Historical records confirm that between 1846-1914 the state granted 80-120 hectares per family to German settlers while dispossessing the Mapuche people of their territory. Today, political sectors, including descendants of that privileged migration, are advocating for laws that seek to restrict rights for 32,500 migrant children, highlighting a historical double standard, a fact underscored by Deputy Claudia Mix during the discussion of the "Chileans First" bill.

Brazil has implemented a historic tax reform that exempts 25 million low-income individuals from taxes and introduces a minimum tax for the wealthiest 0.13%. President Lula termed it "tax justice." For a detailed analysis, the program La Base from Canal RED AMÉRICA LATINA offers a special report.

Kast faces criticism for backtracking on his 2021 promise to halve his presidential salary, as well as those of his ministers and advisors, if elected. In 2025, with a salary exceeding 11 million, he declared the amount "not debated" and attributed it to a "legal norm" from Congress, contradicting his previous austerity signals.

A genealogical analysis reveals that while all Chilean presidents until 1920 were of direct Spanish paternal descent, the last 70 years have seen diverse origins, including British, French, Italian, Austrian, Croatian, and German. Expert Cristián Cofré suggests a potential trend favoring non-traditional surnames, prompting reflection on the perception of foreignness in national politics.

This article explores the interplay of media, power, and narrative in Chile, highlighting the ongoing struggle for reclaiming voices amid an evolving communication landscape dominated by oligarchic interests and the pervasive influence of political Zionism.

Ecoceanos urges consumers to avoid industrial salmon during the 2026 festivities, highlighting issues like excessive antibiotic use, artificial coloring, marine pollution, high worker mortality, and harm to communities. It labels the product as one that "sickens, kills, and destroys the sea."

By the end of 2025, Mexico will emerge as the second economy globally with the lowest unemployment rate, trailing only Japan, according to Datosmacro. Chile, on the other hand, maintains a high rate of 8.4%, positioning it 16th globally and second in Latin America. The report reveals significant labor market contrasts between developed and emerging economies.

Codelco and SQM have formed NovaAndino Lithium, a company to exploit lithium in the Salar de Atacama until 2060. A group of lawmakers and experts raise serious concerns: the direct negotiation evaded public tender, secrecy shrouded the contracts, and the Comptroller conditioned its approval prior to a full audit, sparking fundamental questions.

Defend Patagonia has denounced that, despite the government's ecological rhetoric, salmon production has set records exceeding one million tons for three consecutive years (2022-2024), primarily in protected areas of Patagonia, causing significant environmental damage. This contradicts the industry's continuous narrative of 'suffocation,' 'abandonment,' and 'lack of growth.' In light of this reality, they are demanding the end of concessions in parks and reserves.

The NGO Nos Buscamos raises concerns over potential electoral fraud in La Araucanía, revealing that child trafficking victims from the 70s and 80s, who have never lived in Chile, are registered and have recorded votes. They accuse obstructions in their investigation and demand an urgent audit of the Civil Registry.