From a politicised World Cup draw to a major Hollywood merger and a diplomatic fuel offer, here are the five biggest stories you missed on Friday 5th December 2025. Read the full briefing now.
Michigan Democrat Shri Thanedar files two articles of impeachment against Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing deadly narco-boat strikes and a classified information scandal. Read the full details.
A US teacher suffered a broken neck in a horrific Peru bike crash moments after a lightning bolt killed his friend. James Fernandez remains in critical condition as family faces huge medical bills.
Yuri Botelho, 36, died after being struck by lightning while descending a mountain near Machu Picchu. His friend was critically injured. A GoFundMe supports his family.
Peru declares a state of emergency on its southern border as Venezuelan migrants flee Chile amid rising anti-immigrant sentiment and political threats. Read the full analysis.
Former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo sentenced to 11.5 years for conspiracy. Read the full story on the political crisis and diplomatic fallout.
Former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo receives 11-year prison sentence for rebellion after attempting to dissolve Congress. Read the full story of his dramatic downfall.
Former Peruvian President Martín Vizcarra sentenced to 14 years in prison for taking bribes during his time as governor. Discover the full details of the corruption scandal.
In 1939, five-year-old Lina Medina became the world's youngest confirmed mother. Her extraordinary case remains one of medicine's greatest mysteries. Discover the untold story.
The Duchess of Edinburgh confronts her fears during a jungle trek in Peru, encountering the world's largest tarantula while on a 10-day diplomatic tour of South and Central America.
The Duchess of Edinburgh visits Peru, touring the historic BAP America gunboat built in Birkenhead and meeting indigenous women leaders. Discover the royal tour's focus on defence ties and environmental action.
At least 37 dead after a passenger bus falls 200m into a ravine in southern Peru. The tragic incident highlights the country's ongoing road safety crisis. Read the full report.
From the devastating trail of Hurricane Milton across Florida to the dramatic prison release of Peru's former president, witness Friday's most powerful visual stories that captured the world's attention.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez warns of dangerous political escalation as Marjorie Taylor Greene targets Republican colleagues who supported Trump's impeachment.
Groundbreaking archaeological research reveals how the Norte Chico civilisation of Peru adapted their society and agriculture to withstand catastrophic climate change, offering lessons for modern environmental challenges.
Peru has dramatically severed diplomatic relations with Mexico after the Mexican government granted asylum to Peru's former prime minister, escalating a bitter political dispute between the Latin American nations.
Peru has dramatically withdrawn its ambassador from Mexico in a deepening diplomatic crisis, accusing Mexico of repeatedly interfering in its internal affairs by granting political asylum to a former official.
Bella Hounsell, 23, from Gloucestershire, arrested at Lima airport with 3kg of cocaine while 12 weeks pregnant, claims she was forced into being a drug mule.
Former President Donald Trump's polling numbers show remarkable resilience despite facing impeachment proceedings over Ukraine and a partial government shutdown, confounding political analysts.
Republican-controlled Texas House to vote on impeaching Attorney General Ken Paxton following explosive corruption investigation involving bribery and abuse of office.
A Peruvian congresswoman has ignited public outrage after being photographed receiving a pedicure from her parliamentary adviser during a legislative session, raising serious questions about professionalism and misuse of public funds.
Bella Culley, 24, from County Durham, reveals her harrowing experience as a cocaine mule in Peru after being manipulated by a holiday romance. Now serving 11 years in prison, she shares her cautionary tale.
Peruvian government imposes 30-day state of emergency after massive youth-led protests turn violent in Lima. Gen Z demonstrators demand economic justice as police deploy tear gas and make arrests.
Peruvian armed forces join police patrols in Lima and Callao as government declares 60-day state of emergency to combat soaring homicide rates and organised crime.
Stunning photographic essay reveals the harsh reality of workers harvesting seabird droppings from treacherous Pacific islands for global agriculture.
Peruvian President José Jerí imposes 30-day state of emergency as violent protests sweep the nation, suspending constitutional rights and deploying military forces to restore order.
Violent clashes erupted outside Peru's Congress building as police used tear gas and water cannons against anti-government protesters demanding political reforms and economic justice.
Controversial Republican firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene launches scathing attack on male colleagues, accusing them of weakness and incompetence in stalled Biden impeachment proceedings.
Madagascar's political landscape transforms as parliament votes to impeach President Andry Rajoelina, sparking massive celebrations across Antananarivo amid ongoing anti-government protests.
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte has been removed from office following a dramatic court ruling, as the nation grapples with escalating gang violence and rock-bottom approval ratings.