The remains of Gomphotheres - an extinct relative of the modern elephant - were found by scientists near Lake Tagua Tagua, a glacial lake in Cochamo, Chile. According to the researchers, the remains dates back around 12,000 years and suggests that the specie was quite dominant in the region.

Scientists discover 12000-year-old elephant remains in southern Chile

Chilean swimmer Barbara Hernandez said she received a Guinness world record after swimming between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans in Southern Chile.

Chilean swimmer breaks world record, swims one nautical mile in 15.3 seconds

Two Chilean women and a male tourist whose name and nationality have not been disclosed died in the accident, authorities said.

Mudslide in southern Chile kills three; 15 others missing

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Scientists discover 12000-year-old elephant remains in southern Chile

Chilean swimmer breaks world record, swims one nautical mile in 15.3 seconds

Mudslide in southern Chile kills three; 15 others missing