Latest from Chile

Tsunami fears over as alert downgraded
The official warning over a tsunami that threatened the entire east coast of New Zealand today has been downgraded to an advisory, but there is still a threat from ocean surges.

Kiwis face wait for news of loved ones
Of the 200 New Zealanders known to be in Chile, 80 have so far confirmed they are safe.

Tsunami warning downgraded, but surges may still hit
Civil Defence authorities have downgraded the tsunami warning for New Zealand. However, New Zealand authorities are warning that there could be surges for up to 24 hours.

Tsunami threat: Warning stays in place for entire east coast
New Zealand east coastal areas aren't out of the woods yet, with Civil Defence authorities and scientists electing keep the tsunami warning in place.

Tsunami gauges 'stabilising'
Wave activity "appears to be stabilised" at previously-reported levels, Civil Defence Emergency Management says.

Evacuation warnings as tsunami wave hits Chatham Islands
The first wave has reached the Chatham Islands, after a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake hit Chile overnight. An official tsunami alert remains in place for New Zealand's entire east coast.

Chile: Strolling through a city of colour
Santiago is what Auckland should be, writes Jim Eagles.

John Key meets Obama in Singapore
John Key had "quite a fruitful" discussion with US president Barack Obama during the official Apec leaders' dinner last night, and also breakfasted with him today, writes John Armstrong.

Easter Island mystery probed
What was the meaning of the giant Easter Island statues and what role did they play in the civilisation's demise?

Man hangs himself online
A young man distraught over a breakup with his girlfriend hanged himself while she watched over a web camera say Chilean police.

Santiago: One more kiss
In Santiago, the people are passionate and the souvenirs fancy, writes Pamela Wade.