A giant crane is set to arrive in Baltimore to aid in the recovery efforts following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which killed six construction workers and disrupted port operations. The National Transportation Safety Board and other federal agencies are investigating the incident, including the ship's condition and the bridge's protective measures. The Biden administration has pledged $60 million in emergency relief, with more funding likely. The collapse has affected various sectors, including the auto industry, which is finding alternative ports for shipments. The Hispanic community in Baltimore is particularly impacted, mourning the loss of several workers. Efforts to clear the wreckage involve complex operations, including the use of heavy equipment and military divers. The incident has raised broader concerns about the safety of aging infrastructure in the face of modern shipping demands.

Chile and China have a long-standing relationship marked by cultural, diplomatic, and economic ties. Since establishing diplomatic relations in 1970, the two countries have deepened their cooperation, particularly in trade and green energy. Chile's dependency on China is evident in its significant export of copper and other commodities. Recent years have seen increased Chinese investment in Chile's mining and power sectors, as well as collaboration in renewable energy and electromobility. Despite concerns over dependency, Chile continues to diversify its trade partners while maintaining strong ties with China.

Former Chilean President Sebastián Piñera, who served two terms and was known for his pro-business policies, died in a helicopter crash in southern Chile. The crash, which occurred in the Los Ríos region, resulted in three survivors and the recovery of Piñera's body by the Chilean Navy. Piñera's tenure was marked by economic growth but also significant protests over economic inequality. Current President Gabriel Boric announced three days of national mourning, acknowledging Piñera's contributions to the nation.

