During the traditional greeting from the presidential balcony of the Palace of La Moneda, a moment between President José Antonio Kast and his wife turned into one of the most talked-about events of the day: the so-called "no kiss."

The Valparaíso Cultural Park showcased the results of the resource transfer agreement and execution of activities between the Ministry of Cultures and the Valparaíso Cultural Park Association. Throughout 2025 and January 2026, a total of 572 activities were conducted, exceeding commitments by 12.3%, directly impacting 92,629 beneficiaries, with 79,858 receiving free access.

Experts from the University Psychiatric Clinic explain that the problem lies not with smartphones themselves but with the constant access they provide to potentially addictive content such as gambling, video games, social media, or pornography. Evidence shows an increase in these behaviors among young people, driven by the continuous availability of digital platforms.

The Second Chamber of the Appeals Court "dismissed any illegality or lack of reasoning" in the ruling that upheld the precautionary measure imposed by the Seventh Guarantee Court of Santiago. The former judge faces charges from the Public Prosecutor's Office for alleged bribery and money laundering committed during her role as minister of the Supreme Court.

The complaint filed by attorney Karina Riquelme alleges the use of drones placed in front of windows of Julia Chuñil's family home, along with a series of threats reportedly made by police officers during witness testimony.

In an exclusive interview with The Citizen, Luis Alberto Soto discusses "In the Ashes," a book that stems from his cancer experience, where reading and writing become essential tools for understanding and navigating illness.

In terms of digital prominence, José Antonio Kast accounted for 43.1% of the mentions, with a conversation profile consisting of 43.6% negative comments and 26.8% positive. Meanwhile, Gabriel Boric garnered 28.5% of the mentions, with 40.9% negative and 25.4% positive.

On the eve of the presidential transition, the new Minister of Labor, Tomás Rau, stated that one of Kast's administration's plans is to review "everything that has somehow contributed to hindering employment," including the 40-Hour Workweek Law. In response, Senator Cariola reminded that the new President "committed to not rolling back the 40-hour workweek, which was a cross-party achievement built over years of legislative discussion."

A social worker and mother was a victim of unlawful coercion by Carabinera Valentina Ríos Toledo in Osorno in October 2019. Now, from her home on the coast of Pucatrihue, she asserts, "I managed to understand that I had been a victim of a serious violation of human rights and the importance of visibility as a woman. It is essential not to let it go unpunished, to do it for others, women and girls affected in the same context."

As political dynamics shift with José Antonio Kast's presidency in Chile, Rafael Prohens, a former senator linked to serious legal controversies, is under consideration for an ambassadorship in Costa Rica, sparking significant scrutiny.