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🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Ancient Parrot DNA Unveils a Thousand-Year-Old Surprise

Scientists have uncovered an ancient trade network involving colorful parrots, revealing that they were transported from the Amazon to the Peruvian coast nearly a thousand years ago.

Mar 23 • 05:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Spaniards Give Way to Foreigners Driving Trucks

The shortage of Spaniards interested in truck driving has led companies to hire foreign drivers from countries like Peru, Morocco, and Colombia.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

Eryc Castillo scores twice in Alianza Lima's victory, leader in Peru

Ecuadorian winger Eryc Castillo scored two goals, leading Alianza Lima to the top of the Peruvian Apertura Tournament.

Mar 23 • 01:57 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

2,500 attendees and delegations from Colombia and Peru were part of the second edition of Expo Latitude Zero 2026

The second edition of Expo Latitude Zero 2026 attracted 2,500 attendees and delegates from Colombia and Peru, showcasing significant contributions to photography and cinematography in Latin America.

Mar 22 • 23:34 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

Carlos Garcés scores twice in Cienciano's victory in the Peru league

Carlos Garcés starred in Cienciano's 3-0 victory over FC Cajamarca in the Peruvian Liga1, scoring two goals that were crucial for the win.

Mar 21 • 16:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The first month of José María Balcázar, the Peruvian president who converses with Kant and Hegel

José María Balcázar, the newly appointed interim president of Peru, seeks to establish himself as a cultured leader by referencing notable philosophers while facing significant political challenges during his initial month in office.

Mar 21 • 04:44 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Peru issues epidemiological alert due to leptospirosis outbreak with more than 1,000 cases

Peru has declared an epidemiological alert in response to a leptospirosis outbreak linked to heavy rainfall, with over 1,000 cases reported and five fatalities.

Mar 21 • 02:22 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ecuador and Colombia will have a high-level meeting on March 25 and 26 at the CAN headquarters in Peru

Ecuador and Colombia are set to hold a high-level meeting on March 25 and 26 in Lima, Peru, aimed at resolving existing divergences between the two nations.

Mar 20 • 23:38 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Hello Alfredo, are you there?

Alfredo Bryce Echenique, a renowned Peruvian writer, passed away at the age of 89 in his home in Peru, leaving behind a literary legacy intertwined with his personal reflections and memories.

Mar 20 • 21:54 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Sentenced in Peru is Vladimiro Montesinos, the former advisor to Alberto Fujimori, for the death of a journalist

Vladimiro Montesinos has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the murder of journalist Melissa Alfaro in 1991.

Mar 20 • 20:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The incredible story of the three brothers who managed the feat of rowing 15,000 km from Peru to Australia

Three brothers, Jamie, Ewan, and Lachlan Maclean, embarked on a challenging journey, rowing over 15,000 km from Peru to Australia to raise funds for clean water projects in Madagascar.

Mar 20 • 12:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Google Maps leads to divorce after man catches wife 'cheating' on photo

A man initiated divorce proceedings after discovering a photograph of his wife with another man on Google Maps, which led her to confess to an affair.

Mar 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

The PSA seized a painting of the 'Virgin of the Milk' in Santiago del Estero and is investigating whether it was acquired illegally

The PSA confiscated a painting of the 'Virgin of the Milk' at Santiago del Estero Airport, suspected to have been illegally acquired in Peru.

Mar 19 • 20:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

After unexpected resignation in Peru, a new prime minister has been appointed

Peru has appointed a new prime minister following the unexpected resignation of Denisse Miralles, which has plunged the newly formed government into crisis.

Mar 18 • 09:35 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Peru's Prime Minister unexpectedly resigns after three weeks in office

The Prime Minister of Peru, Miralesa, has resigned just three weeks into her term, causing a crisis in the newly formed government.

Mar 18 • 03:28 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘Dear friends!’ Who is Shu Sakuratani, author of Rooster Fighter, anime that debuted #1 in Mexico?

