Power Outage in Chile

Chile experiences a seven-hour power outage causing chaos in the country.

Chile Power Blackout

A sweeping blackout plunged most of Chile into darkness, stranding commuters, knocking the internet offline, and paralyzing businesses and daily life as officials scrambled to restore power.

Chile Blackout

A sweeping blackout hit Chile, leaving millions without power. A transmission line disruption caused the outage affecting 14 of 16 regions, including Santiago. Hospitals, prisons, and government buildings switched to backup generators. Officials are working to restore power and urged the public to stay calm.

Chile Power Outage

A massive power outage in Chile left 19 million people without electricity from the northern Arica and Parinacota region to the southern Los Lagos region. The blackout was caused by a disconnection in the transmission system in the Norte Chico region, affecting a large percentage of the population.

International Relations, Politics, Environmental Issues, Health, Cultural Repatriation

French President Macron to meet with President Trump to discuss European plan for peace in Ukraine. Germany's center-right Christian Democrat leader Friedrich Merz likely to become new chancellor. Greenpeace USA facing $300 million lawsuit from Energy Transfer due to protests against Dakota Access Pipeline. Importance of post-workout recovery highlighted for athletic performance and injury prevention. Chile's lithium mining operations causing controversy in local communities. 113 Benin Bronzes returned to Nigeria after being looted by British troops in the late 19th century.

Impact of Lithium Mining on Indigenous Communities in Chile

Indigenous Lickanantay people in Chile's Atacama Desert resist lithium mining operations due to the potential destruction of their culture and environment. Companies like SQM, Albemarle Corp., and BYD have set up operations on the Atacama salt flat, leading to mixed opinions among locals about the benefits and harms of the lithium boom. Residents fear the loss of water, work, and culture as the extraction of lithium continues.

Kayaker briefly scooped into humpback whale's mouth off Chilean coast

A kayaker in Chile was briefly scooped into the mouth of a humpback whale off the coast of Patagonia before being released unharmed. The incident was caught on camera by the kayaker's father.

Humpback Whale Swallows Kayaker in Chile

A humpback whale in Chile briefly swallowed a kayaker before releasing him unharmed. The incident was caught on camera and went viral. Despite the scare, both the kayaker and his father returned to shore uninjured.

Latin American Governments' Reactions to Trump's Second Term

Latin American leftist governments and authoritarian regimes criticize Trump's stance against authoritarianism at the start of his second term. Cuba and Venezuela condemn Trump's actions on terrorism, while Colombia and Brazil react to Trump's executive orders and statements. Chile reaffirms its commitment to working with the United States despite political changes.

Creation of Chile's 47th National Park

Chile is creating its 47th national park in the southern tip of South America with the help of a U.S. conservationist and her organization.

Train Collision in Chile

Two people were killed and nine others injured in a train collision near Santiago, Chile. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the crash.

Endangered Humboldt Penguin Population in Chile

Humboldt penguin populations in Chile are at risk of extinction due to various threats including marine pollution, avian flu, and disturbance of nesting sites.

Chilean Authorities Arrest Suspects for Causing Deadly Fires

Chilean authorities arrested two individuals accused of causing massive fires in February that left 137 dead and over 16,000 homeless. The suspects allegedly planned and executed the fires, resulting in a state of emergency being declared. Investigations revealed a motive tied to financial gain, with one suspect teaching the other how to make incendiary devices.

Strange Luminous 'Rods' in South American Skies

Strange luminous 'rods' captured on camera in the skies over South American countries, believed to be UFOs but experts say they could be Starlink satellites. Videos filmed in Argentina, Chile, and Brazil show long white and blue objects moving slowly in the sky. UFO researcher Rony Vernet captured one of the incidents in Brazil on April 29, and witnesses in Argentina and Chile also filmed similar objects. Experts suggest the objects may be Starlink satellites, as they resemble the satellite constellation launched by Elon Musk's company SpaceX.

Chile's Coldest Autumn in Over 70 Years

Chile is experiencing its coldest autumn in over 70 years due to a sudden cold front, with temperatures near freezing and snowfall in some areas. Climate change is believed to be a factor in the extreme weather events.

Revival of Ckunsa Language in Chile

Ckunsa, an indigenous language in Chile, was declared dead 70 years ago, but groups in northern Chile are successfully reviving the language and teaching it to a new generation.

Revival of Chile's Indigenous Language

Chile's indigenous peoples are working to revive their primary language declared extinct decades ago

Chilean Nun Keeps Deceased Friend in Suitcase

An 80-year-old nun in Chile was discovered wheeling a suitcase containing the remains of her deceased friend, whom she had kept in the suitcase for a year out of affection.

94-year-old adventurer and grandson quest to conquer all seven continents

A 94-year-old adventurer and her grandson are on a quest to conquer all seven continents after visiting all 63 U.S. National Parks. They just returned from Chile and the Galápagos Islands.