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Southern Chile Wildfires Claim 19 Lives as Fires Rage On

My News2026-01-2002 mins

High winds drove wildfires across southern Chile this past weekend, killing at least 19 people, razing forests and homes, and leaving many fires still burning as of Jan 20, 2026.

Chile Wildfires Kill 18, State of Catastrophe Declared

My News2026-01-1902 mins

Chile declares state of catastrophe as wildfires kill 18 in Biobio and Nuble regions. Over 24,000 hectares burned, curfews in force and hundreds of homes lost.

Boric Condemns U.S. Military Actions in Venezuela

My News2026-01-0403 mins

Chilean President Boric denounces recent U.S. military actions in Venezuela as a dangerous precedent and calls on the United Nations to act swiftly to avoid escalation.

Chile Shifts Right: José Antonio Kast Wins Presidency

My News2025-12-1603 mins

Chile elected far-right José Antonio Kast on December 14, 2025, marking a dramatic shift to the right with 58% of the vote amid debates on security, immigration, and crime.

Clouds & Salt Lakes: A New Visa-Free Journey

My News2025-05-2102 mins

Visa-free travel lets you explore Chile’s clouds and the Chinese mainland’s salt lakes, offering an epic journey that bridges continents and cultures.