The Association of Jurists for Democracy denounced a campaign of political and media harassment against Judge Daniel Urrutia Laubreaux, warning of risks to judicial independence in Chile. The organization demanded the cessation of persecution actions and urged the Supreme Court to actively protect judicial autonomy.

Senator Karol Cariola accused the Kast government of cutting $400 million from the health budget while reducing VAT for large real estate companies. She described as contradictory the prioritization of addressing the oncology waiting list without strengthening public health and warned that the birth rate crisis requires resources that currently do not exist.

Lawyer Mauricio Daza believes that ambassador Zaliasnik will not be removed despite the scandal over his chats with Hermosilla, which involved requests for confidential expenses, internet shutdowns, and spying on opponents. Daza contrasts this with Hermosilla's downfall, stating: "He’s much higher up." Meanwhile, the Government keeps Zaliasnik in his position despite the ongoing investigation.

In an interview with El Ciudadano, Poblete reflects on several debates woven throughout his novel "Séptima Región" and their contemporary resonance: vulnerability as fertile ground for manipulation, the rise of charismatic leadership, the crisis of traditional political narratives, the impact of social media, and the growing longing for belonging in a society marked by uncertainty and abandonment.

On September 17, 1973, police officers from the Cobquecura Station stormed the home of José Gómez Velásquez, age 42, executing him and his 17-year-old son, José Domingo Gómez Concha, at point-blank range in front of their family. Following this, they threatened the wife, Aurora Concha Rivas, with death, forcing her to bury both within two hours and preventing any medical examination of the causes of death. The next day, under similar threats, the family was compelled to leave Cobquecura and relocate to Quirihue.

During their 2026 general assembly, member municipalities committed to pursuing an inclusive and equitable modernization of port operations, establishing a collective and comprehensive strategy to engage with the government and advocate for a fair redistribution of wealth generated by ports across the nation.

"Dreaming Starry Skies" recovers over four decades of images from this self-taught photographer from Parral, whose archive was preserved for years in her home. Funded by the Regional Fondart, the publication gathers 220 images depicting rural life, mountain landscapes, and territorial transformations. Excited about this new chapter in the circulation of her work, Elena Concha Silva summarized the essence of the book: "I enjoyed making the photographs. I hope you enjoy looking at them."

Tata Barahona, Nano Stern, and Vicente Cifuentes will headline this inaugural production at the cultural venue located in Cerro Cárcel, performing on Saturdays, July 11, 18, and 25, respectively.

This week has been particularly challenging for uniformed police in Chile. In addition to the six officers implicated in Talca, eight officers were arrested in Atacama for forgery; two officers in Valdivia for belonging to a criminal group involved in trafficking seafood; and five prison guards in Coquimbo for drug trafficking, as outlined by former prosecutor Carlos Gajardo on his X social media account. "Minister Arrau, this is of utmost priority!" wrote the former prosecutor.

While 83% of Chileans demand the lifting of banking secrecy to combat drug trafficking, the Senate reached a 24-24 tie. The far-right and center-right voted uniformly against it, leaving citizens once again at odds with their representatives.