Venezuela Refuses Entry To Flight Carrying Deportees: Chilean Authorities
According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, at least 7.7 million Venezuelans have left the country, with around 444,000 settling in Chile.
Lithium Miners Turn to Direct Extraction for a Greener Future: What Role South America Plays?
Goldman Sachs' report tallied 28 distinct lithium mining projects employing DLE technologies worldwide
Tesla Establishes New Operations In Lithium-Rich Chile
The company has startеd rеcruiting for various positions, including a gеnеral managеr, salеs advisors, and sеrvicе tеchnicians.
Chile Bans Hikers From Patagonia's Glacier Over Climate Change
Following a study by government hydrologists, the decision was made to shut down the hiking activities, as Exploradores was reaching an "inflection point," deemed dangerous and unstable.
Three Latin American Countries Take Diplomatic Measures Against Israel Amid Hamas War
Bolivia severed diplomatic ties with the country, while Chile and Colombia recalled their ambassadors for consultations
Magnitude 6.6 Earthquake Hits Chile; Tremors Felt In Neighboring Argentina
The epicenter of the earthquake was 42 kilometers southwest of Huasco, a city located in the Atacama region of the country. The earthquake's depth was 35 kilometers (22 miles).
The Long Journey of Norwegian Writer and Nobel Laureate Jon Fosse to the Chilean Stages
Although Fosse has lived almost his entire life in Europe, his work reached far-away territories, such as South America
Happy Birthday Google, but What is Google Doing in Latin America?
Google turned a quarter of a century old, with that, they've also been investing in Latin America for 17 years, but what exactly are they doing?
Spain Strips Chilean Leader Pinochet Of Military Honor To Rectify 'Historical Injustice'
The announcement came a day after the 50th anniversary of the US-backed coup in Chile that marked the beginning of Pinochet's long and repressive dictatorship.
Clashes, Arson Mar Chile March To Commemorate Pinochet Victims
Leftist President Gabriel Boric joined the procession of some 5,000 people, according to the government -- becoming the first leader of Chile since the end of the dictatorship in 1990 to do so.
50 Years Later, Wounds Of Pinochet Regime Remain Fresh as Then
Two commissions created to study the dictatorship concluded that at least 38,254 people were tortured under the Pinochet regime, which lasted until 1990.
What To Know About Pivotal Chile Coup, 50 Years Later
President Gabriel Boric will attend a ceremony to mark the 50th anniversary of the coup on Sunday along with leaders from Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, and Uruguay. The events remain deeply divisive and continue to shape modern politics.
Dictator Pinochet Looms Large Over Chile 50 Years After Coup
Augusto Pinochet presided until 1990 over a period of economic prosperity, but also great cruelty. More than 3,200 people were killed or "disappeared" -- abducted and presumed killed -- by his security forces, and about 38,000 were tortured.
50 Years Later, Chilean Mothers Still Mourning, Searching For 'Disappeared' Sons
Decades after Pinochet's downfall and the arrival of democracy in Chile, the fates of only 307, out of at least 1,469 people have been determined.
Three Books to Learn More About the History of Latin America
Reading is the encounter with the thoughts of others, with their letters and their feelings. Reading is a journey through time.
Dear Taylor Swift, Please Come to Chile
Chilean President Gabriel Boric is eager to ask Taylor Swift to perform in Chile during her international Eras Tour
Chile Constitution: Far-Right Party Holds Majority In New Assembly
José Antonio Kast, who lost against Gabriel Boric in the 2021 presidential election, is seen as the big winner in Sunday's poll.
Chile Aims To Become World Lithium Leader
Chile is aiming to become world lithium leader as demand for it rises.
Bill Reducing Work Week To 40 Hours Approved By Chilean Congress
The legislation was approved by the Senate several weeks ago in an anonymous vote, and it was then approved by the lower house of the Chilean Congress Tuesday.
Chile Finalizing Major Earthquake Insurance Deal With World Bank
The World Bank and Chile are nearing an agreement for insurance against large earthquakes that could affect the nation's budget and public debt.
ICJ Declines Issuing Decision On Silala River Dispute As Chile, Bolivia Come To Agreement
The International Court of Justice on Thursday declined to give a ruling related to the Silala River case between Bolivia and Chile as both parties have appeared to find agreement on most of what's disputed.
Unrest Continues In Chile As Student-Led Protests Continue Progressive Demands After Constitution Defeat
Student-led protests have increased in Chile after the rejection of the new draft Constitution in the public on September, with many decrying the school systems and general inequality plaguing the country.
Thousands Of Confidential Documents From Chile Military Leaked Online By Hacktivists
Hackers have reportedly leaked several important military documents online, including classified information from the Chilean military.
Miley Cyrus Forced To Cancel Asunciónico Festival Appearance After Lightning Struck Her Plane On Route To Paraguay
Miley Cyrus is sharing an unforgettable anecdote following her terrifying travel experience on route to Asunción, Paraguay, after her plane was caught in a major storm system and struck by lightning, forcing the pilot to make an emergency landing.
Tiger Slit Woman Worker's Throat While She Was Cleaning Safari Enclosure
A tiger got out through an unlocked cage and reportedly slit the throat of a safari park worker in Chile while she was cleaning the safari enclosure.
$140 Million Worth Of Illicit Gold Smuggled Into US Via Armored Vehicles By Florida CEO
An armored truck company CEO has been embroiled in a money-laundering case extending from Latin America to South Florida after he allegedly facilitated the importation of thousands of kilograms of illegally sourced gold from Venezuela, according to a criminal complaint affidavit released on Tuesday.
Thieves Abort Petrol Station Robbery After Car Owner Sprays Fuel On Them
CCTV footage from a petrol station in Chile shows the driver dousing three hooded men with fuel as they jump out of a van and rush towards him and his car.
Latin America Could Create 15 Million Jobs By Taking Part In Green Initiative, Says IDB And ILO
Researchers said on Wednesday that about 15 million green jobs in climate and nature protection could be created for Latin America if countries would take part in a sustainable economic recovery plan by cutting carbon emissions whenever possible.
Latin America Receives Huge Donation Of Medical Supplies From China
Latin America has been distributing China's donations to other parts of the territory in an effort to cope with the effects of the coronavirus recession.
Chile Coronavirus Update: Death Toll Skyrockets After Fresh Cases Get Registered
Recently, the Chilean government also revealed its intent to go ahead with a plan to roll out certificates to COVID-19 survivors in order for them to resume work.