Peru Peruvian opposition leader Fujimori freed from jail The daughter of the jailed former president of Alberto Fujimori was met by her husband and a crowd of cheering supporters. 30/11/2019
no comment Tensions high as Peruvians protest at bullfighting event Hundreds of protesters marched in Lima on Sunday (November 3) to call for an end to bullfighting as the country's most high-profile bullfighting event, the Feria Taurina del Senor de los Milagros, begins 04/11/2019
no comment Local pets blessed by priest in in Lima, Peru Catholics brought their cats, dogs, turtles and birds, among other animals, to receive blessings. 07/10/2019
Peru Watch: Peru's coca farmers encouraged to switch to cacao crop Authorities are trying to persuade farmers to switch to harvesting cacao from coca, which is used to make cocaine. Peru is a major cacao exporter, but also the world's second largest producer of cocaine. 24/09/2019
musica The power of music: Juan Diego Flórez gives hope to disadvantaged children in Peru Juan Diego Flórez is proving that music can be a life changer for the poorest and most disadvantaged kids. 05/09/2019
no comment Archaeologists in Peru unearth ancient mural Archaeologists in northern Peru have unearthed an ancient mural from the lost Caral civilisation that is believed to be about 3,800 years old, officials reported. 20/08/2019
no comment Divers and volunteers help to save humpback whale off Peru's coast Tour guide and professional diver Julio Cesar Castro joined forces with other volunteers to rescue a humpback whale on Monday (July 29) which was trapped in a fishing net near El Nuro beach off the Peruvian coast. 01/08/2019
no comment Large fire destroys up to 200 homes in Peru A massive fire swept through a neighborhood in the Callo district of Lima, Peru in the early hours of Thursday (July 25) morning destroying some 200 homes according to a local fire official. 26/07/2019
Peru Watch: Peruvians flock to annual potato festival The country boasts the largest number of potato varieties in the world – more than 3,500. 31/05/2019
Peru Fashion show for Mother's Day in Peru prison Mothers in a prison in Peru's capital Lima celebrated Mother's Day on Friday with a fashion show of items designed and created by female inmates. 11/05/2019
Peru Huge fire engulfs downtown Lima The blaze started in the Peruvian capital's commercial zone. 20/04/2019
Peru Peru’s ex-president Garcia dies after shooting himself to avoid arrest "This morning a dramatic accident took place: the president took the decision to shoot a bullet (in the head)," his lawyer, Erasmo Reyna, told journalists outside the hospital. 17/04/2019
Peru Watch: Usain Bolt jogs to victory in race against tuk-tuk The vehicle never stood a chance, as the aptly named Bolt jogged ahead of it at a leisurely pace. 03/04/2019
no comment Fire erupts on bus in Peru, at least 20 dead Authorities said at least 20 people were killed when a fire broke out on a bus on the northern outskirts of Peru's capital Lima on Sunday. 02/04/2019
Peru Peru installs military bases to protect the Amazon from ill The South American nation has declared war on the illegal mining that has devastated large areas of the Amazon region. 07/03/2019
Outdoor “You only have your own mind to battle with” Preparing for the Dakar Rally or the ultimate marathon for petrolheads through the world’s most unforgiving terrain. 04/01/2019
no comment Peru police dress as Santa and the Three Wise Men A police officer drove around Lima in Peru on a motorcycle dressed as Santa Claus 25/12/2018
Peru Churches combine for campaign to save Peruvian rainforest Churches combine for campaign to save Peruvian rainforest 06/12/2018
Peru Human-like statues dating back to year 1,100 unearthed in Peru Researchers have discovered twenty wooden, human-like sculptures along with an intricate adobe wall in northern Peru, according to government officials. 23/10/2018
Peru Peru's Fujimori hospitalised after pardon revoked Peru's ex-president Alberto Fujimori is taken to hospital after court orders him back to jail 04/10/2018
no comment Animal lovers have their pets blessed on Saint Francis of Assisi Day Dozens of pets got a special blessing at Lima's Saint Francis Monastery on Sunday during a special mass for four-legged friends and other pets. 01/10/2018
no comment Soccer fans fight church-goers in Peru stadium land dispute A soccer stadium in Peru was the site of pitched battle on Monday (September 10), but not between two sports teams. 11/09/2018
Peru Latin American states join efforts to help fleeing Venezuelans Latin American states join efforts to help fleeing Venezuelans 05/09/2018
Peru Peru tightens entry requirements for Venezuelans Venezuelan migrants fleeing their nations economic and humanitarian crisis will need a passport to enter the country. Previously, Venezuelans were able to enter Peru with only their national ID cards 18/08/2018
Peru Watch: Mural made by oldest civilisation in the Americas discovered WATCH: The mural was made by the ancient Caral people, a civilisation which stretches back 5,000 years. 17/08/2018
Peru Peru corruption protests Judges implicated in scandal as demonstrators take to the streets of Lima 28/07/2018