Forest fires in central Chile have killed at least 51 people and destroyed over 1,000 homes, threatening the cities of Viña del Mar and Valparaíso. President Gabriel Boric has mobilized significant resources to combat the blazes, issuing a constitutional decree for additional powers. The fires coincide with extreme dryness and high temperatures linked to climate change. The Chilean government and air force have deployed 92 planes for firefighting, and evacuation orders have been issued. The death toll is expected to rise as authorities access affected areas.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, which aims to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The first progressive draft was rejected last year, and current polls suggest a similar outcome for this attempt. The proposal has faced criticism for not adequately protecting women's rights, the environment, or social welfare, and for containing rhetoric similar to U.S. conservatives. President Gabriel Boric, who backed the first attempt, has not commented on the new draft. The process has left many Chileans feeling exhausted, with a desire to move past the constitutional issue.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The Coordinadora Feminista 8m group campaigns against it, fearing it threatens women's rights. A previous progressive proposal was rejected by 62% of voters. President Gabriel Boric, who backed the first attempt, has not commented on the new draft. Critics argue the proposal is ultraconservative, lacking in protections for women, the environment, and social welfare, and includes U.S. conservative rhetoric. Despite varying opinions, there is a shared desire among the public to resolve the constitutional issue.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The Coordinadora Feminista 8m and other critics argue that the new draft threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative, failing to adequately protect women, the environment, or social welfare. Despite President Gabriel Boric's support for the previous progressive draft, he has not commented on the current one. The proposal has been criticized for being poorly designed and for containing U.S. conservative rhetoric. With the country divided, the outcome of the vote may hinge on the public's desire to resolve the constitutional issue and move forward.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The first progressive draft was rejected last year, and current polls suggest a similar outcome for this attempt. The proposal has faced criticism for not adequately protecting women's rights, the environment, or social welfare, and for containing U.S. conservative rhetoric. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the previous draft, has not commented on the new one. The process has left many Chileans eager to move past the constitutional debate.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, following the rejection of a previous progressive draft in September last year. The current proposal has faced criticism from feminist groups and others who believe it does not adequately protect women's rights, the environment, or social welfare. Chile's president, Gabriel Boric, has not commented on this draft. The proposal is seen as ultraconservative by some, with rhetoric borrowed from U.S. conservatives. Despite the controversy, there is a public desire to resolve the constitutional issue and move forward. The outcome of the vote may force politicians to seek new ways to address the people's demands.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, following the rejection of a previous progressive draft. The current proposal has faced criticism from feminist groups and others who fear it is ultraconservative and inadequate in protecting women, the environment, and social welfare. Despite President Gabriel Boric's support for the initial reform attempt, he has not commented on the new draft. The outcome of the vote may lead politicians to seek alternative methods to address public demands.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The Coordinadora Feminista 8m and other critics argue that the new draft threatens women's rights and does not adequately protect social welfare or the environment. The first progressive proposal was rejected last year, and polls suggest a similar outcome for the current draft. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the previous attempt, has not commented on the new proposal. Concerns include ultraconservative rhetoric and insufficient progressiveness. Despite the controversy, some Chileans express a desire to resolve the constitutional issue and move forward.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The first progressive draft was rejected last year, and polls suggest the new proposal may also be declined. The Coordinadora Feminista 8m group opposes the draft, fearing it threatens women's rights and does not adequately protect social welfare or the environment. President Gabriel Boric, who backed the first attempt, has not commented on the new draft. Concerns are raised that the proposal is ultraconservative and borrows rhetoric from U.S. conservatives. Despite differing opinions, there is a shared desire among the public to resolve the constitutional issue.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The Coordinadora Feminista 8m and other critics argue that the new draft threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. Despite President Gabriel Boric's support for the previous progressive draft, he has not commented on the current one. Concerns are raised that the proposal does not adequately protect women, the environment, or social welfare. The outcome of the vote may be influenced by public exhaustion with the constitutional process, with some citizens eager to move beyond the issue.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The first progressive draft was rejected last year, and current polls suggest a similar outcome for this attempt. The proposal has faced criticism for not adequately protecting women's rights, the environment, or social welfare, and for containing conservative rhetoric. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the previous attempt, has not commented on the new draft. The outcome may be influenced by public fatigue with the constitutional process.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The first progressive draft was rejected by 62% of voters last year, and polls suggest the new proposal may also be declined. The push for change originated from anti-inequality protests in 2019. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the initial reform attempt, has not commented on the new draft. Critics argue the proposal could threaten women's rights, environmental protections, and social welfare, with some rhetoric echoing U.S. conservative ideas. The outcome of the vote may be influenced by public fatigue with the constitutional process, and a desire to move past the issue.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The first progressive draft was rejected last year, and polls suggest the new proposal may also be declined. The Coordinadora Feminista 8m campaigns against it, fearing it threatens women's rights and doesn't sufficiently protect social welfare or the environment. President Gabriel Boric, who backed the first attempt, has not commented on the new draft. Concerns are raised that the proposal is ultraconservative and includes U.S. conservative rhetoric. While some like librarian Socaire Sanchez vote against it, others, weary of the process, just want to move on. The outcome of the vote may force politicians to seek alternative ways to address public demands.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, following the rejection of a previous progressive draft in September last year. The current proposal has faced criticism from the Coordinadora Feminista 8m for threatening women's rights and from others for being ultraconservative. President Gabriel Boric, who backed the first attempt, has not commented on the new draft. The proposal's fate may be influenced by public exhaustion with the constitutional process, with some citizens eager to move beyond the issue. John Bartlett reports from Santiago, Chile, for NPR News.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to vote on a new constitutional proposal, which aims to replace the current constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups who argue it threatens women's rights. The previous attempt at constitutional reform was rejected by 62% of voters. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. The proposal is criticized for being ultraconservative and not adequately protecting social welfare, women, or the environment. Public sentiment is mixed, with some citizens eager to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote will determine the future direction of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The first progressive draft was rejected last year, and polls suggest the new proposal may also face rejection. The Coordinadora Feminista 8m group campaigns against it, fearing it threatens women's rights and does not adequately protect social welfare or the environment. President Gabriel Boric, who backed the previous attempt, has not commented on the new draft. Concerns are raised that the proposal contains U.S. conservative rhetoric, such as homeschooling. Some citizens, like librarian Socaire Sanchez, oppose the draft for being poorly designed, while others, including far-right Republican Party member Luis Silva, see it as balanced. Antonia Rivas leads the campaign against the proposal, criticizing it for not improving upon current legislation. Despite differing views, there is a shared desire among the public to resolve the constitutional issue.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The Coordinadora Feminista 8m group campaigns against it, fearing it threatens women's rights. The first progressive draft was rejected by 62% of voters last year, and polls suggest a similar outcome for the current proposal. The 2019 anti-inequality protests sparked the initiative to replace the 1980 constitution. President Gabriel Boric supported the initial reform attempt but has not commented on the new draft. Critics argue the proposal is ultraconservative, lacking in protections for women, the environment, and social welfare, and includes U.S. conservative rhetoric. Despite the controversy, some Chileans express a desire to resolve the constitutional issue and move forward.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, following the rejection of a previous progressive draft in September last year. The current proposal has faced criticism from feminist groups and others who fear it is ultraconservative and fails to adequately protect women, the environment, or social welfare. Chile's president, Gabriel Boric, has not commented on this draft, which has been described as balanced by some, including a member of the far-right Republican Party. The country's citizens express a mix of opinions, with some eager to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote may force politicians to seek new ways to address the public's demands.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from the Pinochet era. The first progressive draft was rejected by 62% of voters last year, and current polls suggest a similar outcome for this attempt. The push for constitutional change originated from anti-inequality protests in 2019. President Gabriel Boric supported the initial reform attempt but has not commented on the new draft. Critics argue the latest proposal is ultraconservative, failing to adequately protect women, the environment, or social welfare, and includes U.S. conservative rhetoric. The outcome of the vote may be influenced by public fatigue with the constitutional process.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, following the rejection of a previous progressive draft. The current proposal has faced criticism from feminist groups and others who believe it does not adequately protect women's rights, the environment, or social welfare. Despite President Gabriel Boric's support for the initial reform attempt, he has not commented on the new draft. The outcome of the vote may be influenced by public fatigue with the constitutional process, and politicians may need to explore new avenues to address the people's demands.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, following the rejection of a previous progressive draft in September last year. The current proposal has faced criticism from feminist groups and others who fear it does not adequately protect women, the environment, or social welfare, and contains conservative rhetoric. