In Lima, at least 30 people were injured and six individuals detained during intense anti-government protests. The unrest was spurred by growing discontent over pension reforms, rampant crime, and public frustration with political institutions. These events mark yet another escalation in Peru’s ongoing social and political crisis. What Unfolded in…
On September 3, 2025, a Peruvian court handed former President Alejandro Toledo a new sentence of 13 years and four months in prison for money laundering, marking his second major conviction tied to the sprawling Odebrecht corruption scandal. This verdict intensifies Peru’s ongoing reckoning with political graft and adds to…
In 2025, a group of Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) leaders traveled to Peru to witness how communities are standing strong against poverty, climate change, and social inequality. Their goal was simple but powerful — to listen, learn, and bring those lessons of justice and faith back to their congregations in the…
Peru is moving forward with a $200 million World Bank program designed to modernize wastewater management, promote a circular economy, and strengthen climate resilience in the water and sanitation sector. This 10-year multi-phase initiative aims to improve infrastructure in Lima and Puno, expand access to clean water, and create new…
A Peruvian judge has ordered the preventive custody of the alleged mastermind behind Argentina’s triple femicide, a crime that has deeply shaken Latin America. The suspect, 20-year-old Tony Janzen Valverde Victoriano, nicknamed “Little J”, was declared a flight risk and will remain in custody for nine months while Argentina’s extradition…
Live Nation is making waves in Latin America with its latest project: the Lima Music Arena, a brand new indoor entertainment venue in Lima, Peru. The company has officially submitted development plans for this arena, aiming to bring world-class concerts and performances to one of South America’s fastest-growing music markets.…
Engie Energía Perú has received government approval to launch community engagement for the 300MW Quipu Wind Project. On October 1, 2025, the energy authorities approved the project’s Public Participation Plan tied to its Semi-Detailed Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA-sd). This unlocks formal workshops, public hearings, and structured information sessions with residents…
The Zebras football team gave their best effort in a tough sectional game against Peru, a well-known powerhouse in high school football. Fans hoped the Zebras could pull off a surprise win, but the game showed they still have work to do. Although the team played with determination, Peru’s experience,…
The Slough Bridge in Peru, Illinois is the only road link to the city’s Illinois River boat ramp, so any closure affects anglers, paddlers, emergency access, and weekend traffic. After decades of service, the span shows age-related deterioration (corrosion, paint loss, and section wear). Routine checks have tightened weight and…
In recent months, the Tren de Aragua, a Venezuelan-origin transnational criminal syndicate, has dramatically expanded its grip inside Peru’s prison system. From imposing internal codes to orchestrating extortion outside the walls, the gang is turning overcrowded penitentiaries into strongholds. The rapid rise of Venezuelan inmates, combined with weak institutional control,…