All articles tagged with #chile
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Live Science
A 1,100-year-old mummy of a miner found in Chile shows he died from extensive blunt-force trauma likely caused by a mine collapse, with CT scans revealing injuries consistent with a rockfall during turquoise extraction in ancient times.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by Indian Defence Review
Scientists discovered 160-million-year-old dinosaur footprints in Chile's Atacama Desert, including the smallest known theropod tracks, offering insights into a once wetter Jurassic landscape with ephemeral wetlands that supported diverse dinosaur species.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by Catholic News Agency
Chile’s president-elect José Antonio Kast shares a personal story about his family’s decision to have more children, his political journey, and his strong stance against leftist ideologies, emphasizing the importance of life, family, and individual freedom in shaping society.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by The Guardian
Chile is set to establish its 47th national park, Cape Froward, which will protect nearly 200,000 hectares of wilderness and complete a 2,800 km wildlife corridor, safeguarding biodiversity and Indigenous heritage in the region.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Jacobin
The recent Chilean elections resulted in a setback for the left, with far-right candidate José Antonio Kast winning the presidency, marking the end of a political cycle initiated by the 2019 social uprising. Despite some social and economic progress under Boric's government, the election was influenced by factors like compulsory voting, economic challenges, demographic shifts, and a rise in organized crime. Kast's victory reflects a broader regional trend and highlights the need for the Chilean left to adapt to new voter priorities and political realities.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by The Daily Galaxy
A 15,600-year-old human footprint discovered in Chile is the oldest in the Americas, suggesting humans reached South America over a thousand years earlier than previously believed, reshaping our understanding of early migration.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by The Guardian
Chile's newly elected president, José Antonio Kast, openly supports Pinochet's regime, reflecting a persistent nostalgia for the dictatorship among a segment of the population, despite its brutal history of torture and killings. Support for Pinochet has shifted into mainstream right-wing politics, with some voters forgetting or unaware of the regime's atrocities, raising concerns about historical memory and education.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by The Guardian
A pristine 133,000-hectare wilderness in Chilean Patagonia has been preserved through grassroots fundraising, preventing logging, damming, and development, and ensuring long-term protection of its unique ecosystems and biodiversity, including ancient forests and endangered species.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by NPR
The article describes Chiloé Island in Chile, famous for its rapidly moving tides and local legends of witches, including historical tales of a sorceress named Chillpila who made the tide recede quickly, and highlights the island's colorful houses and cultural stories.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Politico
Conservative victories across Latin America, including Chile, Bolivia, Peru, and Honduras, indicate a surge in hard-right politics influenced by Trump, with leaders emphasizing anti-socialism, immigration control, and economic reform, reflecting widespread voter dissatisfaction and ideological shifts.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by The Guardian
José Antonio Kast's victory in Chile's presidential election marks a significant shift to the far-right, with his admiration for Pinochet and hardline immigration policies raising concerns about the future of Chilean democracy amid regional right-wing trends and US influence in Latin America.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by Financial Times
Chile's recent conservative electoral victory positions it as a new ally for Trump in Latin America, potentially influencing regional politics and alliances.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by Al Jazeera
Far-right candidate Jose Antonio Kast won Chile's presidential election with 58% of the vote, marking a significant political shift and the first conservative government since 1990, amid concerns over crime, immigration, and economic issues, and facing a divided Congress.
Originally Published 29 days ago — by NPR
José Antonio Kast, a conservative candidate with a history of supporting military regimes and controversial social views, won the Chilean presidential runoff with over 58% of the vote, marking a significant shift to the right in Chile's politics amid concerns over crime and migration. He has pledged to address security issues and deport undocumented migrants, and his victory aligns with regional trends favoring right-wing policies. Kast will assume office in March 2026.
Originally Published 29 days ago — by Financial Times
A conservative hardliner has won the presidential election in Chile in a decisive landslide victory, signaling a significant political shift in the country.