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world5 hrs ago
Storm Surge Floods Chilean Town of Penco, Killing Three
A powerful storm surge hit Chile's central coast on Thursday, flooding homes in Penco and the Biobío region. Emergency crews evacuated residents while forecasters warned of returning winds and rain by Saturday.
livemint.comfinance4 days ago
Chile Copper Output in May: Codelco Falls 18 Percent, Escondida 18 Percent, Collahuasi 19 Percent
Chile's state-owned copper company and two major mines reported lower May production compared with a year earlier. The data were compiled by Cochilco and distributed via @FirstSquawk.
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Abc Newsworld4 days ago
Driver Crashes Into Viña del Mar Market, Killing at Least Six
An off-duty Chilean navy member drove a private vehicle into an open-air market in Viña del Mar on Sunday. The crash killed several people and injured others. Local media reported at least six deaths.
Propublicapolitics7 days ago
U.S. Works With Venezuelan Official Accused in Dissident Killing
Chilean prosecutors accuse Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello of ordering the 2024 killing of exiled Venezuelan Lt. Ronald Ojeda. The Trump administration has continued direct cooperation with Cabello on oil, mining, and earthquake relief since Maduro's January capture.
usmagazine.combusiness8 days ago
Valeria Sarmiento’s Final Film ‘Behind the Rain’ Premieres at Karlovy Vary Film Festival
Chilean director Valeria Sarmiento’s last film premieres in the Crystal Globe Competition at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival July 3-11. The project follows a psychology professor confronting past trauma after a body is found in her hometown. Variety reported details ahead of the s…
Euronewsworld13 days ago
World's Largest Digital Camera Begins Decade Survey of Southern Sky
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile has started operating its 3,000-kilogram camera for a 10-year project. It will capture 700 to 800 images each night to map the southern sky and support studies of dark matter and asteroids.
mining.comworld13 days ago
SQM and Codelco Plan Over 70 Percent Output Rise at Lithium Partnership
Chilean firms SQM and Codelco intend to expand production at their joint lithium operations. The increase exceeds 70 percent and aligns with long-term battery demand growth. @business reported the plans.
Euronewsworld16 days ago
Two Male Chilean Recluse Spiders Found in Porto
Two male specimens of Loxosceles laeta were recorded in the Portuguese city in September 2025 and January 2026. Euronews reported the findings from researchers at the University of Porto.
gizmodo.comworld16 days agoUpdated
Vera C. Rubin Observatory Begins 10-Year Southern Sky Survey
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has started a decade-long project to map the southern sky using the largest digital camera built. Located in Chile, the telescope will capture hundreds of images nightly to study stars and galaxies. Data from the survey could offer insights into dark…
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness18 days ago
Company Completes Metallurgical Drilling at Chile Gold Project
Flagship Minerals finished pilot-scale metallurgical drilling and trenching at its Isidora gold project in Chile. The company has shifted to resource growth drilling ahead of an updated mineral resource estimate.
thequint.compolitics23 days ago
Chilean Court Sentences Three Former Agents to 15 Years for 1976 Washington Bombing
A Santiago court convicted three former agents of Chile's secret police in the 1976 car-bomb murder of Ronni Karpen Moffitt. The ruling closes a case reopened in 2012 after earlier convictions covered only the death of Orlando Letelier.
middleeasteye.networld28 days ago
Chile’s New President Strengthens Ties With Israel
Chile’s incoming administration is expanding diplomatic and economic links with Israel after years of pro-Palestinian policy under former President Gabriel Boric. The shift affects Chile’s Palestinian community, the largest outside the Arab world.
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theyeshivaworld.comworld34 days ago
Chile’s 2016 Food-Labeling Rules Coincided with Drop in Excess Weight among Young Schoolchildren
A study of more than 300,000 Chilean children aged 4 to 6 found lower rates of excess weight after the 2016 rules took effect. French lawmakers have proposed similar measures.
Statscience35 days ago
Chile Warning Labels Linked to 2-3% Lower Obesity Risk in Young Children
@statnews reported that a Lancet study found Chile's 2016 black octagonal warning labels reduced overweight and obesity risk among children ages 4 to 6 within 18 months of introduction.
