A tragic lightning strike claimed the life of a 34-year-old soccer player and injured four others during a local match in Peru's Huancayo province on Sunday. The incident occurred in the Peruvian Andes as teams Juventud Bellavista and Familia Chocca faced off in a...
Awajún Indigenous Communities Demand Justice for Child Abuse
In Peru, the alarming issue of sexual abuse against minors in the indigenous Awajún communities has highlighted the severity of these crimes and the urgent need for action. In 2023 alone, 21,000 cases of sexual violence against minors were reported in the country....
Uncontacted Indigenous People Sighted in Peru Near Logging Concessions
Lima, Peru – A significant sighting of the uncontacted Mashco Piro tribe has been reported near the banks of the Las Piedras River in Peru, an area where logging companies have established concessions. The images, released on Tuesday by the indigenous rights...
Peru Frustrates Chile in Tense Copa America Draw
The 2024 Copa America saw its first stalemate yesterday as Peru and Chile played out a 0-0 draw at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The Group A encounter, played just a day after the tournament opener, offered a stark contrast to Argentina's victory over Canada....
Baseball Becomes a Shelter for Venezuelan Children in Soccer-Crazy Peru
In Lima, Peru, a city where soccer reigns supreme among its 10 million inhabitants, baseball is finding a foothold thanks to the efforts of Venezuelan immigrants. Amidst the widespread passion for soccer, these immigrants have established five baseball academies,...
Notorious Murderer Joran van der Sloot Injured in Peruvian Prison Brawl
Joran van der Sloot, the Dutch citizen infamous for the unsolved disappearance of American teenager Natalee Holloway in 2005, was reportedly attacked by two inmates last week at Peru's Challapalca Prison. This high-security facility houses the country's most dangerous...
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte has managed to evade an impeachment effort amidst allegations of corruption
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte has managed to evade an impeachment effort amidst allegations of corruption linked to her possession of high-value luxury items, including a collection of Rolex watches and other jewelry. The attempts to impeach her were rejected twice...
Lima is chosen as the venue for the 2027 Pan American Games
The city of Lima, the capital of Peru, was named as the host of the 2027 Pan American and Parapan American Games, announced by Panam Sports, the Pan American Sports Organization, on Tuesday. With 28 votes, the capital of Peru was selected to host its second Pan...