Topic: Peru
What is Perucetus colossus?
In a groundbreaking discovery, paleontologists have unearthed the fossilized remains of a massive ancient creature that roamed the coastal waters a staggering 40 million years ago. This newly...
Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Peru has recently declared a state of national emergency in response to a significant increase in Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) cases. GBS is a rare neurological disorder in which...
Peru Crisis: Protests Turn Deadly
Peru is currently facing its worst outbreak of violence in over 20 years, as clashes between security forces and protesters have left at least 40 people dead. The...
Peru Environmental Emergency
Peru is a South American country. The Government of Peru recently declared an environmental emergency due to oil spill. The emergency is to last for 90 – days!...
Pedro Castillo: Peru’s new president-elect
Pedro Castillo has been announced as Peru’s new president-elect, six weeks after a polarising vote in which, Keliko Fujimori, Castillo’s right wing rival, had alleged electoral fraud. ...
Miss Universe 2020
Andrea Meza of Mexico was crowned the Miss Universe, 2020. The 69th edition of Miss Universe was held on May 16, 2021 in Florida, United States. It was...
Why did the Peruvian President Manuel Merino resign?
On November 15, 2020, the Peruvian President Manuel Merino was forced out of power (meaning forced to resign). What is the issue? On November 9, 2020, Martin Vizcarra,...
UNESCO World Heritage Site in Peru: Giant Cat Drawing found
The Peruvian archaeologists have uncovered a 37 metre long cat on the famous Nazca lines of Peru. It is a world known UNESCO Heritage site. Key highlights The...
Former UN Secretary-General Javier Perez de Cuellar passes away
Former United Nations Secretary-General Javier Perez de Cuellar recently passed away at the age of 100, in his native country Peru. The veteran diplomat served as United Nations Secretary General...
