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U.S. court gives Peru's ex-President Toledo more time to fight extradition

A U.S. court ordered a two-week pause on the extradition of Peru's former President Alejandro Toledo, wanted in his home country on charges of taking millions of dollars in bribes as part of a continent-spanning corruption case.

Reuters

Peru ex-leader Toledo wins reprieve in extradition from US

Former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo Manrique has been granted two more weeks to fight his extradition from the United States on corruption charges

The Independent UK

Mayor closes museum of memories in battle over story of Peru’s violent past

Far-right mayor claimed Lima institution peddled false narrative of 1980-2000 conflict in which guerrillas and army killed 70,000

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Peru set to jail third ex-president as Toledo awaits extradition from U.S.

A U.S. court rejected an appeal by former Peruvian president Alejandro Toledo to stall his extradition over corruption charges, making it likely that he will be the third former leader to be held in a purpose-built jail in Lima.

Reuters

Indigenous Peruvians condemn US ambassador’s visit to palm oil company

Indigenous communities condemned Lisa Kenny’s visit, claiming company is operating on illegally deforested land

The Guardian - US

US court denies ex-Peruvian president extradition stay

A United States federal court has denied former Peru President Alejandro Toledo Manrique’s appeal to stop his extradition to his native country to face corruption charges

The Independent UK

Peru's Congress votes against impeachment trial for president

Peru's congress rejected a motion on Tuesday from leftist lawmakers to launch impeachment hearings against President Dina Boluarte on charges tied to the deaths of protesters, the latest chapter in the country's political volatility.

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Paddington 3 Is Officially Happening, What We Know

Paddington 3 is finally moving into production, with key details being revealed in the process.

Cinemablend

Paddington 3 filming date finally revealed — and it's soon!

The Paddington threequel, Paddington in Peru is due to start filming soon.

WhatToWatch

Peru removed as host of this year's men's Under-17 World Cup

Peru has been stripped of hosting the men’s Under-17 World Cup because FIFA says the country is not ready to stage the tournament later this year

The Independent UK

Autopsies show 30 people died from gunfire in Peru protests

Human rights groups have called on the Peruvian government to investigate claims of excessive force by police and soldiers during recent anti-government protests that have left 49 civilians dead

The Independent UK

The hottest pepper in the world — what is it and can you eat it?

There are an estimated 50,000 types of chili peppers in the world, resulting from domestication over 6,000 years ago in Peru and Mexico.

Chicago Sun-Times

Ale Hop & Laura Robles: Agua Dulce review – channelling the cajón’s raw power

There’s heart-thumping tension and catharsis as the musicians aim to reconnect the Peruvian percussion instrument with its slave roots

The Guardian - UK

Takeaways from AP examination of Peru carbon credit program

Expert analysis and reporting by The Associated Press raises doubts about whether a program to sell carbon credits in Peru’s Cordillera Azul National Park is delivering on its promise to balance out emissions by the companies buying the credits

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‘Gone wrong’: Doubts on carbon-credit program in Peru forest

Expert analysis and reporting by The Associated Press raises doubts about whether a program to sell carbon credits in Peru's Cordillera Azul National Park is delivering on its promise to balance out emissions by the companies buying the credits

Reuters

Peru announces "definitive withdrawal" of ambassador from Colombia

Peru's government on Wednesday announced the "definitive withdrawal" of its ambassador from Colombia amid diplomatic tensions between both countries.

The Independent UK

Mexico: Despite "coup," Castillo legal president of Peru

Mexico's president says Pedro Castillo remains “the legal and legitimate president” of Peru and that he was jailed as part of a "coup."

The Guardian - UK

‘A second chance’: Peru sanctuaries help rescued monkeys back into the wild

At two wildlife centres in the Madre de Dios region, the victims of illegal mining activities embark on a long journey of rehabilitation

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Peru prosecutors probe president, ex-president for alleged money laundering

Peruvian prosecutors are investigating President Dina Boluarte and former president Pedro Castillo for allegedly laundering money as part of a criminal organization, the attorney general's office said on Twitter on Tuesday.

Daily Mirror

Peru star arrested for allegedly hitting police officer as players involved in ugly clash

Players and fans were gathered outside the team hotel when incidents took place, with images and videos circulating on social media, while there are reports that a Peru player had been arrested for allegedly hitting an officer in the eye

Reuters

Peru police seize $20 million of cocaine headed for Turkey

Peruvian authorities said Monday they seized 2.3 tonnes of cocaine disguised as ceramic tiles destined for Turkey via a growing maritime route for illicit drugs.

Tribune News Service

Peru Congress to discuss motion to impeach Boluarte: Republica

Peru’s Congress will decide on March 30 whether to accept a motion to discuss the impeachment of President Dina Boluarte, a sign that the country’s political crisis is far from over.

Sports Illustrated

Jake Paul Claims He Did Ayahuasca in Peru With Aaron Rodgers

The professional boxer revealed that he was a part of the now-infamous trip with the four-time NFL MVP.

Zenger

Friends Who Took Double-Dcker Bus Around World Reunite 50 Years Later

Friends who traveled 40,000 miles around the world in a double-decker London bus have reconnected after 50 years.

The Guardian - UK

First birds, now mammals: how H5N1 is killing thousands of sea lions in Peru

Avian flu has decimated the marine creatures on the country’s Pacific coastline and scientists fear it could be jumping from mammal to mammal

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