Chile moves on from the pandemic
The Chilean Ministry of Health announced that it is lifting the majority of its remaining COVID-19 restrictions. Beginning Oct. 1, indoor masking will no longer...
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Chile hopeful ahead of next coronavirus wave
As a new wave of coronavirus cases washes across South America, Chile and neighboring countries hope that high vaccination rates will keep it at bay....
Chile to reopen land borders ahead of summer
On Dec. 1, Chile opens its land borders and begins requiring booster shots for those over 45 who want mobility passes. These announcements come as...
Why are coronavirus cases rising despite Chile’s high vaccination rate?
SANTIAGO – Coronavirus infections in Chile have risen despite a largely successful vaccination program. Epidemiologist Catterina Ferreccio talked to Chile Today about the reasons and...
Quarantined: presidential campaigns stall after Boric tests positive
Five presidential candidates in Chile have been forced to stall their physical campaigns and quarantine after Gabriel Boric tested positive for Covid-19 on Wednesday. All...
Santiago Film Festival returns as online event
by Diego Rivera
SANTIAGO – The Santiago International Film Festival, (SANFIC) returns for its 17th consecutive year. It will be streamed due to the pandemic and will take...
Government relaxes Covid-19 measures as cases drop
As coronavirus cases in Chile are falling, the government on Thursday announced the relaxation of several measures. From July 15, gyms, cinemas and restaurants in...
Chile hit by Delta variant while loosening restrictions
The Delta variant was first identified in India. Chile’s Health Minister, Enrique Paris, said it has been detected in Chile, just as health measures are...
Surge in Covid-19 Cases Leads to Tighter Restrictions
by Diego Rivera
SANTIAGO – In response to spiking infection numbers, the government has tightened its Covid-19 response. Changes include stricter and longer quarantines and restrictions on commerce....
Regions Brace for Vacation Season
by Diego Rivera
VALPARAÍSO – A vacation permit has raised anxiety in Chile’s region over a massive tourist influx from the capital. With Covid-19 cases spiking, authorities worry...