owned by El Mercurio S.A.P. (''Sociedad Anónima Periodística'' 'joint stock news company'), which operates a network of 19 regional dailies and 32 radio stations across the country. History The Valparaíso edition of ''El Mercurio'' was founded by Pedro Félix Vicuña ( Benjamín Vicuña Mackenna's father) on September 12, 1827, and was later acquired by Agustín Edwards Ross in 1880. The Santiago edition was founded by Agustín Edwards Mac Clure, son of Edwards Ross, on June 1, 1900. In 1942 Edwards Mac Clure died and his son Agustín Edwards Budge took over as president. When Edwards Budge died in 1956, his son, Agustín Edwards Eastman, took control of the company. Edwa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Radio Bío-Bío
Radio Bío-Bío is a Chilean radio station with broad coverage in Chile. It covers news, sports, music, economics, and international relations. The station was founded in 1966 in Concepción. In the 1990s it began to expand across the country. The first additional stations were in southern Chile in Temuco, Osorno and Puerto Montt, and Santiago in 1997. One of the main stations is operated in Lonquimay in the Cordillera of the Andes in the Araucanía Region. This station, Bío Bío Lonquimay, was established in 1995 in an isolated area and provides radio service for a mainly indigenous community. Today, Radio Bio-Bio operates on 40 frequencies around the country, with 8 autonomous stations nationwide. It is the only completely independent station, not affiliated with any political, religious, or economic groups. In July 2020 Eugenio González sued Radio Bío Bío commentator Tomás Mosciatti Tomás Mosciatti is a Chilean radio host and political commentator of Radio Bío ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lollapalooza
Lollapalooza (Lolla) is an annual American four-day music festival held in Grant Park in Chicago. It originally started as a touring event in 1991 but several years later made Chicago the permanent location for the annual music festival. Music genres include but are not limited to alternative rock, heavy metal, punk rock, hip hop, and electronic dance music. Lollapalooza has also featured visual arts, nonprofit organizations, and political organizations. The festival, held in Grant Park, hosts an estimated 400,000 people each July and sells out annually. Lollapalooza is one of the largest and most iconic music festivals in the world and one of the longest-running in the United States. Lollapalooza was conceived and created in 1991 as a farewell tour by Perry Farrell, singer of the group Jane's Addiction. The first Lollapalooza tour had a diverse collection of bands and was a commercial success. It stopped in more than twenty cities in North America. In 2020, '' Spin'' rat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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