Peru is currently facing major protests and a nationwide transportation strike that are severely disrupting travel, public services, and daily life. From October 11 to 20, 2025, cities like Lima, Cusco, and Arequipa are among the hardest hit. If you’re a U.S. citizen traveling to or already in Peru, it’s…
In his bold South American tour of 2025, Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in India’s Lok Sabha, took center stage in Peru and Chile, engaging with students, artists, and intellectuals to press the case for inclusive education. His message was direct: education is a right, not a privilege for…
In a compelling interview, Martha Chávez, former president of Peru’s Congress, reflects on the 30-year journey since the 1995 Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing, lauding the remarkable progress of Chinese women in governance, science, technology, and societal roles. Chávez, who led the Peruvian delegation to that milestone conference,…
In 2025, Azerbaijan has expanded its diplomatic and economic presence across the world, with a special focus on Mexico and Peru. Through high-level meetings, educational exchanges, and political consultations, the country is forging a stronger relationship with Latin America based on mutual respect, economic cooperation, and cultural understanding. This new…
The 2025 Lima Grand Prix in Peru kicked off in dramatic fashion for Azerbaijani judokas, who delivered a standout performance on the very first day of competition. With one silver and three bronze medals, the Azerbaijan national judo team announced their presence strongly among the field of world-class competitors. They…
Canada is introducing New 2025 Driving Laws specifically targeting drivers age 70 and older. These changes aim to improve road safety, address age-related functional concerns, and modernize the renewal process. While not every province will adopt identical terms, the national direction is clear: senior drivers must now meet stricter medical,…
As 2025 draws to a close, millions of Social Security beneficiaries are eagerly awaiting the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). The COLA is tied to inflation using the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) for July through September. This year, the calculation is under extra scrutiny…
In his first official act as President of Peru, José Jeri Oré has called a high-level National Security Summit with the country’s Armed Forces and National Police. The urgent meeting, held at the Government Palace in Lima, aims to design a unified strategy against Peru’s growing crime wave and public…
After almost a decade of evading justice, Adolfo “N”, a Peruvian national accused of murdering two police officers in 2016, has finally been captured in Mexico’s State of Nezahualcóyotl. The arrest, made on Wednesday, ends a long international manhunt involving Interpol, Mexico’s National Migration Institute (INM), and the Peruvian National…
Peru is embarking on one of the most ambitious port infrastructure expansions in Latin America with the Matarani port expansion project. Backed by BlackRock and local partners, this effort seeks to elevate Peru’s place in the global copper export trade—especially as rivalry between the United States and China intensifies over…
