Thursday, 23 May 2013 23:02
Courts find former DINA officers guilty of 1974 kidnapping of Alfonso Chanfreau Oyarce.Alfonso Chandreau Oyarce was taken from his home on July 30, 1974, detained, tortured and eventually became one of the hundreds of Chileans “disappeared” at the hands of the national security forces under Gen. Augusto Pinochet’s brutal dictatorship. On Thursday, five men were finally held accountable for his painful and untimely death.
Disagreements over leadership and handling of school causes students to revolt.
A group of people currently living on the streets held a peaceful demonstration to demand the right to a roof over their heads. 
President Piñera highlights early education in May 21 address which leaves university students asking for more. 
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