Thousands of buses ground to a halt in Peru's capital Lima on Thursday in an unusual protest against extortion from gangs, a racket that has become the bane of citizens' existence in Latin America.

Peru's government on Thursday declared a 60-day state of emergency in districts around Lima to fight a rise in crime, the nation's prime minister said, as striking bus drivers strangled traffic in a ...

Bus drivers in Peru's capital Lima went on a strike Thursday to protest a wave of robberies and extortions by criminal gangs.

The chile turned up in almost every dish, bringing a sly kick to stir-fried tenderloin and potatoes engulfed in two cheese sauces; a faint sweetness to counter the salty funk of sharp cheese in ají de ...

The experience in Lima wasn’t just about improving personal bests, but also about sharing a human experience with other ...

A South Korean businessman was kidnapped in Peru and rescued within a day, leading the Korean community to reevaluate their ...

Pope Francis has taken the unusual decision to expel 10 people from a troubled Catholic movement in Peru after a Vatican ...

A Korean national who was kidnapped in Peru has been safely rescued, the foreign ministry said Thursday. The man, abducted by ...

Tamara Feinstein’s carefully researched text offers a comprehensive map of the rise and demise of the Left in Peru.

Peru's central bank expects that the Andean nation's economy will grow 3.1% this year and a further 3.0% in 2025, it said in ...

Lima is split up into 43 distritos (districts), which can be overwhelming for a newcomer to navigate. But travelers can find all the main attractions, as well as lodging, dining and nightlife ...

Be mindful that Easter and other religious holidays are considered national holidays in Peru, so some shops and restaurants may be closed. Key Events: Winter in Lima is characterized by overcast ...