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Jan 22 2026BUSINESS

Chile's Mining Sector Raises Concerns Over New Leadership

Chile's mining industry is worried about a recent decision to combine the leadership of two important government departments. The president-elect, Jose Antonio Kast, has chosen businessman Daniel Mas to head both the Ministry of Mining and the Ministry of Economy. This move has sparked debate, as Ma

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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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Dec 16 2025POLITICS

Chile's New Leader: A Shift to the Right?

A new leader has taken charge in Chile, and he's not alone in his political views. José Antonio Kast, a man with strong conservative beliefs, has won the presidential race. He's known for his traditional values and tough stance on immigration. His win has caught the attention of other right-wing lea

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Dec 15 2025POLITICS

Chile's Big Shift: Why Voters Picked a Tough-on-Crime Leader

Chile just made a huge political move. They chose José Antonio Kast as their new president. He's known for his strong stance on security and immigration. Kast won big, getting 58% of the votes. His main focus? Making the country safer by dealing with crime and controlling who comes in. Kast isn't n

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Dec 15 2025POLITICS

Chile's Big Vote: Left Loses to Right in Presidential Showdown

Chile just had a big election. The left-wing candidate, Jeannette Jara, admitted she lost. The winner was José Antonio Kast, a far-right politician. People in Chile wanted a change. They were worried about crime and immigration. So, they chose Kast over Jara. Kast got more than half the votes. Jara

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

Chile's Big Political Shift: What's Next?

Chile is on the brink of a major political change. Jose Antonio Kast, a far-right candidate, is likely to win the presidential run-off. This win would make him the most conservative leader since the military rule ended in 1990. Kast's campaign focuses on security and immigration. He wants to use th

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Nov 29 2025POLITICS

Peru Takes Action to Secure Borders Amid Migrant Surge

Peru is taking serious steps to control its border with Chile. The country's president, José Jerí, announced a state of emergency to stop undocumented migrants from entering. This move comes as many people, mostly from Venezuela, are trying to cross into Peru. The president explained that this acti

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Nov 27 2025SCIENCE

A Glowing Butterfly in the Stars

A telescope in the Southern Hemisphere has snapped a breathtaking photo of a cosmic butterfly. This isn't your typical butterfly, though. It's a nebula, a cloud of gas and dust in space. The Butterfly Nebula, as it's called, is way out there, about 2, 500 to 3, 800 light-years away in the constellat

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Nov 20 2025BUSINESS

Lithium Demand Drives Chilean Company's Profits

Chile's SQM, a major player in the lithium industry, has seen its profits grow. This is due to a rise in lithium prices. The company made $178. 4 million in the last quarter. This is more than the $131. 4 million they made last year. Their total revenue also went up by 8. 9%. It reached $1. 17 billi

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Chile's Big Vote: Crime, Immigration, and a Divided Nation

Chile is having a big vote for a new president and parliament. The main candidates are Jeannette Jara, a communist, and José Antonio Kast, a far-right figure. Both are focusing on crime and immigration, even though they have very different views on other things. Voting is now mandatory in Chile. Th

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