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Peru Fines Lima Clinic $190,000 For Leak Of Shakira's Medical Records
A Peruvian regulator hit private health-care provider Auna SA with a stiff fine for the unauthorised disclosure of medical records belonging to popular singer Shakira.
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Peru's Unpopular President Dina Boluarte Doubles Her Pay
Peru's highly unpopular President Dina Boluarte has doubled her salary with one year left in her term, the government announced Wednesday.
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Japanese Mountaineer Dies Of Hypothermia On Peru's Tallest Mountain Peak
A mountaineer from Japan died and another was rescued during a trek on Peru's tallest mountain, authorities said Thursday.
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1,000-Year-Old Mummy Found by Gas Workers in Peru Linked to Chancay Culture
Gas workers in Peru discovered a 1,000-year-old mummy during pipeline work in Lima. The boy’s remains, found in a seated burial position with ceremonial items, belong to the Pre-Inca Chancay culture. The site is one of over 2,200 archaeological finds made by Calidda since 2004.
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World's 50 Best Restaurants 2025: This Indian Cuisine Restaurant Ranks 6th Best In The World
Two Indian cuisine restaurants are being celebrated amongst the 50 best restaurants in the world. The best restaurant title in the world goes to...
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1,000 Year-Old Mummified Child Found In Peru, Was Aged Between 10 To 15 Years
Peruvian gas workers this week found a thousand-year-old mummy while installing pipes in Lima, their company said, confirming the latest discovery of a pre-Hispanic tomb in the capital.
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In Startling Discovery, Experts Claim Peruvian 'Alien Mummies' Were Murdered
These findings add a new layer to the mystery surrounding the mummies, which were first discovered in 2017.
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800-Year-Old Mummy Reveals Unusual Facial Tattoos Made from Rare Minerals
A newly analysed 800-year-old female mummy has surprised researchers with minimalist facial tattoos made from unusual mineral-based ink. Unlike the elaborate designs typically found in Andean mummies, this woman’s tattoos were composed of simple lines and an S-shape, made from magnetite and augite. Discovered in the Italian Museum of Anthropology...
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As Young, "Jeans-Wearing" Priest In Peru, Pope Leo XIV Survived Bomb Threat
Hector Camacho remembers Prevost asking altar boys for help with words in Spanish, taking them on trips to beaches, and hiring karate, swimming and basketball coaches to keep the town's youth away from crime.
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Chan Chan, UNESCO World Heritage Site In Peru, Defaced With Obscene Graffiti
A vandal defaced Chan Chan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Peru, with obscene graffiti over the weekend, the Ministry of Culture said Monday.
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All You Need To Know About Robert Francis Prevost: First Pope From US
Robert Francis Prevost, the first pope from the United States, has a history of missionary work in Peru but also a keen grasp of the inner workings of the Church.
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A Pyramid in the Amazon? The Mystery of Cerro El Cono in Peru's Sierra del Divisor
Hidden in Peru’s remote Sierra del Divisor, Cerro El Cono is a mysterious, pyramid-shaped peak that has baffled scientists and inspired local legend. Visible from 250 miles away, this jungle-covered mountain could be a volcano, a spiritual Apu, or the remnants of an ancient civilization. Despite its sacred significance and ecological value, the r...
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Remains Of 5,000-Year-Old Noblewoman Found In Peru
Archaeologists in Peru said Thursday they found the 5,000-year-old remains of a noblewoman at the sacred city of Caral, revealing the important role played by women in the oldest center of civilization in the Americas.
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India Finish Third In Peru World Cup, NRAI Pleased With Young Shooters' Performance
Indian shooters finished third at the ISSF World Cup after the pair of Prithviraj Tondaiman and Pragati Dubey failed to reach the medals round in the trap mixed team event in Lima, Peru
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Archaeologists Unearth Circular Mass Grave of Wounded Individuals in Ancient Peruvian Tomb
Archaeologists in Peru have uncovered a massive circular tomb dating back to around 500 BCE, filled with the remains of 54 individuals, many of whom show signs of violent injury. The discovery suggests ritualised warfare or sacrificial practices and offers fresh insight into the ceremonial traditions of ancient Andean cultures.
