The men were killed in a region that has seen growing conflict over access to ore in recent years. The mine has also been a hotbed of illegal gold mining.
Author: Mitra Taj
Police Raid Peruvian President’s Home, Looking for Rolex Watches
Dina Boluarte, who has been seen wearing luxury watches and a $50,000 bracelet, is under investigation for breaking the country’s unlawful enrichment and asset disclosure laws.
Machu Picchu Access Blocked by Peruvian Protesters Over New Ticket System
Protesters blocked access to the Incan site in Peru over a new ticketing system. Tourists have been evacuated, but there could be more unrest. Here’s what to know.
Death Toll in Peru Protests Rises as New Leader Struggles for Control
Two government ministers resigned after the new president, Dina Boluarte, deployed the military to crack down on the demonstrations that have convulsed the country.
Peru President Castillo Ousted and Arrested After Moving to Dissolve Congress
Ahead of an impeachment vote by Congress, Pedro Castillo tried to dissolve the government and seize power. The attempt ended with his ouster and arrest.
‘Allinllachu.’ Google Translate Adds Quechua to Its Platform.
The addition of one of the most widely spoken Indigenous languages in the Americas could help public servants and health workers connect with their communities. (And by the way, “allinllachu” means hello.)
Covid-19 has been a leading cause of maternal deaths in Latin America, a W.H.O. official says.
Officials say pregnant women in the region face an elevated risk of developing severe disease from a coronavirus infection.
People Should Keep Wearing Masks in Public, W.H.O. Officials Say
Masks have been proven to be highly effective at reducing coronavirus transmission when used properly, according to the W.H.O.
People Should Keep Wearing Masks in Public, W.H.O. Officials Say
Masks have been proven to be highly effective at reducing coronavirus transmission when used properly, according to the W.H.O.