Peru’s asparagus business is showing surprising trends in 2025: while they are exporting more by volume, their total export value hasn’t grown much. How did that happen? And what challenges lie ahead? In this article, we will walk through Peru’s asparagus export story in 2025—the highs, lows, and what it…
Inca Trail: When people think of Peru, they often picture the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu. But there is so much more waiting off the beaten path. From remote highlands to river jungles, there are hidden places full of magic and culture. In this article, we’ll explore five lesser-known wonders…
Imagine a church collapsing in the middle of a busy parish, leaving people with no proper place to worship. That was the reality in Olmos, Peru, when heavy rains destroyed the historic Santo Domingo de Guzmán church. But thanks to a generous fund from Chicago’s archdiocese, the church rose again.…
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease can be challenging, emotional, and sometimes overwhelming. That’s why local support groups play such an important role. The Illinois Valley Alzheimer’s Caring Friends Support Group is organizing a meeting to bring together caregivers, families, and community members who want to understand more about Alzheimer’s…
Peru is facing a serious change. The government is trying to remove protections for Indigenous peoples and their lands. Critics say these changes could cause big harm—not just to the environment, but to human rights. In this article, I’ll explain what is happening, why it worries many people, and what…
The future of Social Security has become a hot topic again as the system faces major financial challenges. The program, which supports over 70 million Americans, could face benefit cuts in the next decade if no changes are made. Recently, Social Security Commissioner Martin O’Malley said that “everything’s being considered”…
When veterans see a number like $2,900 VA compensation for October 2025, many of them wonder: Who will actually receive that check? In this article, I’ll explain clearly who might get that amount, how VA disability payments work, and when the check would arrive. Everything is in simple English so…
When there is grief, conflict, and fear, even a small spark of hope can change everything. That is what Pope Leo XIV spoke about in his October 12, 2025 address in St. Peter’s Square. He reflected on war, peace, and the struggle many nations face. His words touched on Gaza,…
Over 1,000 years ago, long before the famous Inca Empire, a powerful Andean civilization called the Wari ruled large parts of Peru. Archaeologists now believe that one surprising tool helped them grow and keep peace among different groups — a psychedelic beer. A new study published in La Revista de…
The waves were wild, the competition fierce, and yet Sol Aguirre, one of Peru’s brightest surfing stars, stood out in spectacular form. Competing in the women’s Round of 48 at the Saquarema surf event in Brazil, Aguirre wasted no time making a strong impression. Her performance not only earned her…