Stories for July 18th 2001

Wednesday, July 18th 2001 - 21:00 UTC

Documentary recreates Shackleton's saga.

The mythical English explorer Ernest Shackleton sailed once again. But this time in a forty minutes documentary that was launched a few weeks ago in top movie theaters in United States and Europe. The film was directed by George Butler with mostly British and American actors, but there were also a number of Punta Arenas residents among the logistic crew.

Wednesday, July 18th 2001 - 21:00 UTC

Falklands sportsmen and women excel at Island Games.

Unlike two years ago, when the Falklands shooting team returned home from the ISLAND GAMES with a Gold, two silver and several bronze medals, the 38 sportsmen and women who competed in 6 sports in the 2001 Games, came back this time empty handed, but with much pride and considerable success to record.

Wednesday, July 18th 2001 - 21:00 UTC

Locals of all ages enjoy the snow by FIBS

Excellent photo by Derek Petterson.