A widespread power outage in Chile caused chaos and disruptions in daily life, with millions of people left without electricity for hours. The blackout led to internet and mobile phone service outages, suspension of mining operations, water shortages, and transportation issues. The government declared a state of emergency and imposed a curfew to ensure safety. The cause of the disruption in the high-voltage transmission line remains unknown. Emergency generators were used to keep essential services like hospitals and government offices running. Evacuations were carried out in darkened tunnels and subway stations.
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Turning point or pointless turn: Will DR Congo-Rwanda deal bring peace? | Conflict News
Cape Town, South Africa – Five months after President Trump’s announcement to close USAID, which jeopardized aid for half a million in eastern DRC, a peace deal between DRC and Rwanda was signed amid ongoing fears of violence and resource exploitation. While the agreement aims to address decades of conflict, concerns persist over U.S. interests in minerals and the role of armed groups like M23, which remain unaddressed in the deal. Explain It To Me...
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