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first reform attempt, has not commented on the new draft. The outcome of the vote may be influenced by public fatigue with the constitutional process, and a desire to move forward.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The first progressive draft was rejected last year, and current polls suggest a similar outcome for this attempt. The proposal has faced criticism for not adequately protecting women's rights, the environment, or social welfare, and for containing U.S. conservative rhetoric. President Gabriel Boric, who backed the first attempt, has not commented on the new draft. The process has left many Chileans eager to move beyond the constitutional debate, which may influence the vote's outcome.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the current constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, environmental protections, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The proposal is seen by some as ultraconservative and not representative of Chilean society. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the outcome, with many desiring to move beyond the constitutional debate.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, with feminist groups and other critics arguing it threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some eager to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote could determine Chile's path forward in addressing social and economic inequalities.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the current constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, with feminist groups and other critics arguing it threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some eager to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, with feminist groups and other critics arguing it threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some desiring to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote will determine the future direction of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those who believe it is ultraconservative and fails to protect women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some eager to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, following the rejection of a previous progressive draft in September last year. The current proposal has faced criticism from feminist groups and others who fear it is ultraconservative and does not adequately protect women, the environment, or social welfare. Chile's leftist president, Gabriel Boric, has not commented on this draft. The outcome of the vote may be influenced by public exhaustion with the constitutional process and a desire to move forward. John Bartlett reports from Santiago, Chile, for NPR News.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. The proposal is described as balanced by some, but others see it as ultraconservative. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the outcome of the vote.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups concerned about women's rights. The previous attempt at reform was rejected, and current polls suggest a similar outcome. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first attempt, has not commented on the new draft. The proposal is seen by some as balanced but criticized by others as ultraconservative and inadequate in addressing social issues. Public exhaustion with the constitutional debate may influence the vote's outcome.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those who believe it is ultraconservative and fails to protect women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some eager to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the current constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and critics who argue it is ultraconservative and fails to protect women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some eager to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote will determine the future direction of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, with feminist groups and other critics arguing it threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some eager to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those who view it as ultraconservative. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. Public sentiment is mixed, with some desiring closure on the constitutional issue. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, with feminist groups and other critics arguing it threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. Public sentiment is mixed, with some desiring closure on the constitutional issue. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, environmental protection, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. The proposal is seen by some as balanced but criticized by others as ultraconservative. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the outcome of the vote.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the current constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The proposal is described as balanced by some, but others view it as ultraconservative. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the vote's outcome, potentially leading politicians to seek alternative solutions to meet public demands.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, with feminist groups and other critics arguing it threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. The previous attempt at reform was rejected, and current polls suggest a similar outcome. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The outcome of the vote may hinge on public exhaustion with the ongoing constitutional debate and a desire to move forward.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The proposal is described as balanced by some but ultraconservative by others. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the outcome of the vote.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the current constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. The previous attempt at constitutional reform was rejected, and current polls suggest a similar outcome. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The outcome of the vote may hinge on public exhaustion with the ongoing constitutional debate.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and critics who argue it is ultraconservative and fails to protect women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some desiring closure on the constitutional issue. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, the second attempt to replace the constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces opposition from feminist groups and others who believe it threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is mixed, with some desiring to move beyond the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the current constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces opposition from feminist groups and others who believe it threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some desiring to move beyond the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote will determine the future direction of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric has not commented on the latest draft. The proposal is seen by some as balanced but criticized by others as ultraconservative. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the vote's outcome.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about its conservative nature. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some eager to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those who believe it is ultraconservative and fails to protect women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. Public sentiment is mixed, with some desiring closure on the constitutional issue. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the current constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups concerned about women's rights. The previous attempt at reform was rejected, and current polls suggest a similar outcome. The proposal has been criticized for being ultraconservative and not adequately addressing social welfare and environmental protection. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is mixed, with some desiring closure on the constitutional issue.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. The proposal is seen by some as balanced but criticized by others as ultraconservative. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the outcome, with many desiring to move beyond the constitutional debate.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. The previous attempt at reform was rejected, and current polls suggest a similar outcome. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The proposal is described as balanced by some, but others see it as ultraconservative. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the vote's outcome.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, the second attempt to replace the constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those who believe it is ultraconservative and fails to protect women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some eager to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote will determine the next steps for Chile's constitutional reform.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. The previous attempt at reform was rejected, and current polls suggest a similar outcome. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first proposal, has not commented on the latest draft. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, with feminist groups and other stakeholders arguing it threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some eager to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote could determine Chile's path forward in addressing social and economic inequalities.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to vote on a new constitutional proposal, which aims to replace the current constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The proposal is described as balanced by some but criticized as ultraconservative by others. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the outcome of the vote.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, following the rejection of a previous progressive draft last year. The current proposal has faced criticism from feminist groups and others for not adequately protecting women's rights, the environment, or social welfare, and for containing conservative rhetoric. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first reform attempt, has not commented on the new draft. The outcome of the vote may be influenced by public fatigue with the constitutional process, with some citizens expressing a desire to move past the issue.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces opposition from groups like Coordinadora Feminista 8m, who argue it threatens women's rights. Previous attempts at reform were rejected, and current polls suggest a similar outcome. The push for a new constitution originated from 2019's anti-inequality protests. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first reform attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The proposal is seen by some as balanced but criticized by others for being ultraconservative and not adequately protecting social welfare. Public exhaustion with the ongoing constitutional debate may influence the vote's outcome.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the current constitution from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The proposal is seen by some as balanced but criticized by others as ultraconservative. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the outcome of the vote.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups concerned about women's rights. The previous attempt at constitutional reform was rejected, and current polls suggest a similar outcome. The desire for a new constitution emerged from 2019's anti-inequality protests. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first reform attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The proposal is seen by some as balanced but criticized by others as ultraconservative and insufficient in protecting social welfare and the environment. Public exhaustion with the constitutional debate may influence the vote's outcome.

