A rare oarfish has washed ashore at Playa Chacaya in northern Chile, 
reviving an ancient legend that links the mysterious deep-sea creature to earthquakes and tsunamis. 

Sometimes called the “doomsday fish”, the oarfish lives in deep waters and is rarely encountered by people. 

The fish's appearance sparked fascination and alarm, revives ancient Japanese legend Ryugu no tsukai messenger from sea god palace links oarfish to earthquakes tsunamis, before 2011 Tohoku quake 20 sightings reported.

The Doomsday fish giant  | Doomsday fish linked to ancient myths stuns Chile

Chile has declared a red alert for the Santiago Metropolitan Region after severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and a destructive hailstorm battered the area on October 13–14. The National Disaster Prevention and Response Service (Senapred) issued the alert as extreme weather threatened the region.

Chile's capital grapples with widespread flooding 

Severe flooding has hit Chile’s Talagante region after the Mapocho River overflowed following record October rainfall. Police rescued at least 17 people by helicopter, with children and pets among those evacuated. Santiago recorded its wettest October in 76 years, while a strong El Niño event contributed to the unusually heavy rainfall.

Chile floods: Helicopters rescue flood-trapped families

Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet has officially withdrawn her candidacy to become the next United Nations Secretary-General. Her announcement via social media followed a third informal Security Council straw poll in which she placed second to last among eight candidates, receiving just one "encourage" vote alongside 11 "discourage" votes. Bachelet, who was backed by Mexico and Brazil, noted that while the timing was not right for her bid, her campaign helped highlight the push for a female leader from Latin America to head the world body.   


Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet quits race to lead the UN 

Chile has made history as the first country in South America to receive WHO validation for eliminating dog-transmitted rabies as a public health problem. The country hasn't seen a single human case of dog-to-human rabies since 1972, a result of over five decades of sustained vaccination drives, surveillance, and public health investment. WHO chief Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus called it a "historic achievement," noting Chile now offers valuable lessons for other nations still battling this preventable disease.


Chile becomes first South American nation validated by WHO for eliminating dog-transmitted rabies

Copper markets are having a moment, not the calm, predictable kind.
A mix of extreme weather, geopolitics, and booming demand is tightening global supply, pushing prices toward record territory and keeping traders on edge.


Copper rally heats up on supply shocks

Anti-government protests have erupted across Chile, with demonstrators clashing with police in scenes of significant unrest. Security forces deployed crowd-control measures as tensions escalated on the streets, highlighting growing public anger over political and economic issues facing the country

Massive Unrest In Chile: Protesters Clash Violently With Police

Anti-government protests have broken out in Chile following President Gabriel Boric's latest State of the Nation address. Demonstrators took to the streets as police deployed water cannons to disperse crowds amid growing public anger over key political and economic issues. The unrest highlights continuing tensions between the government and opposition groups.

Chile Protests Erupt After President's State Of The Nation Address | WION

Chile’s capital, Santiago, has been engulfed by a thick blanket of smog, forcing authorities to declare an environmental pre-emergency amid growing health concerns.


Santiago Air Pollution: Smog Chokes Chile’s Capital 

Chile is witnessing large-scale student protests as thousands march toward the presidential palace in Santiago, expressing concern over proposed budget cuts that they fear could impact the school meals programme. Demonstrators say the plan threatens essential support for low-income students, while the government insists that the food programme is not at risk. The protests highlight growing tensions over education funding and social welfare priorities in the country.


Chile Protest: Student Protests Erupt in Chile Over Budget Cut Fears in School Meal Program 

Mass student protests have erupted across Chile against President Jose Antonio Kast’s proposed austerity measures and planned education budget cuts. Demonstrators flooded the streets of Santiago, with clashes breaking out between students and police during tense confrontations. Protesters say the proposed reductions threaten access to quality education and could deepen inequality. The unrest has intensified political pressure on the government amid growing public frustration over economic policies.


Chile Protests: Mass Protests Erupt in Chile Against Jose Antonio Kast's Austerity Plan 

The United States has revoked the visas of three Chilean officials in an unusual diplomatic move linked to Chile’s expanding trade relations with China.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio alleged that the officials risked compromising critical telecommunications infrastructure through a proposed undersea cable project connecting Chile to Hong Kong.