The anime Rooster Fighter, centered on a fighting rooster, has topped viewership charts in Mexico, Peru, and Venezuela, and its creator Shu Sakuratani expressed gratitude to Latin American audiences.

Mar 17 • 22:57 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Peru seizes an illegal gold bar worth $600,000 that was to be exported to India

A gold bar valued at $600,000, originating from illegal mining in the Peruvian Amazon, was seized in Peru en route to India according to a statement from the Prosecutor's Office.

Mar 17 • 21:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Chile builds fortification works along the borders with Peru

Chile has begun constructing fortifications along its northern border with Peru to combat irregular immigration, following a campaign promise by President José Antonio Kast.

Mar 17 • 20:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Peru: Prime Minister Mirayes resigns just before the elections

Peruvian Prime Minister Denis Mirayes has resigned, as announced by the Presidency, just weeks before the general elections on April 12.

Mar 17 • 19:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chile erects wall to contain immigration

Chile is building walls to contain irregular immigration, particularly along its border with Peru.

Mar 17 • 19:16 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Prime Minister Denisse Miralles of Peru resigns

Denisse Miralles has resigned as the Prime Minister of Peru, as acknowledged by the presidency's office.

Mar 17 • 18:37 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

We discovered it by accident. A Peruvian restaurant has quietly opened here.

A new Peruvian restaurant named Manka has opened discreetly in Oslo near the National Gallery, but it may be hard to find due to its unmarked entrance.

Mar 17 • 14:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Peruvian Woman Settled in Lithuania: The Biggest Challenge is Not the Language

Cynthia Palza, a woman from Peru living in Vilnius, shares her experiences of adapting to life in Lithuania, focusing on cultural differences and personal growth.

Mar 17 • 09:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Chile Begins Construction of Border Barriers at Its Borders with Peru and Bolivia

Chile is starting to build border barriers at its northern borders with Peru and Bolivia to curb immigration.

Mar 17 • 01:57 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

'He is a player that weighs, finds solutions for important plays,' highlights Peru's coach about the call-up of Ecuadorian Jairo Vélez

Ecuadorian footballer Jairo Vélez has been called up to the Peru national team for friendly matches against Senegal and Honduras as part of the preparation for the 2030 World Cup qualifiers.

Mar 16 • 21:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Chile begins construction of a wall on the border with Peru and Bolivia; see the first photos

Chile's President José Antonio Kast has initiated the construction of barriers along the borders with Peru and Bolivia to curb illegal migration.

Mar 16 • 21:25 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Russian drones cause Ukrainians to 'end up' in Lima, Peru

Ukrainians are experiencing GPS spoofing due to Russian drone attacks, leading them to incorrect locations such as Lima, Peru.

Mar 16 • 21:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Alfredo

The article reflects on the literary legacy of Alfredo Bryce Echenique, contemplating the emotional challenge of saying goodbye to a beloved writer and friend.

Mar 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Napoleon Becerra, candidate for the Presidency of Peru, dies in traffic accident

Napoleon Becerra, a presidential candidate in Peru, died in a traffic accident while en route to a campaign event.

Mar 16 • 01:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Presidential candidate of Peru dies in traffic accident

Napoleón Becerra, a presidential candidate in Peru, died in a traffic accident while heading to a campaign event.

Mar 15 • 22:27 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Napoleon Becerra, presidential candidate of Peru, died in a traffic accident

Napoleon Becerra, a candidate for the presidency of Peru, died in a traffic accident while campaigning for the upcoming general elections.

Mar 15 • 20:11 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Peruvian presidential candidate Napoleón Becerra dies in traffic accident

Peruvian presidential candidate Napoléon Becerra has died in a traffic accident while on his way to a political event in southern Peru.

Mar 15 • 19:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Peru: presidential candidate Napoléon Becerra died in a traffic accident

Peruvian presidential candidate Napoléon Becerra died following a traffic accident in Huaytará, as confirmed by party colleague Emily Silva.