Chile is preparing for a second plebiscite to decide on a new constitutional proposal, following the rejection of a previous progressive draft last year. The current proposal has faced criticism from feminist groups and others who believe it does not adequately protect women's rights, the environment, or social welfare. While President Gabriel Boric supported the first attempt, he has not commented on the new draft. The proposal's fate may be influenced by public exhaustion with the constitutional process, as many citizens desire to move beyond the issue.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups concerned about women's rights. The previous attempt at constitutional reform was rejected, and current polls suggest a similar outcome. The desire for a new constitution emerged from 2019's anti-inequality protests. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The proposal is described as balanced by some but criticized as ultraconservative by others. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the vote's outcome.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. The outcome of the vote may hinge on public exhaustion with the ongoing constitutional debate, with some citizens eager to move past the issue.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the current draft. The proposal is described as balanced by some but criticized as ultraconservative by others. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the outcome of the vote.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, with feminist groups and critics arguing it threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is divided, with some desiring to move past the constitutional debate. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal, aiming to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, with feminist groups and other critics arguing it threatens women's rights and is ultraconservative. The previous attempt at reform was rejected, and current polls suggest a similar outcome. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. Public sentiment is mixed, with some desiring closure on the constitutional issue. The outcome of the vote could determine the future of Chile's constitutional reform efforts.

