CHILEAN

Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Germany and Chile Revisit Dark History of a German-Led Settlement

The German government now plans to discuss with Chile’s recent conservative leadership about turning a remote settlement with a troubled past into a place remembering torture victims. Germany still backs this memorial idea despite Chile’s new right-wing housing minister recently changing course on i

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Venezuelans in Chile: A Longing for Home Amid Political Turmoil

In Chile, Venezuelans are facing a tough situation. They are caught between the hope of returning home and the uncertainty of their future. The recent news of President Nicolás Maduro's capture by U. S. forces sparked excitement among the Venezuelan community in Chile. Many gathered in Parque Almagr

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Nov 16 2025POLITICS

Chile's Election: Crime, Immigration, and a Shift to the Right

Chile is in the middle of a big election. People are worried about crime and immigration. The far-right is getting stronger. Jose Antonio Kast is a big name. He wants to be tough on crime and immigration. He has said he will build walls and fences. He also wants to deport people who are not legal.

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Jul 12 2025SCIENCE

How Face Shapes Are Changing and Why Your Mask Might Not Fit

People in Chile are getting bigger faces, and that's a problem for mask fit. A recent study looked at how faces have changed over the last decade and how well masks fit now compared to before. The study used two sets of data: one from 2013 with manual measurements and another from 2024 using 3D scan

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Apr 11 2025HEALTH

Breast Cancer: The Insurance Gap in Chile

Breast cancer is a big deal in the Americas. It tops the list of most common cancers and is the second leading cause of cancer deaths. This is a serious issue that affects many people. One major problem is the time it takes for patients to start treatment. This delay can make a huge difference in ho

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Feb 14 2025LIFESTYLE

Whale of a Surprise: Kayaker's Close Encounter in Chilean Waters

In the vast, cold waters of the Strait of Magellan, a young kayaker named Adrian had a close call with a humpback whale. The whale surfaced and swallowed him and his yellow kayak in one swift motion. It was a terrifying moment for Adrian, who thought he was a goner. Adrian's father, Dell, was pad

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Feb 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

Whale's Mistaken Snack: Kayaker's Close Call

In the icy waters of Chile, a kayaker found himself in a situation he never expected. Adrián Simancas was paddling with his dad, Dell, near the San Isidro Lighthouse when a humpback whale decided to investigate. The whale, mistaking the kayak for a tasty snack, engulfed Adrián and his yellow kayak.

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Nov 17 2024ENVIRONMENT

Facing the Courts: Who Can Fight for Chile's Environment?

Ever wondered who has the right to challenge decisions made by Chile's Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Agency (SMA)? Laws in Chile, specifically N° 20. 417 and 20. 600, state that only those directly affected by a decision can take it to the Environmental Court. But what does "directly affe

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