Stories about Peru from January, 2016
Think Twice Before You Insult Peruvian Food
Peruvians can be protective of their national cuisine. Radio Ambulante's Daniel Alarcón spoke with two people who dared to speak their mind about the food, with very different results.
Meet Luisa Revilla, the First Transgender Woman to Make It Into Peruvian Politics
Luisa has made history. She is unwittingly part of a group of transgender women who are taking on roles in a media cabinet and occupying political offices in Latin America.
Two Separate Acts of Kindness Demonstrate the Best of Humanity in Peru
"Thanks, Brando, because without knowing you weren't just returning a wallet... you were returning hope to the country!!"
Matt Damon Was Right. NASA Is Studying Peruvian Potatoes for Possible Farming on Mars
There are 4,500 varieties of potato in Peru, whose International Potato Center has been tasked with helping NASA find the best one for potential farming on Mars.
Traditional Pre-Hispanic Peruvian Dance Declared Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO
Wititi is the most characteristic cultural expression of the people that live in the River Colca valley, in Arequipa, Peru.