Chile’s government dismissed the allegations, with Foreign Minister Alberto van Klaveren saying the project is still in its early stages and that no final decision has been taken. The development comes weeks before President-elect José Antonio Kast is due to assume office.


US Cancels Visas of Chilean Officials Over China-Linked Undersea Cable Proposal

Heavy rains triggered flooding across Chile’s capital, Santiago, with roads submerged and vehicles swept away. Eyewitness videos showed floodwaters surging through streets as traffic was disrupted and power outages were reported. Local media said parts of the Maipu district recorded over seventeen millimetres of rain in under an hour.


Chile: Floodwaters Swamp Roads in Santiago 

Wildfires devastating Chile's Biobío and Ñuble regions since January 18, 2026, have killed at least 20 people, destroyed over 590 homes, and scorched 61,000 hectares, with small hotspots remaining active in Lirquén's surrounding hills despite cooler weather aiding containment. 


Deadly Wildfires Ravage Chile: 20 Dead, Lirquen Hills Still Burning

At least 19 people have been killed as wildfires rip through large parts of Chile, driven by extreme heat, strong winds and dry conditions, authorities said. Fire crews are battling 34 active blazes, with evacuations under way across several regions.

Chile Wildfires Kill 19 as Extreme Heat Fuels Blazes

At least 18 people have been killed as devastating forest fires continue to rip through southern Chile, forcing more than 50,000 residents to flee their homes. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of emergency in two regions and imposed a night-time curfew in the worst-hit areas.

Authorities say around two dozen active fires remain out of control, warning the death toll is likely to rise as firefighters battle extreme conditions and rapidly spreading flames.

Chile wildfires: More than 50,000 forced evacuate due to deadly wildfire

Chile Wildfires Kill At Least 18 As State Of Emergency Is Declared 

Chilean voters elected the most right-wing president in 35 years of democracy on Sunday, with official results showing arch-conservative Jose Antonio Kast with a thumping victory and his rival quickly conceding defeat.

Far-Right Candidate Jose Antonio Kast Wins Chile's Election 

Jose Antonio Kast Wins Chile's Election

Chile is set for a high-stakes presidential runoff on December 14, following a tightly contested first round where Jeannette Jara, the center-left candidate, narrowly led but failed to secure an outright victory. Her opponent, far-right leader José Antonio Kast, has surged in polls and is now favored to win, as opposition candidates rally behind him and voters express concerns over crime and economic stagnation. The runoff marks a stark ideological divide, with Jara representing working-class and progressive policies while Kast advocates for stricter law and order and a shift away from the current government's direction. 


Chile presidential race: Election pivots on crime, migration

Chile is set for a high-stakes presidential runoff on December 14, following a tightly contested first round where Jeannette Jara, the center-left candidate, narrowly led but failed to secure an outright victory. Her opponent, far-right leader José Antonio Kast, has surged in polls and is now favored to win, as opposition candidates rally behind him and voters express concerns over crime and economic stagnation. The runoff marks a stark ideological divide, with Jara representing working-class and progressive policies while Kast advocates for stricter law and order and a shift away from the current government's direction. 

Chile Elections: Jara Pipped by Kast in Chile Polls, Runoff Set for December 14

Chile's leftist former labor minister Jeannette Jara and far-right leader Jose Antonio Kast will go head-to-head in a presidential run-off after topping Sunday's first round of voting in an election dominated by violent crime.


Chile: Presidential candidates take part in final debate before the high-stakes election

Chile's leftist former labor minister Jeannette Jara and far-right leader Jose Antonio Kast will go head-to-head in a presidential run-off after topping Sunday's first round of voting in an election dominated by violent crime.

Jara vs Kast: Chile Presidential Election Dominated by Deep Concern Over Violent Crimes

Chileans heads to the ballot box on Sunday to elect a new president in a vote that is pitting the governing leftist coalition against an array of right-wing candidates at a time when crime and immigration are at the top of voters' minds.