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness36 days ago
Norfolk Metals to Acquire Chilean Copper Project for US$55M
Norfolk Metals agreed to purchase the Ciclón copper project in Chile for US$55 million. The transaction includes a capital raising of up to US$120 million and a change in company focus.
Bloombergworld37 days ago
Chile Suspends 2030 Structural Budget Balance Target Amid Economic Slowdown
The Finance Ministry abandoned its goal of balancing the structural budget by 2030 amid ongoing fiscal pressures and an economic downturn.
citizen.co.zaworld38 days ago
Chile Seizes 1,080 Tons of Lumber Laced With Cocaine and Ketamine Headed to Europe
Chilean customs officials said the Monday seizure of cocaine and ketamine hidden in 45 containers from Bolivia carries an estimated $8.3 billion retail value on the European market.
bbc.co.uksports39 days ago
DR Congo vs Chile World Cup Warm-Up Relocated to Orleans Behind Closed Doors After Spanish Mayor Blocks Match
The Democratic Republic of Congo's final pre-tournament friendly against Chile will be played without spectators in France after a Spanish venue was blocked over Ebola concerns.
Abc Newsscience43 days ago
Researchers Test Arthritis Drug for Hantavirus After Cruise Ship Outbreak
A study in Argentina found that four of five patients survived after receiving tocilizumab for hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. Researchers in Chile and other countries continue work on antibody treatments and vaccines despite limited funding.
Abc Newssports43 days ago
Spanish city cancels Congo World Cup warmup over Ebola concerns
The mayor of La Linea de la Concepcion blocked next Tuesday's friendly between Congo and Chile citing health risks from the Ebola outbreak. Congo's federation is seeking an alternative venue through talks with Spanish and international soccer bodies.
Al Jazeerasports44 days ago
Spanish Mayor Bans DR Congo vs Chile Friendly, Citing Ebola Risk Despite Team's Compliance with World Cup Health Protocols
The mayor of La Linea de la Concepcion signed a decree cancelling the June 9 match citing health risks from an Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo. The decision follows advice from regional and local health officials.
koreaherald.comsports46 days agoUpdated
Joaquin Niemann Beats Talor Gooch in Playoff to Win LIV Golf Korea
Chilean golfer Joaquin Niemann defeated Talor Gooch in a sudden-death playoff to claim his eighth LIV Golf title and a $4 million prize at the par-70 Asiad Country Club in Busan on May 31, 2026.
morningstaronline.co.uksports47 days ago
Alejandro Tabilo defeats home favorite to reach second week of Grand Slam
Chilean player Alejandro Tabilo advanced to the second week of a Grand Slam tournament for the first time. He defeated the home favorite in the match at the current event.
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usatoday.comworld48 days ago
Chilean Adoptee Meets Birth Mother After 35 Years
Kyle Adler, a 36-year-old Chilean American, traveled to Chile in February to meet his birth mother for the first time since he was nine months old. He was one of thousands of children adopted abroad during Chile's military dictatorship from 1973 to 1990.
pakistantoday.com.pkworld48 days ago
Supreme Court Rules 8-1 on Colorado Conversion Therapy Law
The U.S. Supreme Court issued an 8-1 decision in Chiles v. Salazar concerning a Colorado statute on conversion therapy. The ruling addressed whether the state law regulating the practice violates constitutional protections.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld50 days ago
Historical Novel Retells Story of Castaway Who Inspired Robinson Crusoe
Francesca de Tores’ second novel follows Alexander Selkirk, the Scottish sailor whose experiences are said to have inspired Daniel Defoe’s 1719 book. The narrative centers on Selkirk’s years alone on an island off Chile.
jta.orgsports51 days ago
Argentine Police Arrest Two Chilean Men in U.S. Athlete Burglaries
Argentine authorities detained two Chilean citizens at a Buenos Aires bus station on Monday. The men are among several charged in the United States with burglarizing homes of professional athletes.
