Chile News in English

Good morning! It’s 18th February, and here’s your Chile daily news capsule.

New patterns of drug consumption revealed an increase in cocaine and the emergence of ketamine.

The Supreme Court confirms the conviction of a retired military officer for the kidnapping of a Uruguayan citizen.

A colonel has reported the National Director of Gendarmerie for workplace harassment and persecution.

A significant earthquake shook the Antofagasta region today, with a magnitude of 5.2.

The Vatican declines to participate in the peace board initiated by Donald Trump for Gaza.

Telefónica has sold its operations in Chile, raising questions about the future for Movistar customers.

Chilean banks closed 27 branches in 2025, resulting in a reduction of 738 employees.

A new meeting in Geneva is underway between Ukraine, the United States, and Russia to negotiate peace.

The future Minister of Transport's proposal for vans as shared transport sparks a modernization debate.

Chile makes history with the launch of its first national virtual reality championship.

Tomás Barrios fought hard against Berrettini but was eliminated from the ATP tournament in Rio.

Gonzalo Valenzuela and a well-known singer join the cast for the second season of "Fever of Dance."

New figures indicate that 64 people may have died from skin cancer in Valparaíso in 2025.

Experts highlight the importance of a psychosocial approach to chronic pain at the Future Congress.

Living with HIV is now seen as a manageable chronic condition rather than a death sentence.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!