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Caral Citadel in Peru Opens After 3,800 Years

A 3,800-year-old citadel belonging to the Caral civilization—one of the oldest in the world—opened its doors to the public this Saturday after eight years...

Peruvian Scientists Identify New Frog Species in Piura’s Highlands

A team of Peruvian scientists recently identified three new frog species in the misty peaks of the Huancabamba mountain range in northern Peru’s Piura...

5,000-Year-Old Woman’s Remains Discovered in Peru’s Ancient Caral Civilization

Archaeologists announced Thursday the discovery of the remains of a woman who lived approximately 5,000 years ago and is believed to have belonged to...

World’s Best-Preserved Fossil of Prehistoric Sperm Whale Found in Peru

A skull fossil with jaws of a new prehistoric sperm whale was found in Peru "preserved intact for seven million years" and constitutes the...

The pandemic’s legacy for Latin American women: Unemployment, lower wages, precariousness

Silvia Muñoz lost her job as a domestic worker in Lima; Yolanda Chambi had to close her sale of traditional costumes in Lake Titicaca:...

Peru declares environmental emergency on coastal area hit by oil spill

Peru declared an environmental emergency Saturday to battle an oil spill caused by freak waves from a volcanic eruption in the South Pacific. The stunningly...

In Peru, eyes on Costa Rica

The Inter-American Court is reviewing the pardon of ex-President Fujimori.

Inter-American Court reviews Fujimori pardon

Human rights groups and relatives of victims asked the Inter-American Court of Human Rights Friday to rule against a pardon for former Peruvian president Alberto Fujimori.

Latin America most dangerous region for environmentalists in 2015

More than 65 percent of the murders tallied by Global Witness in 2015 occurred in Latin America.

Death toll climbs to 10 in Peru guerrilla attack on election eve

A weekend guerrilla attack targeting soldiers on the eve of Peru's presidential elections killed 10 people, authorities said Monday, raising an earlier toll.

Armed with whips and rifles, poor Peruvian vigilantes help protect the Andes from criminals

For decades, vigilante groups have guarded the streets of Andean villages and cities in Peru, often usurping the role of the police.

The Dark and Light Sides of Peru’s Ayahuasca Retreat Industry

The supposed teachings of plants like ayahuasca, datura and tobacco attract travelers from all over the world. Some try to heal diseases, others try to find answers. In the past couple of years, dozens of retreats have been built near Iquitos to accommodate these practices.
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Three Missing After Being Swept Away at Tarrazú Waterfall and Guanacaste Beach

Three people remain missing after strong currents swept them away in two separate incidents today, one at a waterfall in the Los Santos region...

Dollar Rebounds From Record Low but Year-End Could Favor the Colón Again

The dollar hit its highest level since June after a record low, but seasonal inflows could push it back down. Here is what banks are paying.

Used-Car Importers Take Costa Rica’s New Vehicle Tax Formula to Court

Costa Rica's used-car importers will challenge in court a Hacienda decree they say doubles or triples import taxes. The ministry cites evasion.

Costa Rica Takes Growing Role in U.S. Deportation Program

Costa Rica has quietly become an important destination in a growing U.S. deportation program that sends migrants to countries they are not from, leaving...