Gaston Acurio publishes book of Peruvian recipes
Celebrity chef Gaston Acurio has published a comprehensive cookbook in English about Peruvian cuisine. “Peru:…
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U.S. designates the Shining Path ‘Narcotic Kingpin’
The United States designated Peru’s Shining Path guerrilla army a “narcotic kingpin” today, which makes it…
10 years ago
Union leader assassinated near Lima
The leader of a local construction workers union was assassinated in the Huaral province of…
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With Belaunde jailed, Nadine Heredia faces increased scrutiny
First lady Nadine Heredia appeared before a special congressional committee to answer questions about her…
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Martin Belaunde jailed in Lima
After Bolivia extradited Martin Belaunde to Peru on Friday, the Peruvian fugitive facing embezzlement and money laundering charges was…
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In wake of Nepal disaster, Lima leads national earthquake drill
The city of Lima and greater Peru participated in the first national earthquake drill of…
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Unrest in Lima, Puno on last day of national Tia Maria strike
National protests against the Tia Maria copper mine in Arequipa saw some violence and property…
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First day of national Tia Maria protests peaceful
The first day of a national strike against the Tia Maria copper mine project in…
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Belaunde captured, Fujimorista coalition looks to impeach justice minister
A member of Peru’s congress submitted letters of impeachment against justice minister Gustavo Adrianzen just…
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Quechua completes 40 years as an official language
Quechua, the native tongue of the Inca civilization, completed 40 years today as an official…
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National soccer team selected for Copa America tournament
The coach of Peru’s national soccer team has selected the players who will represent the country…
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Late-night grenade attack at Miraflores bank
A grenade detonated in front of a commercial bank damaged several buildings in the Miraflores…
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Michelle Rodriguez highlights child labor in Peru
American actress Michelle Rodriguez filmed a documentary segment highlighting young children working for a brick manufacturer in…
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Government deploys armed forces ahead of national protests
Peru’s government has issued a resolution authorizing the deployment of the military to support police…
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Police kill one in Ica mineworker protests
Police fired on protesters against the Shougang Hierro iron mining company in the Nazca province…
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