Government to reinstate dismissed public workers – Felix Kwakye Ofosu

The Minister of State in charge of Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has assured that the government is committed to reinstating all public sector workers whose appointments were revoked since the government took over. This, he...

Peru aims to turn copper reserves into engine for sustainable industrial development

-Promotion of plants to process copper into cathodes and wire rod, key inputs for global industries. -Development of industrial hubs in mining regions such as Arequipa, Moquegua, and Apurimac -Implementation of environmental standards and...

Peru: Police guard Machu Picchu railway to ensure security, prevent incidents

The official indicated that the protest in Machu Picchu Pueblo district continues. Therefore, train service operations to Machu Picchu remain suspended. In this context, Luque called for calm among the population, assuring them that their demands...

Machu Picchu faces being STRIPPED of 'seven wonders of the world' status after ugly protests left tourists trapped in iconic Peru spot

By GERMANIA RODRIGUEZ POLEO, US CHIEF REPORTER Published: 10:14 EDT, 17 September 2025 | Updated: 15:42 EDT, 17 September 2025 Macchu Picchu could lose its status as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World after protests left tourists trapped at...

South Korea strengthens cultural ties with Peru's Zaña district

The meeting aimed to strengthen friendship and cultural cooperation ties between the Asian country and the northern Peruvian town. The foreign delegation was composed of Lieutenant Colonel Chinhui Park, Defense Attaché at the Embassy of the...

‘Media playing a vital role in international cooperation’

Kunming: The Editor-in-Chief of the People’s Daily Newspaper, Chen Jianwen, reaffirmed that the media plays a key role in international cooperation and enhancement of understanding among different civilizations and cultures. He said that the Belt...

UMass Amherst Researcher Receives $1.12 million NSF Grant to Study Impacts of Water Governance on Children’s Health in Five Countries

Image Daniel Lopez-Cevallos A University of Massachusetts Amherst public health researcher has been awarded a three-year, $1.12 million grant from the National Science Foundation to lead a multinational examination of the relationship between...

The Canadian Government Issues New "Avoid Alll Travel" Advisory To South American Country

The Canadian government has provided travelers with several key updates in recent days and weeks. Among them was a new warning on travel to Spain. Visitors are being warned of thieves posing as police officers. Visitors are advised to always ask...

Nearly 1,000 Tourists Stranded Near Machu Picchu Amid Protests in Peru

Close to 1,000 tourists have been left stranded near the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu after their train services were halted due to ongoing protests, according to The Independent, citing Peru’s Minister of Tourism, Ursula León. Authorities...

City of Peru Committee of a Whole met September 15

City of Peru Committee of a Whole met September 15. Here are the agenda provided by the committee: ROLL CALL 3:30 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENT MINUTES Committee of A Whole Minutes of September 2, 2025 PRESENTATION COMMITTEE DISCUSSION PUBLIC WORKS...

Peru and Ghana strengthen ties at first Political Consultations Mechanism meeting

During the event, Ambassador Raffo highlighted that this gathering reinforces the strong commitment to political engagement between Peru and Ghana, whose diplomatic relations were formalized on June 23, 1987. "The Political Consultations Mechanism...

Peru evacuates 1,600 tourists from Machu Picchu amid local protests

MACHU PICCHU: Peruvian authorities have evacuated approximately 1,600 tourists from the train station serving the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu following escalating local protests. The protest began when residents blocked the railway tracks...

Min: Peru is probably the country with highest energy security worldwide

The government official made these remarks before Congress' Energy and Mines Commission on Tuesday. "Energy in Peru is everywhere. We have gas, oil, solar energy, wind energy, hydroelectric power. Probably, given the size of our country and our...

Peru Protests Force Evacuation of Tourists from Machu Picchu

Peruvian authorities evacuated about 1,600 tourists from Machu Picchu after protests over transport concessions escalated into violent clashes with police. Demonstrators blocked the train tracks connecting the UNESCO World Heritage site with the...

American jets could replace aging Russian fighters in Peru, as F-16 purchase bid gets OK

F-16 Fighting Falcons fly off the coast of California on Aug. 7, 2025. The State Department has approved a potential sale of 12 F-16C/D Block 70 jets to Peru, which is looking to replace its aging Mirage 2000 and Sukhoi Su-25 warplanes. ( Tryphena...

Peru cleared for possible $3.42 billion F-16 Block 70 buy

The US has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) of 12 F-16 C/D Block 70 aircraft to Peru at a cost of US$3.42 billion. According to the Defence Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notice, Peru’s aircraft request comprises 10 F-16Cs and...

Peru evacuates 1,600 tourists from Machu Picchu amid protest

Authorities said several officers were hurt during clashes overnight as they temporarily unblocked the tracks - Copyright AFP Carolina Paucar Peru has evacuated around 1,600 tourists from a train station that serves the Inca citadel of Machu...

Peru evacuates 1,400 tourists from Machu Picchu amid protest; 900 more stranded

LIMA - Peru evacuated some 1,400 tourists overnight from the train station that serves the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, while about 900 others remained stranded on Sept 16 as protesters blocked the railway tracks, officials said. A Unesco World...

Students Without 75% Minimum Attendance Can't Contest Delhi University College Students' Union Elections: High Court

The Delhi High Court has observed that a student not meeting the criteria of 75% minimum attendance cannot be permitted to contest the Delhi University College Students' Union elections. Justice Mini Pushkarna said that if the attendance of a...

World AFP Peru evacuates 1,600 tourists from Machu Picchu amid protest

Peru has evacuated around 1,600 tourists from a train station that serves the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu after a local protest escalated into clashes with police. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983, the ancient fortified complex receives...