Chile is set to vote on a new constitutional proposal to replace the one from General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. The proposal faces significant opposition, particularly from feminist groups and those concerned about women's rights, the environment, and social welfare. President Gabriel Boric, who supported the first progressive attempt, has not commented on the latest draft. The proposal is seen by some as balanced but criticized by others as ultraconservative. Public exhaustion with the constitutional process may influence the outcome of the vote.

In Santiago, Chile, the Palestinian diaspora, the largest outside the Middle East, actively supports Palestine's cause and culture. The community, deeply integrated into Chilean society, frequently organizes demonstrations and cultural events. President Gabriel Boric's administration has shown support for Palestinian rights, including recalling the ambassador from Tel Aviv and making humanitarian donations. The historical and ongoing connection between Chile and Palestine is evident in various aspects of Chilean life, from politics to sports, with institutions like Club Deportivo Palestino playing a significant role in maintaining cultural identity.

Chile's far-right Republican party has presented a conservative draft constitution that could replace the Pinochet-era charter, potentially restricting abortion rights, collective strike action, and reducing congressional deputies. President Gabriel Boric received the draft and announced a plebiscite for December 17. This follows the rejection of a previous progressive draft in September 2022. The new draft omits mention of Indigenous Chileans and includes a controversial article on the protection of the unborn, which could lead to a total abortion ban. The Republican party gained significant influence in the constitutional council after recent elections.

Activists and analysts in Chile warn that the new draft constitution, created by conservative lawmakers, could negatively impact women, children, the environment, and the welfare state. The proposal, seen as reflecting the far-right Republican Party's agenda, includes controversial clauses on national symbols, homeschooling, and private property protection. It also risks criminalizing abortion. The final polling suggests the draft will likely be rejected, leaving the 1980 constitution in place for now, with no new constitutional process expected before 2026.

A devastating wildfire in Chile's Valparaíso province has destroyed 98% of the National Botanical Garden of Viña del Mar, resulting in significant loss of life and property. The fire, believed to be intentionally set, claimed 122 lives, including a park ranger and her family. Authorities are investigating the cause while dealing with the aftermath. The botanical garden, a crucial conservation and research center, suffered extensive damage, but some rare plant species survived. The incident highlights the impact of climate change and the El Nino phenomenon on wildfire risks.

A devastating forest fire in Viña del Mar, Chile, destroyed 98% of the 107-year-old National Botanical Garden, resulting in significant loss of plant species and the tragic deaths of four individuals, including a long-time garden caretaker and her family. Authorities suspect the fires were intentionally set, with investigations ongoing. The garden, a crucial center for conservation and research, housed over 1000 species, including rare and endemic plants. Despite the destruction, some plants, including nearly extinct species, survived, offering hope for regeneration.