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Peru Fines Lima Clinic $190,000 For Leak Of Shakira's Medical Records
A Peruvian regulator hit private health-care provider Auna SA with a stiff fine for the unauthorised disclosure of medical records belonging to popular singer Shakira.
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Peru's Unpopular President Dina Boluarte Doubles Her Pay
Peru's highly unpopular President Dina Boluarte has doubled her salary with one year left in her term, the government announced Wednesday.
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Japanese Mountaineer Dies Of Hypothermia On Peru's Tallest Mountain Peak
A mountaineer from Japan died and another was rescued during a trek on Peru's tallest mountain, authorities said Thursday.
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1,000-Year-Old Mummy Found by Gas Workers in Peru Linked to Chancay Culture
Gas workers in Peru discovered a 1,000-year-old mummy during pipeline work in Lima. The boy’s remains, found in a seated burial position with ceremonial items, belong to the Pre-Inca Chancay culture. The site is one of over 2,200 archaeological finds made by Calidda since 2004.
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World's 50 Best Restaurants 2025: This Indian Cuisine Restaurant Ranks 6th Best In The World
Two Indian cuisine restaurants are being celebrated amongst the 50 best restaurants in the world. The best restaurant title in the world goes to...
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1,000 Year-Old Mummified Child Found In Peru, Was Aged Between 10 To 15 Years
Peruvian gas workers this week found a thousand-year-old mummy while installing pipes in Lima, their company said, confirming the latest discovery of a pre-Hispanic tomb in the capital.
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In Startling Discovery, Experts Claim Peruvian 'Alien Mummies' Were Murdered
These findings add a new layer to the mystery surrounding the mummies, which were first discovered in 2017.
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800-Year-Old Mummy Reveals Unusual Facial Tattoos Made from Rare Minerals
A newly analysed 800-year-old female mummy has surprised researchers with minimalist facial tattoos made from unusual mineral-based ink. Unlike the elaborate designs typically found in Andean mummies, this woman’s tattoos were composed of simple lines and an S-shape, made from magnetite and augite. Discovered in the Italian Museum of Anthropology...
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As Young, "Jeans-Wearing" Priest In Peru, Pope Leo XIV Survived Bomb Threat
Hector Camacho remembers Prevost asking altar boys for help with words in Spanish, taking them on trips to beaches, and hiring karate, swimming and basketball coaches to keep the town's youth away from crime.
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Chan Chan, UNESCO World Heritage Site In Peru, Defaced With Obscene Graffiti
A vandal defaced Chan Chan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Peru, with obscene graffiti over the weekend, the Ministry of Culture said Monday.
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All You Need To Know About Robert Francis Prevost: First Pope From US
Robert Francis Prevost, the first pope from the United States, has a history of missionary work in Peru but also a keen grasp of the inner workings of the Church.
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A Pyramid in the Amazon? The Mystery of Cerro El Cono in Peru's Sierra del Divisor
Hidden in Peru’s remote Sierra del Divisor, Cerro El Cono is a mysterious, pyramid-shaped peak that has baffled scientists and inspired local legend. Visible from 250 miles away, this jungle-covered mountain could be a volcano, a spiritual Apu, or the remnants of an ancient civilization. Despite its sacred significance and ecological value, the r...
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Remains Of 5,000-Year-Old Noblewoman Found In Peru
Archaeologists in Peru said Thursday they found the 5,000-year-old remains of a noblewoman at the sacred city of Caral, revealing the important role played by women in the oldest center of civilization in the Americas.
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India Finish Third In Peru World Cup, NRAI Pleased With Young Shooters' Performance
Indian shooters finished third at the ISSF World Cup after the pair of Prithviraj Tondaiman and Pragati Dubey failed to reach the medals round in the trap mixed team event in Lima, Peru
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Archaeologists Unearth Circular Mass Grave of Wounded Individuals in Ancient Peruvian Tomb
Archaeologists in Peru have uncovered a massive circular tomb dating back to around 500 BCE, filled with the remains of 54 individuals, many of whom show signs of violent injury. The discovery suggests ritualised warfare or sacrificial practices and offers fresh insight into the ceremonial traditions of ancient Andean cultures.
