Life in Bolivia has become increasingly difficult. The nation is struggling with a deep economic crisis, shortages of essential goods, and political uncertainty ahead of elections. With basic food items disappearing from store shelves and prices rising daily, many Bolivians are now crossing the border into Peru to make ends…
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$1,700 ACTC October 2025 Payment – Eligibility, Deposit Dates, And IRS Updates
In recent weeks, online posts and short videos have claimed that the IRS will issue a $1,700 ACTC (Additional Child Tax Credit) deposit in October 2025. The topic has attracted millions of views, with families hoping for another round of relief amid inflation and rising costs. However, official IRS information…
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Peru’s Economy Grew Faster Than Forecast In November
Peru’s economy grew faster than expected in November, extending its recovery streak and signaling solid momentum into year-end. Strong gains in fishing, agriculture, and manufacturing more than offset a soft patch in mining, while seasonally adjusted activity improved from October—clear signs that domestic demand and export-linked sectors are pulling in…
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No More Automatic Retirement At 67- Canada’s CPP & OAS Overhaul Changes The Game
For decades, Canadians viewed age 65 as the traditional mark of retirement. It was the time to stop working, collect Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) benefits, and enjoy a slower pace of life. But that idea is rapidly changing. With Canadians living longer, staying healthier, and…
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Guided By Faith And Family, Peruvian Gymnast Captures Gold At South American Championship
Peru has reason to rejoice as Antonella Belén Rocha Muñoz, backed by her unwavering faith and strong family support, has captured gold at the 2025 South American Rhythmic Gymnastics Championship held in Cochabamba, Bolivia. In a moment of national pride, Rocha’s calm composure, disciplined training, and belief in a higher…
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Peruvian Court Rejects Effort To Block Ousted President’s Travel
A Peruvian court has rejected a 36-month travel ban requested by prosecutors against ousted President Dina Boluarte, ruling there is no flight risk while she remains under investigation for alleged money laundering and abuse of office. The decision follows her impeachment on October 10, 2025, and the swearing-in of José…
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Judge Refuses Request To Bar Former President Dina Boluarte From Departing Peru
On October 15, 2025, a Peruvian court rejected prosecutors’ request to bar former President Dina Boluarte from leaving the country. The State Prosecutor’s Office had sought a 36-month travel restriction while ongoing probes examine alleged money laundering, possible illicit enrichment, and questions around luxury Rolex watches known locally as “Rolexgate.”…
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Peru’s SBS Greenlights Potent New AML/CFT Regime For Online Gambling Operators
In a landmark move, Peru’s Superintendencia de Banca, Seguros y AFP (SBS) has officially approved a sweeping AML/CFT regulatory framework tailored for online gambling and sports betting operators, under the oversight of Mincetur (Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism). This marks a dramatic shift: iGaming platforms in Peru will now…
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Explosive Youth Uprising In Peru- Gen Z Battles Police Over Corruption & Crime
Peru is witnessing an extraordinary Gen Z uprising—crowds of students, young professionals, and first-time voters are flooding the streets of Lima, demanding justice, safety, and honesty from those in power. After Congress forcefully removed President Dina Boluarte in October 2025, and installed interim President José Jerí, frustration boiled over. Young…
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Amid Economic Turmoil, Bolivians Turn To Smuggling Goods Into Peru To Survive Ahead Of Elections
Bolivia’s economic collapse—marked by a severe dollar shortage, fuel crisis, and rising food prices—has forced thousands of citizens, especially near Desaguadero, to smuggle goods into Peru. With the October 19, 2025 elections approaching, cross-border trade has become a lifeline for struggling families. Subsidized diesel, gasoline, and LPG in Bolivia are…