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Young people around the world are leading protests against their governments

The spate of public demonstrations against unemployment, corruption and low quality of life around the world is striking because of who is leading them. Young people have used social media platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube to spread information and arrange their demonstrations.

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Titans Shine in Lima — Grand Prix Ends with a Powerful Finale

The final day in Lima saw the heavyweights close an unforgettable Grand Prix in style. Rafael Macedo, Metka Lobnik, Giovani Ferreira, Raz Hershko, and Lukas Krpalek all claimed gold, showcasing world-class judo and emotion. A fitting finale to Peru’s historic debut.

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Historic Day in Lima as Latin Judo Shines Bright at the Grand Prix

The opening day of the first-ever Lima Judo Grand Prix brought unforgettable moments. Chile’s Mary Dee Vargas Ley claimed her nation’s first Grand Prix gold, while Brazil, France, and Israel also triumphed. Peru’s Brillith Gamarra made history with her country’s first-ever IJF World Tour medal.

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Why Peru Just Ousted Another President, And What Comes Next

In a matter of hours, Peru impeached one of the world's most unpopular presidents, Dina Boluarte, and appointed its seventh leader in nine years.

International Business Times

Peru Ousts President Blamed For Failing To Stem Crime

Lawmakers in Peru removed president Dina Boluarte from office just after midnight on Friday, ending a stint in office plagued by protests, corruption probes and rampant crime.

International Business Times

Concert shooting in Peru could spell the end for Dina Boluarte's presidency

A shooting at a concert in Peru's capital has intensified calls for President Dina Boluarte's removal

The Independent UK

Illegal gold mining clears 140,000 hectares of Peruvian Amazon

Armed criminal groups tear down precious rainforest to capitalise on record gold prices, report finds

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Psychedelic beer may have helped pre-Inca empire in Peru schmooze elite outsiders and consolidate power

The Wari used beer mixed with psychedelics to help build an empire in Peru around 1,200 years ago, a new study suggests.

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Fears Amazon is in ‘delicate situation’ over rising mercury pollution

One figure stressed that health risks are particularly acute in the Amazon, where access to medical services is scarce

The Independent UK

South American alliance orders Peru to crack down on mercury trafficking and illegal gold mining

A South American trade bloc has ruled that Peru is failing to curb illegal gold mining and mercury trafficking

The Independent UK

Protests in Peru, a soccer fan poses and more top photos this week from Latin America

Sept. 26-Oct. 2, 2025

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As Amazon's 'flying rivers' weaken with tree loss, scientists warn of worsening droughts

Scientists warn that “flying rivers” — invisible streams of moisture that carry rain from the Atlantic Ocean westward across the Amazon — are weakening as deforestation and climate change advance

The Independent UK

Peru’s gastronomic boom risks excluding the Indigenous people whose food it celebrates

Peruvians are rightly passionate about food. Their pride in Peruvian cuisine has been fuelled in the past two decades or so by a wave of international culinary awards that has forged sense of belonging and visibility on the world stage. Yet, behind this “gastronationalism” lies a more complex story about…

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Mystery creature found in 'forbidden cloud forest' of Peru is new species of marsupial

The newly described mouse opossum was discovered at a surprisingly high altitude in the Andes.

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New Screening Campaign Uses Technology to Transform Cancer Care for Underserved Women

Designed with user accessibility in mindhe app offers voice input, offline access, and will provide guidance to nearby screening facilities once the maps are added.

International Business Times UK

Hundreds Of Tourists are Stranded as Machu Picchu Faces Losing Its Place Among World's Wonders

Protests block access to Machu Picchu, leaving 900 tourists stranded and sparking fears the iconic site could lose its World Wonder status.

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Peru cracks down on match-fixing, mandates integrity charter for betting firms

A decisive step for the Peruvian betting sector.

International Business Times

Peru Evacuates 1,600 Tourists From Machu Picchu Amid Protest

Peru has evacuated around 1,600 tourists from a train station that serves the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu after a local protest escalated into clashes with police.

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The Independent UK

At least 900 tourists stranded near South American lost city due to protest

Train operator PeruRail said the service had been suspended as ‘rocks of various sizes’ blocked the track

International Business Times

Peru Evacuates 1,400 Tourists From Machu Picchu Amid Protest

Peru evacuated some 1,400 tourists overnight from the train station that serves the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, while about 900 others remained stranded Tuesday as protesters blocked the railway tracks, officials said.

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How to watch Peru vs Paraguay: Live streams, TV info for World Cup qualifier

It's the final round of games in CONMEBOL qualification for the 2026 World Cup – here's how to watch Peru vs Paraguay online and on TV.

The Guardian - UK

Peru accused of violating human rights after government rejects reserve for uncontacted people

Campaigners shocked after ministers voted against the 1.2m-hectare Yavari Mirim reserve after 20 years of debate

The Independent UK

Peru rejects creation of Amazon reserve to protect uncontacted tribes, drawing Indigenous outcry

Peru’s Congress has rejected a long-delayed proposal to create the Yavari Mirim Indigenous Reserve

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How to watch Uruguay vs Peru: Live streams for CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier

Uruguay and Peru face off in Montevideo in both sides' penultimate CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier – here's how to watch the contest online and on TV.

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From fast risers to fallen giants: World Cup 2026 qualifiers to watch

Bolivia, Peru, struggling Nigeria and flagging Italy face an uphill struggle, but others have reason for optimism

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