En el reclusorio más antiguo y hacinado de Chile, los reclusos encontraron consuelo en cientos de gatos callejeros.
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Inmates of Chile’s Largest Prison Find Solace in Caring for Stray Cats
In Chile’s oldest and most overcrowded prison, the inmates have found solace in the hundreds of stray cats.
Chile Rejects Conservative Constitution
For the second time in less than two years, Chileans voted thumbs down on a new national charter, and few seem to have the energy to try again.
Chile Votes on New Conservative Constitution in Referendum
Chileans vote on a new constitution on Sunday that would pull the South American nation to the right. The process began with protests from the left.
U.S. Expels Ex-Chile Army Officer to Face Charges in Killing of Víctor Jara
Pedro Barrientos, 74, was charged in the kidnapping, torture and killing of the popular folk singer Víctor Jara days after the 1973 military coup that deposed President Salvador Allende.
Joan Jara, Who Found Justice for Husband Slain After Coup, Dies at 96
She sought accountability in the military killing of the leftist folk singer Victor Jara in the right-wing turmoil that carried Gen. Augusto Pinochet to power in Chile in 1973.
Chile, Known for Its Wines and Piscos, Turns to Gin
Distilleries are popping up across the country as Chileans use the versatile spirit to showcase their country’s unique botanicals.
Bolivia Cuts Diplomatic Ties With Israel Over Strikes in Gaza
Chile and Colombia said they were recalling their ambassadors to Israel in light of the strikes.
Victor Jara Killing: Ex-Chilean Soldier Arrested in Florida
Pedro Barrientos, 74, is accused of killing the popular Chilean singer in 1973. In a civil case, Mr. Barrientos was accused of bragging about shooting Mr. Jara twice in the head.
The 50th Anniversary of the Chile Coup in Photos
Gen. Augusto Pinochet led the violent overthrow of the socialist government of Salvador Allende, seizing power for nearly 17 years. Here is a selection of photographs from the coup and its aftermath.