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...
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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...
New Strain Slips Through the Cracks
by Diego Rivera
SANTIAGO – On Dec. 29, a more contagious strain of Covid-19 was confirmed in Chile after a Chilean citizen returned home from a trip to...
Summing Up 2020 in One Unfortunate Image
This year will remain in the collective memory of the world, and of course of Chileans. And although the political event of the year was...
Covid-19 Vaccinations to Start Early 2021 in Chile
SANTIAGO – Nine months into a coronavirus outbreak that has caused severe damage, more details about vaccination plans are emerging. Thanks to deals made early...
Overcrowding and Covid-19: The Reality in Illegal Settlements
Santiago – The coronavirus lockdown has forced the poorest in Chile to live in the worst conditions. The Ribera Sur camp in Colina is but...
iCovid Chile Report: Case Tracing Remains Insufficient
SANTIAGO — Chile has the 14th highest number of confirmed Covid-19 cases in the world. The latest Epidemiological Report from the Ministry of Health shows...
A Guide For The Constitutional Referendum
SANTIAGO — A referendum to vote on a new Constitution is set for Oct. 25. The options “Apruebo” (“Approve”) and “Rechazo” (“Reject”) have polarized society...