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Peru Bids Farewell To Polarizing Ex-president Fujimori

The state funeral of Peru's divisive ex-president Alberto Fujimori, a major figure in Latin American politics, began Saturday in Lima, capping three days of national mourning.

International Business Times

‘Transformative, for better and for worse’: what’s the legacy of Peru’s Alberto Fujimori

Despite his convictions for corruption and human rights abuses, many see the president who has died at 86 as the country’s greatest leader

The Guardian - UK

Fujimori 'Never Asked Forgiveness': Families Of Peru Massacre Victims

As Peru prepares to lay former president Alberto Fujimori to rest on Saturday, the families of civilians killed in his war on left-wing guerrillas are grappling with his death.

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Fujimori’s death won’t end pursuit of justice for Peruvian victims – or stop the strongman’s supporters from revering his legacy

The death of Alberto Fujimori, the deeply divisive former Peruvian president, comes amid a resurgence of interest in the former strongman – both from supporters and detractors.

The Conversation

Friday essay: Giant shark megalodon was the most powerful superpredator ever. Why did it go extinct?

Imagine the seas off Peru, 6 million years ago. A group of long-nosed dolphins swam through the warm seawater, breaking the surface with occasional enthusiastic leaps into the stark sunshine, then diving crisply back into the clear water to join their compadres.

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Peru declares 3 days of national mourning over the death of former President Alberto Fujimori

Peru’s government has declared three days of national mourning over the death of former President Alberto Fujimori

The Independent UK

Alberto Fujimori obituary

President of Peru who at first oversaw economic growth in the country, but was later jailed for human rights crimes

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New kittens, new statues and Taylor’s Trump signoff – take the Thursday quiz

Questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?

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Polarising Ex-Peruvian President Alberto Fujimori Dies At 86

Peru's former president Alberto Fujimori, who spent 16 years in prison for crimes against humanity, died on Wednesday at the age of 86 in the capital Lima, his family said.

International Business Times

Former Peruvian President Alberto Fujimori Dies At Age 86

Learn about the life and legacy of former Peruvian President Alberto Fujimori, known for economic reforms and controversial political decisions.

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Alberto Fujimori, Peru's Deeply Divisive Former Strongman Leader

Peru's Alberto Fujimori, who died Wednesday at the age of 86, was a one-time university dean who rose to wage a bloody campaign against insurgents as president in the 1990s -- but ended up jailed for atrocities.

International Business Times

Alberto Fujimori, former President of Peru, dies at 86 after battle with cancer

Peru's controversial former President Alberto Fujimori died at 86 years old. His daughter Keiko revealed his passing

Latin Times

Peru declares three days of mourning after death of ex-president Alberto Fujimori

Decision to honour authoritarian leader jailed for corruption and human rights abuses sparks mixed reactions

The Guardian - UK

Indigenous Tribe Kills Loggers In Amazon Land Dispute

Two loggers killed by uncontacted tribe in Peru's Amazon sparks concerns over Indigenous rights and environmental protection.

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The Independent UK

Worlds most isolated tribe kill loggers encroaching on their land deep in Amazon rainforest

Two loggers have been killed by the reclusive Mashco Piro Indigenous tribe deep in Peru's Amazon

The Guardian - UK

Two loggers shot dead with arrows in clash with Indigenous group in Peruvian Amazon

Two more people missing and one injured after attack by ‘uncontacted’ Mashco Piro in rainforest

AAP

Record Australian medal haul at world junior athletics

Australia won a record 14 medals at the world junior athletics championships in Peru, eclipsing the previous mark of 10.

The Guardian - AU

Torrie Lewis to Gout Gout: new generation fires Australia’s athletics resurgence

With the likes of Peyton Craig and Claudia Hollingsworth in the team, medals are expected at the U20 Championships in Peru

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Latin Times

Peru's Former Soccer Boss Acquitted Of Two Murder Charges

Peru's national football team thrived under Oviedo's stewardship, which began in January 2015, qualifying three years later for the World Cup for the first time in 36 years.

The Guardian - UK

Could a £2-a-day basic income be the key to protecting rainforests?

Pilot scheme in Amazon communities of central Peru aims to help people choose a more sustainable way of living

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Peru's Christian Cueva Separated From Club Over Abuse Allegations

Peru international Christian Cueva separated from Cienciano after domestic abuse accusations. Cueva's wife reported physical and psychological attacks.

The Independent UK

Archaeologists uncover burial site of ancient cult that revered water

Burial from time when ancient people of Peru began constructing large buildings and pyramids, researchers say

LiveScience

Rare pre-Inca burials of 4 people found at 'water cult' temple in Peru

Archaeologists have found the skeletal remains of four people — two children, a teenager and an adult — at a site in Peru that predates the Incas.

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Capture Of South American Crime Boss In New York

South American crime boss and girlfriend apprehended in the U.S. for violent crimes in Peru. Challenges of international crime enforcement highlighted.

The Independent UK

What to know about the US arrest of a Peruvian gang leader suspected of killing 23 people

A South American crime boss wanted in the killings of at least 23 people in Peru was captured this week in New York

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