Chile's presidential elections: Who is running and what is at stake

Thousands of Chileans took to the streets of Santiago to celebrate love, equality, and LGBTQ+ rights at the annual Pride Parade. The vibrant event featured colorful floats, energetic performances, and a message of inclusion and diversity. Witness the powerful celebration of freedom and solidarity in Chile.

Chile LGBTQ+ Rally: Thousands Celebrate Diversity At Santiago's Annual Pride Rally

Chile Elections: Communist, and a Far-right Politician Lead the Field in Chile's Presidential Polls


Chile Elections: Communist, and a Far-right Politician Lead the Field in Chile's Presidential Polls | WION

Scientists have found the fossil of a tiny mouse-sized mammal that lived in Chilean Patagonia during the era of the dinosaurs. Named Yeutherium Pressor, the mammal's fossil is estimated to be around 74 million years ago.&nbsp;Yeutherium&nbsp;Pressor lived during the&nbsp;Upper Cretaceous period and weighed around one ounce (30-40 grams).&nbsp;Yeutherium&nbsp;Pressor is the smallest mammal ever found in South America. It lived in the era when South America was part of a massive landmass called Gondwana.&nbsp;Hans Puschel, who led the team of scientists from the University of Chile and Chile's Millennium Nucleus research center on early mammals, said that the fossil entails a small piece of jaw with three molar teeth, the&nbsp;crown, and roots.&nbsp;The fossil was found in Chile's&nbsp;Rio de las Chinas Valley, around 3000 kilometers from the capital city of&nbsp;Santiago.&nbsp;According to the researchers, it appears similar to a small rodent, but used to be significantly different as far as life functions are concerned. It must have laid eggs or carried its offspring in a pouch like kangaroos. It used to consume hard vegetables.&nbsp;It co-existed with the dinosaurs. I&nbsp;abruptly went extinct at the end of the Cretaceous period, about 66 million years ago.

Scientists have found the fossil of a tiny mouse-sized mammal that lived in Chilean Patagonia during the era of the dinosaurs. Named Yeutherium Pressor, the mammal's fossil is estimated to be around 74 million years ago.

Scientists have found the fossil of a tiny mouse-sized mammal that lived in Chilean Patagonia during the era of the dinosaurs. Named Yeutherium Pressor, the mammal's fossil is estimated to be around 74 million years ago. Yeutherium Pressor lived during the Upper Cretaceous period and weighed around one ounce (30-40 grams). Yeutherium Pressor is the smallest mammal ever found in South America. It lived in the era when South America was part of a massive landmass called Gondwana. Hans Puschel, who led the team of scientists from the University of Chile and Chile's Millennium Nucleus research center on early mammals, said that the fossil entails a small piece of jaw with three molar teeth, the crown, and roots. The fossil was found in Chile's Rio de las Chinas Valley, around 3000 kilometers from the capital city of Santiago. According to the researchers, it appears similar to a small rodent, but used to be significantly different as far as life functions are concerned. It must have laid eggs or carried its offspring in a pouch like kangaroos. It used to consume hard vegetables. It co-existed with the dinosaurs. I abruptly went extinct at the end of the Cretaceous period, about 66 million years ago.

Yeutherium&nbsp;Pressor lived during the&nbsp;Upper Cretaceous period. It appears like a rodent but is different,

What is Yeutherium Pressor? 74-million-year-old fossil reveals secrets of a rodent-like mammal

A rescue operation in Chile at the world's largest underground copper mine ended Sunday with no survivors, as the body of a fifth missing miner was found days after a tunnel collapsed, officials said."Today we finally found (dead) the last of the missing workers," Aquiles Cubillos, prosecutor for Chile's O'Higgins region, told reporters.Operations at the El Teniente mining center had been suspended since Friday after a "seismic event" caused the collapse of a tunnel the day before, trapping the five miners inside.Whether the cause of the shaking was due to an earthquake or drilling remains under investigation.El Teniente, which is operated by the Chilean state-owned mining firm Codelco, boasts more than 4,500 kilometers (2,800 miles) of tunnels and is the largest underground copper deposit in the world.Last year, it produced 356,000 metric tonnes (over 392,000 tons) of copper -- nearly seven percent of the total for Chile.Chile's mining industry is considered among the safest in the world, with a fatality rate of 0.02 percent in 2024, according to the National Geology and Mining Service of Chile.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Operations at the El Teniente mining center had been suspended since Friday after a "seismic event" caused the collapse of a tunnel the day before, trapping the five miners inside.

