Stories about Peru from March, 2016
Suspected of Buying Votes, Peru’s Presidential Frontrunner Gets to Stay in the Race
The Special Electorate Jury of Lima has dismissed a request to exclude from Peru's presidential race the most controversial candidate, Keiko Fujimori, leading to a national legitimacy crisis.
Look Out, Daughter of Peru’s Former Dictator. Protesters Don’t Want You Running for President.
Throughout all the campaign, Keiko Fujimori's leading position was unquestionable, but things started to change as the authoritarian governing style of her father returned to Peruvians' memory.
When in Need, Some Peruvians Pray to Unofficial Saints
Although the Roman Catholic Church has not officially recognized them, folk saints like Sarita Colonia and Chacalón have large followings in Peru.
The Amazonian City of Pucallpa Has Been Protesting For Days, but Peru's Media Isn't Taking Notice
"Sixth day of regional strike in Pucallpa and there isn't one news story in the Sunday programmes."
Let’s Tour the Lima and Mexico City of Yesteryear
Some images make us travel to periods and places considered other people's memories; but thanks to images shared online, you can travel in time and space to Lima and Mexico.