Crime
Former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo sentenced to 20 years for corruption linked to Odebrecht construction
The verdict marks the first high profile Peruvian conviction related to Brazil’s continent wide Operation Car Wash investigation
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Culture
Scientists discover 168 ancient images in Peru's Nazca desert
The Nazca lines, which were created by the ancient Nazca culture between 100 B.C. and 300 A.D., have been studied for almost 80 years by archaeologists and scientists. However, their purpose remains a mystery
Politics
Peruvian court upholds 18-month pre-trial detention for former president Castillo
The appeals chamber of the court announced the decision as the country continues to face unrest after Castillo attempted to dissolve the South American country’s congress
Politics
Peruvian police identify "infiltrators and agitators" in protests suggesting Shining Path provocations
A recent Peruvian law enforcement report suggests the organized presence of various “infiltrators” in the protests in Lima and other locations
Politics
Seven demonstrators killed as protests rock Peru after failed presidential coup
Peru closes Machu Picchu routes amid protests against President Dina Boluarte as government declares state of emergency in the south
Politics
At least 20 injured and one killed as protests in Peru turn violent
During the protests, at least 16 civilians and four police officers were wounded as the two groups clashed in the city of Andahuaylas
Politics
Who is Dina Boluarte, Peru's first female president?
She was sworn in on Wednesday as the first female president of the Andean country shortly after the Congress dismissed her predecessor, Pedro Castillo for trying to dismiss the Peruvian legislature
Politics
Ousted president Pedro Castillo arrested after coup attempt in Peru
The head of the presidential bodyguard reportedly prevented Castillo's escape and ordered his surrender for violating the Peruvian Constitution.
Politics
Pedro Castillo dissolves Peruvian Congress and establishes emergency government in Peru
President Pedro Castillo temporarily closes Peruvian Congress
Sports
Australia breaks Peru's World Cup dream with substitute goalkeeper
The Australian star was sophomore goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne, who replaced the starter in the extra time of the World Cup qualifier against Peru and saved the decisive penalty kick
Politics
Peru's Congress gives socialist President Castillo green light to attend Biden's Summit of the Americas
Castillo received a formal invitation in May, but previously stated that he might not participate unless the United States allowed Venezuela, Nicaragua and Cuba to participate in the summit