A rescue operation in Chile at the world's largest underground copper mine ended Sunday with no survivors, as the body of a fifth missing miner was found days after a tunnel collapsed, officials said. "Today we finally found (dead) the last of the missing workers," Aquiles Cubillos, prosecutor for Chile's O'Higgins region, told reporters. Operations at the El Teniente mining center had been suspended since Friday after a "seismic event" caused the collapse of a tunnel the day before, trapping the five miners inside. Whether the cause of the shaking was due to an earthquake or drilling remains under investigation. El Teniente, which is operated by the Chilean state-owned mining firm Codelco, boasts more than 4,500 kilometers (2,800 miles) of tunnels and is the largest underground copper deposit in the world. Last year, it produced 356,000 metric tonnes (over 392,000 tons) of copper -- nearly seven percent of the total for Chile. Chile's mining industry is considered among the safest in the world, with a fatality rate of 0.02 percent in 2024, according to the National Geology and Mining Service of Chile. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Operations at the El Teniente mining center had been suspended since Friday after a "seismic event" caused the collapse of a tunnel the day before, trapping the five miners inside.

Chile copper mine tragedy: All 5 trapped miners found dead after tunnel collapse

Earth has some truly breathtaking alien world destinations that will make you question, "Is this place real?" These seven jaw-dropping destinations blur the line between reality and fiction.

Earth has some truly breathtaking alien world destinations that will make you question, "Is this place real?" These seven jaw-dropping destinations blur the line between reality and fiction.

These 7 surreal places on Earth that look straight out of  Sci-Fi movie sets

Chile’s central bank has held its key interest rate steady at 5 per cent, maintaining a cautious stance amid rising global instability, especially in the Middle East. But the central bank has also opened the door for future rate cuts, if external risks remain contained, as per Bloomberg.&nbsp;The decision, announced late Tuesday, was in line with market expectations. Sixteen of 21 analysts in a Bloomberg survey forecast the pause, while five expected a 25-basis-point cut. It marked the third straight meeting with rates on hold after aggressive monetary tightening earlier.<h2>Middle East conflict adds new risks</h2>In a statement quoted by Bloomberg, policymakers led by Governor Rosanna Costa said inflationary pressures had receded and price risks had eased. However, the board warned that the Israel–Iran conflict had added a “new source of uncertainty” that could spill over into Chile’s economy, especially through higher energy prices.&nbsp;“The escalation of the military conflict in the Middle East adds further uncertainty to this scenario,” the central bank said. “Its scope, development, and potential impacts on the global and local economies are unknown.”&nbsp;If the bank’s baseline forecast holds, the policy rate “will be approaching its range of neutral values,” estimated between 3.5 and 4.5 per cent, the statement added.<h2>Inflation slows, peso strengthens</h2>Chile’s annual inflation slowed to 4.4 per cent in May, its lowest level since November 2023, easing from highs seen in the aftermath of the pandemic, as reported by Bloomberg. A stronger peso, up more than 5 per cent year-to-date, has helped reduce import-led price pressures—vital for a country that relies heavily on imported fuel.&nbsp;Still, surging oil prices driven by tensions in the Middle East could derail this progress. “We anticipate the easing cycle to resume in July, but swings in the external backdrop could delay cuts until September,” said Andres Perez, Chief Economist for Latin America at Banco Itau, as quoted by Bloomberg.&nbsp;Perez expects the easing cycle to conclude at 4 per cent by early 2026.<h2>Growth recovering, but labour market lags</h2>Chile’s economy expanded 0.6 per cent month-on-month in April, triple the pace forecast by analysts, according to Bloomberg. Growth was driven by mining and services, while inflation cooled. However, job creation remained weak, the central bank noted.&nbsp;“There are factors that point to a greater boost in investment in the near future,” the board said, though the labour market “shows slow job creation.”The Chilean government expects GDP to grow around 2.5 per cent this year. The central bank’s updated economic forecasts are expected in its Quarterly Monetary Policy Report due Wednesday.<h2>What’s next?</h2>The tone of the latest statement suggests more cuts are on the horizon. “The Central Bank of Chile becomes more explicit regarding the future rate path, anticipating cuts in the coming quarters,” said Florencia Ricci, Head of Economy and Markets at Banchile Inversiones, as per Bloomberg.&nbsp;Ricci expects two rate cuts this year, in Q3 and Q4, taking the benchmark to 4.5 per cent by the end of 2025.&nbsp;Despite holding steady for now, Chile’s central bank has signalled its willingness to resume easing but only if the impact of external shocks like the Middle East conflict remains limited. For now, caution reigns as Santiago watches the global stage.&nbsp;(With inputs from the agencies) &nbsp;