The deadliest wildfire in Chile in a decade, exacerbated by extreme climate conditions and management failures, killed at least 134 people and exposed significant vulnerabilities in urban water infrastructure. The wildfire, which hit the cities of Viña del Mar and Quilpué, highlighted the inadequacies of the water grid, particularly in informal settlements. Esval, the company controlling water rights in the region, faced criticism for failing to provide adequate water pressure, with residents seeking compensation and the Ministry of Public Works investigating the complaints. The disaster has reignited debates over Chile's privatized water rights system and the unequal access to water, especially in poorer communities.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro's visit to Venezuela to meet with President Nicolás Maduro signifies a shift in international relations, moving away from the U.S.-led isolation strategy. This meeting marks a new chapter as leftist governments in South America soften their stance towards Maduro, despite accusations of crimes against humanity by the United Nations.

Jair Bolsonaro and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will face a runoff election on October 30 after neither candidate secured more than 50% of the vote in the first round. Bolsonaro, who performed better than expected, continues to challenge the integrity of Brazil's electoral system, suggesting potential fraud. Lula da Silva, a former president, aims to address Brazil's economic and environmental challenges. The election is seen as crucial for Brazil's future, with significant implications for democracy, environmental policies, and social welfare. The article highlights the deep political polarization in Brazil and the contrasting visions of the two candidates.

President Jair Bolsonaro and former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva are headed for a runoff in Brazil's presidential election after neither candidate secured more than 50% of the vote. Bolsonaro, who outperformed poll predictions, has claimed potential election fraud and awaits military verification of the results. Lula, a former leftist president, aims to revive his political career despite past corruption charges. The election is crucial for Brazil, facing economic challenges, environmental threats, and political polarization. The Supreme Court has taken significant actions against misinformation and election fraud claims, raising concerns about its expanded power.

Chile is positioning itself to become the world's cheapest producer of green hydrogen, an alternative fuel. The article discusses the country's ambitions and the economic implications of this move, highlighting the potential for significant development in the green energy sector.

Chile's plans to expand lithium mining, crucial for renewable energy technologies, face political challenges. The outgoing government's bid invitations for increased lithium production are scrutinized by advisers to president-elect Gabriel Boric, who advocates for a national lithium policy. Boric, a leftist, aims to balance economic benefits with environmental and social risks. The current producers, Albemarle and SQM, operate under government contracts. The debate is intensified by the drafting of a new constitution that could reshape the mining sector and water rights.

Lucía Hiriart, wife of Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet, passed away at 98 in Santiago. Known for her significant influence during her husband's 17-year rule, she was a polarizing figure, viewed by some as a malevolent force and by others as a dedicated philanthropist. Her role in the 1973 coup and her power within the presidential palace were notable aspects of her legacy.

Chile is set to elect 155 members to draft a new constitution, replacing the one from Pinochet's era. This historic process aims to be inclusive, with reserved seats for Indigenous communities and gender parity. Key candidates include Bárbara Sepúlveda, a feminist lawyer; Cristina Dorador, a scientist advocating for decentralization; and Francisca Linconao, a Mapuche spiritual leader. The new constitution seeks to address long-standing issues such as social inequality, Indigenous rights, and decentralization, reflecting the diverse priorities of the candidates.

Chile is set to hold a constitutional referendum on October 25, following a year of protests centered on socioeconomic inequality. The referendum will ask voters if they want a new constitution and what type of body should draft it. The current constitution, dating back to Pinochet's dictatorship, is criticized for concentrating power and failing to address welfare and indigenous rights. Proponents of change argue that a new constitution is necessary for a fairer society, while opponents fear it could disrupt economic progress. The drafting process promises gender parity and potential indigenous representation, with a final referendum to ratify the new document expected in mid-2022.

Chile has reached a historic agreement to hold a nationwide plebiscite in April 2020, allowing citizens to decide on drafting a new constitution. This decision follows weeks of widespread protests demanding political and social reforms. The current constitution, dating back to the dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet, is criticized for its neoliberal economic policies and lack of social welfare guarantees. The plebiscite will offer two options for drafting the new constitution: a hybrid assembly or a fully elected constitutional assembly. The agreement marks a significant step towards addressing the protesters' demands and potentially ending the sociopolitical crisis.