finance.yahoo.comworld51 days ago
Codelco and SQM Plan $3 Billion Investment in Lithium Extraction Technology
The two Chilean companies will spend $3 billion on new extraction methods at their Atacama Desert joint venture. The funding targets lithium production facilities in the region.
france24.compolitics52 days ago
Chile Tightens Border Measures After New President Takes Office
Chile began stricter entry checks and started building a border wall with Peru after President José Antonio Kast took office. The measures have made daily movement harder for migrants in the Peruvian border city of Tacna, though large-scale removals have not occurred.
dutchnews.nlworld52 days ago
Chilean Police Arrest Three Suspects in Athlete Home Burglaries
Chilean police arrested three nationals in Argentina last week on suspicion of burglarizing homes of professional athletes in the United States and Argentina. The suspects are expected to be extradited to face charges in either country.
nypost.comsports53 days ago
Two Chilean Men Arrested in Argentina for Burglarizing Former Tennis Champion's Home
Argentine authorities arrested Ignacio Zúñiga Cartes and Bastián Jiménez Freraut after a May robbery at Juan Martín del Potro's residence in Tandil. Investigators linked the pair to additional thefts from U.S. athletes' homes between 2024 and 2025.
finance.yahoo.comworld57 days ago
Codelco Fires One Executive and Reprimands Others After Internal Audit
Codelco conducted an internal audit that led to the dismissal of one executive and reprimands for several others. The company is Chile's state-owned copper producer.
thehindubusinessline.comfinance57 days ago
Codelco Plans to Integrate Three Copper Mines for $2 Billion in Savings
Codelco announced plans to combine operations at three copper mines to generate $2 billion in combined cost savings and new revenue. The state-owned Chilean company is addressing stagnating output and rising debt.
Science Newsscience59 days ago
Study Links Warmer Antarctic Soils to Higher Plant Fungal Pathogen Levels
Soil DNA samples from Chile to the Antarctic Peninsula show that plant fungal pathogens increase with higher air temperatures. Researchers project that under medium to high greenhouse gas emissions scenarios, these fungi could double in some coastal Antarctic soils by 2100.
Varietyworld59 days ago
France’s Lilith Films Joins Chilean Drama ‘A Woman Wants to Die’ at Cannes
France’s Lilith Films has joined the production of the Chilean drama “A Woman Wants to Die.” The project is a co-production involving companies from Chile, Argentina, and Brazil and stars Paulina García.
world63 days ago
First Cameras Installed This Summer on Fred Young Submillimeter Telescope in Chile
The Fred Young Submillimeter Telescope, perched at 5,600 metres in Chile's Atacama Desert, will soon receive quantum sensor cameras developed by Canadian researchers. Scott Chapman and Mike Fich described the project as opening a new window on the universe at a fraction of space-…
finance.yahoo.comtechnology68 days ago
U.S. Presses Argentina and Chile to Review Chinese Telescope Projects
The United States has urged Argentina and Chile to examine two Chinese telescope initiatives in the Andean deserts. One project in Argentina remains incomplete after authorities held key components at customs. Astronomers have expressed concern that the reviews could delay scient…
nypost.comworld68 days ago
Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi Plans Future Meeting With Birth Mother After First Phone Call
The 38-year-old 'Jersey Shore: Family Vacation' star said she needs more time before a video call with the mother who gave her up for adoption in Chile. Polizzi spoke on the red carpet outside Marquee nightclub in Chelsea as the MTV series aired its ninth and final season. She fi…
riotimesonline.comworld69 days ago
Chile and Honduras to Return Envoys to Israel After 2023 Recall
The presidents of Chile and Honduras told Israel's president on Friday they intend to return their countries' ambassadors to Israel. The envoys were recalled in late 2023 in protest of Israel's war in the Gaza Strip. The previous presidents of both countries had ordered the recal…
The Guardianworld69 days ago
The Andes virus is endemic to Chile and Argentina, which is where the MV Hondius cruise began.
The Andes virus is endemic to Chile and Argentina, which is where the MV Hondius cruise began. Health officials believe the couple who first came down with symptoms and later passed away may have been exposed to the virus while visiting Argentina before the ship’s departure.