While inflation has eased to 4.4% and the peso strengthened, the Israel-Iran conflict poses new economic risks, notably higher energy prices. Growth showed signs of recovery, but job creation remains weak. 

Chile’s central bank has held its key interest rate steady at 5 per cent, maintaining a cautious stance amid rising global instability, especially in the Middle East. But the central bank has also opened the door for future rate cuts, if external risks remain contained, as per Bloomberg. The decision, announced late Tuesday, was in line with market expectations. Sixteen of 21 analysts in a Bloomberg survey forecast the pause, while five expected a 25-basis-point cut. It marked the third straight meeting with rates on hold after aggressive monetary tightening earlier. Middle East conflict adds new risks In a statement quoted by Bloomberg, policymakers led by Governor Rosanna Costa said inflationary pressures had receded and price risks had eased. However, the board warned that the Israel–Iran conflict had added a “new source of uncertainty” that could spill over into Chile’s economy, especially through higher energy prices. “The escalation of the military conflict in the Middle East adds further uncertainty to this scenario,” the central bank said. “Its scope, development, and potential impacts on the global and local economies are unknown.” If the bank’s baseline forecast holds, the policy rate “will be approaching its range of neutral values,” estimated between 3.5 and 4.5 per cent, the statement added. Inflation slows, peso strengthens Chile’s annual inflation slowed to 4.4 per cent in May, its lowest level since November 2023, easing from highs seen in the aftermath of the pandemic, as reported by Bloomberg. A stronger peso, up more than 5 per cent year-to-date, has helped reduce import-led price pressures—vital for a country that relies heavily on imported fuel. Still, surging oil prices driven by tensions in the Middle East could derail this progress. “We anticipate the easing cycle to resume in July, but swings in the external backdrop could delay cuts until September,” said Andres Perez, Chief Economist for Latin America at Banco Itau, as quoted by Bloomberg. Perez expects the easing cycle to conclude at 4 per cent by early 2026. Growth recovering, but labour market lags Chile’s economy expanded 0.6 per cent month-on-month in April, triple the pace forecast by analysts, according to Bloomberg. Growth was driven by mining and services, while inflation cooled. However, job creation remained weak, the central bank noted. “There are factors that point to a greater boost in investment in the near future,” the board said, though the labour market “shows slow job creation.” The Chilean government expects GDP to grow around 2.5 per cent this year. The central bank’s updated economic forecasts are expected in its Quarterly Monetary Policy Report due Wednesday. What’s next? The tone of the latest statement suggests more cuts are on the horizon. “The Central Bank of Chile becomes more explicit regarding the future rate path, anticipating cuts in the coming quarters,” said Florencia Ricci, Head of Economy and Markets at Banchile Inversiones, as per Bloomberg. Ricci expects two rate cuts this year, in Q3 and Q4, taking the benchmark to 4.5 per cent by the end of 2025. Despite holding steady for now, Chile’s central bank has signalled its willingness to resume easing but only if the impact of external shocks like the Middle East conflict remains limited. For now, caution reigns as Santiago watches the global stage. (With inputs from the agencies)

Chile's central bank maintained its key interest rate at 5% due to rising global instability, particularly from the Middle East.&nbsp;

Chile holds rates at 5% amid Middle East conflict, hints at cuts ahead

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