Mar 15 • 16:39 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The body of a missing soldier in the Santiago River was found in Peru

The body of Ecuadorian soldier Édgar Efraín Tenelema Ochoa, who went missing after a river accident, was discovered in Peru, leading to cross-border coordination efforts.

Mar 15 • 16:18 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Peru: She dies, he simply drives on

A wealthy student in Lima fatally struck a female athlete with his SUV and drove away, highlighting issues of social justice and accountability in Peru.

Mar 15 • 10:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

In ancient Peru, the trade of macaws crossed the Andes to supply feathers

A recent study reveals that ancient macaw feather trade existed across the Andes, highlighting the complex social and economic interactions in pre-Columbian Peru.

Mar 15 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

World's longest bus ride branded 'absolute hell' as passengers in seats for over 100 hours

The world's longest bus ride, connecting Lima, Peru, to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has been criticized by passengers who describe the experience as 'absolute hell' due to the over 100-hour duration.

Mar 15 • 03:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Where is the highest city in the world and what it is like to live with little oxygen

La Rinconada in Peru is the highest city in the world, situated at altitudes where oxygen levels are drastically low, impacting daily life.

Mar 15 • 00:01 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Peru creates new natural conservation area in the border region with Ecuador

The Peruvian government has officially created a new regional conservation area in Cajamarca, bordering Ecuador, to protect key ecosystems and water supplies.

Mar 14 • 18:37 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Alicorp of Peru agrees to acquire the companies of Flora Food, which includes the Dorina and Bonella brands from Ecuador

Peruvian company Alicorp has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Flora Food's companies across several Latin American countries, including Ecuador.

Mar 13 • 18:20 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Vinicunca is the place where you feel like you are walking on a rainbow

The article highlights Vinicunca, also known as Rainbow Mountain, a stunning natural wonder in the Peruvian Andes.

Mar 13 • 07:15 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

South American country will spend 165 million dollars on electric transmission projects

Peru's government is launching a competition for concessions on five electric transmission projects requiring an estimated investment of 165 million dollars.

Mar 13 • 03:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Peru declares 283 districts in emergency due to heavy rains

The Peruvian government has declared a state of emergency in 283 districts across 20 regions in response to heavy rainfall and its impact on public safety.

Mar 12 • 14:17 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

From Peru, Machiavelli and Political Science

Recent political developments in Peru highlight the challenges faced by its corrupt leadership, as President Javier Milei criticizes political science while Peru struggles with frequent presidential turnover.

Mar 12 • 11:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Free festival at the Memorial da América Latina will feature typical dishes from Venezuela and Peru

The Memorial da América Latina in São Paulo is hosting a free Latin food festival this weekend, emphasizing traditional dishes from Venezuela and Peru, alongside culinary offerings from other Latin American countries.

Mar 12 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Bryce Echenique: no, do not wait for him in April

The article reflects on the life and memories of Bryce Echenique, emphasizing his connection to the seasons and the influence of his surroundings on his creative process.

Mar 11 • 08:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Six essential books by Alfredo Bryce Echenique

This article presents six essential books that showcase Alfredo Bryce Echenique's unique literary style, following his recent passing at the age of 87.

Mar 10 • 20:34 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A great writer has passed away: Federico Jeanmaire bids farewell to the Peruvian Alfredo Bryce Echenique

Federico Jeanmaire reflects on his long relationship with the late Peruvian writer Alfredo Bryce Echenique, emphasizing the impact Echenique's work had on him.

Mar 10 • 20:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Alfredo Bryce: giving sadness compassion

The article reflects on the literary impact of Peruvian writer Alfredo Bryce Echenique, highlighting his ability to evoke a range of emotions from humor to melancholy through his characters.

Mar 10 • 19:12 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Peruvian writer Alfredo Bryce Echenique, author of "A World for Julius", has died

Alfredo Bryce Echenique, the renowned Peruvian writer known for his work "A World for Julius", has passed away at the age of 87.

Mar 10 • 17:11 UTC

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