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Bloombergpolitics70 days ago
Chilean Economic Bill Clears First Congressional Hurdle
A flagship economic bill advanced past its initial vote in congress on Thursday. The measure is a priority for the new administration as it seeks broader legislative backing. Further votes will be required before the bill can become law.
The Guardianworld71 days ago
New Parasitic Wasp Genus and Species Described from 1983 Chilean Specimen
Scientists at the Natural History Museum in London have described Attenboroughnculus tau, a new genus and species of ichneumonid wasp, honouring the broadcaster as he prepares to turn 100 on 8 May. The 3.5 mm specimen, collected in Chile in 1983, was discovered in an unsorted dra…
South China Morning Postworld71 days ago
University of Chile Study Examines Multigenerational Gut and Metabolic Effects of Sucralose and Stevia in Mice
Researchers at the University of Chile found that sucralose and stevia altered gut microbiota, gene expression and metabolism in mice, with some changes appearing in first- and second-generation offspring never directly exposed to the sweeteners. The paper was published in Fronti…
nypost.comsports68 days agoUpdated
Romanian Gymnast Suspended for Doping Violation While Appealing Olympic Bronze Medal
Ana Maria Barbosu received a provisional suspension after missing three drug tests in a 12-month period. The 19-year-old is appealing the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport and remains in a separate legal dispute with Jordan Chiles over the 2024 Paris Olympics floor e…
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UN Study Identifies Santiago Landfill as Major Methane Emission Source
A landfill on the outskirts of Santiago, Chile, ranks among the world's largest producers of climate-warming methane gas. A United Nations study estimates its emissions match those from nearly 2 million cars driven annually. The site, one of the planet's biggest trash heaps, high…
japantimes.co.jpworld78 days ago
Chilean Military Police Disperse Student Protests Against Proposed Education Funding Cuts
Chile's military police cracked down on student protesters demonstrating against government proposals to limit free higher education. The proposals include cutting a scholarship program and increasing student loans. The events highlight tensions over education access in the count…
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ocregister.comworld82 days ago
Central Chile Wildfires Destroy 1,750 Homes, Kill 21 in Concepción Province
Devastating wildfires erupted in central Chile's Concepción province on January 16, 2025, destroying over 1,750 homes and claiming at least 21 lives. Fueled by extreme heat and flammable plantations, the fires spread rapidly, injuring more than 300 people and burning 74,000 acres…
ndtv.comworld82 days ago
Light Pollution Threatens Astronomical Sites in Chile's Atacama Desert
The Atacama Desert in Chile provides optimal conditions for astronomy due to its dry climate, high altitude, and low light pollution. Recent proposals for development projects near observatories have raised concerns about potential impacts on sky clarity. Efforts are underway to…
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Chilean National Gets 3 Years for Purse Thefts in DC, Including One Involving Kristi Noem
A Chilean national residing illegally in the U.S. received a three-year prison sentence for stealing a Gucci handbag from former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem during an Easter dinner in Washington, D.C. The theft was part of a series of purse snatchings in April 2025. H…
JavierADM25 / Wikimedia (Public domain)world99 days ago
Chilean Authorities Dismantle Criminal Network Involved in Large-Scale Copper Theft
Chilean authorities have dismantled a criminal network engaged in large-scale copper theft through a multi-agency investigation called Operation High Voltage. The operation targeted theft from electrical infrastructure. Details on the network's activities and the investigation's…
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Chile's New Government Reverses Expropriation Plan for Colonia Dignidad Memorial Site
Chile's administration under President José Antonio Kast has announced plans to reverse the expropriation of 117 hectares at the former Colonia Dignidad site, originally decreed by the previous government to establish a memorial for dictatorship victims. The site, founded by Paul…
winnipegfreepress.comworld102 days ago
Chilean Zoo Organizes Annual Easter-Themed Food Hunt for Animals
Bioparque Buinzoo, Chile's largest private zoo, held its 16th annual event on Sunday where animals searched for food packaged as Easter egg-themed treats. Species including meerkats, monkeys, lemurs, caracals, and sheep participated in activities designed to mimic natural foragin…