CHILE

May 11 2026FINANCE

Chile’s economy set for modest growth as new policies take shape

Chile’s government expects the economy to expand by just over 2% this year, despite pushing forward with spending cuts and reforms aimed at attracting more investment. The administration, led by a conservative team, insists on sticking to a 4% growth goal, but admits the path won’t be smooth. With g

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Apr 25 2026SCIENCE

Sombrero Galaxy’s New Look: A Stellar Reveal

The Sombrero galaxy, a famous spiral with a distinct hat shape, has just been photographed in stunning detail by a Chilean telescope. The image was captured four years ago, but the full color processing finished only this week. Scientists say the galaxy sits about 30 million light‑years from Eart

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Apr 17 2026POLITICS

Chile shows its strict new approach to migration control

Chile just carried out its first deportation flight under a tougher immigration strategy. The government sent 40 people back to Bolivia, Colombia, and Ecuador from the northern city of Iquique. Officials didn’t say how often these flights will happen next, but they called it the start of a long-term

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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 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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