Duchess Sophie faces 'terrifying' spider in Peru jungle
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.
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Sophie tours historic UK-built gunboat in Peru
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.
Peru bus crash kills 37 in ravine plunge
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.
Hurricane Damage and President's Release: Friday's Top Photos
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.
Ancient civilisation's climate survival secrets revealed
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 severs diplomatic relations with Mexico
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 recalls ambassador from Mexico in diplomatic crisis
Peru has dramatically withdrawn its ambassador from Mexico in a deepening diplomatic crisis, accusing Mexico of repeatedly interfering in its internal affairs by granting political asylum to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.
Pregnant Brit faces 12 years in Peru prison
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.
Kenya protests turn deadly as parliament stormed
Nairobi witnesses violent clashes as Kenyan youth lead nationwide demonstrations against new tax legislation, resulting in multiple fatalities and parliamentary breach.
Peruvian MP in pedicure scandal during official meeting
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.
British drug mule Bella Culley's 11-year Peru prison ordeal
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.
Peru declares emergency as youth protests turn violent
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.
Peru deploys military against violent crime wave
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.
Peru's guano miners: Life harvesting 'white gold'
Stunning photographic essay reveals the harsh reality of workers harvesting seabird droppings from treacherous Pacific islands for global agriculture.
Peru Declares Emergency Amid Widespread Protests
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.
Police and protesters clash violently outside Peru Congress
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.
Peru's unpopular president removed amid gang crisis
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.
Amazon Mercury Crisis: Church Exposes Environmental Catastrophe
Shocking report reveals mercury contamination devastating Amazon rainforest and indigenous communities, with Catholic Church demanding urgent government action.
Bishop's 17 secret lovers exposed after mistresses fight
A Peruvian bishop's double life unravels spectacularly after his legion of lovers began fighting over him, with a cleaning lady exposing his 17-strong harem of secret mistresses in a shocking church scandal.
Mass Anti-Israel Protests Erupt Across UK Cities
Major UK cities including London, Manchester and Glasgow witness large-scale protests against Israeli military action, with heightened police presence deployed across multiple locations.
Morocco protests turn deadly as police open fire
Moroccan cities erupt in violence as security forces fire live ammunition on demonstrators, marking the first deaths in escalating youth-led protests against government policies and economic conditions.
Greece hit by major general strike disrupting transport and services
Mass walkouts across Greece disrupt transport, close schools and public services in major protest against working conditions and new employment legislation.
US Universities Close Amid Violent Pro-Palestine Protests
American universities including Columbia and USC face unprecedented closures as pro-Palestinian demonstrations turn violent, prompting mass arrests and campus lockdowns across the country.
Clashes erupt at pro-Palestinian protests across Italy
Violence erupts across Italy during mass demonstrations in solidarity with Palestine, resulting in police confrontations and arrests in Rome, Milan, and Turin.
Melbourne Protest Policing Costs Soar Past $25 Million
Exclusive figures reveal the staggering $25.6 million price tag for policing months of pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Melbourne, as Victoria Police deploys thousands of officers and overtime surges.
Paris Police Fire Tear Gas on Striking Protesters
Riot police in Paris have fired tear gas and used force to disperse striking protesters, as tensions over economic reforms boil over into the streets. Shocking footage captures the chaotic scenes.
Sally Rooney supports Palestine Action in UK
Normal People author Sally Rooney has publicly endorsed Palestine Action, the direct-action group targeting Israeli defence company Elbit Systems' UK operations. The literary star's support signals growing cultural backing for the movement.
France Erupts: Million-Strong 'Day of Rage' Against Macron
France is gripped by widespread fury as nearly a million citizens take to the streets in a massive 'Day of Rage', clashing violently with police in protests against President Macron's policies.
Tourists Trapped at Machu Picchu Amid Violent Protests
Hundreds of tourists, including Britons, are trapped at Machu Picchu after furious local protests against a new privatised ticketing system block all transport out of the ancient Inca citadel.
Tourists stranded as Peru protests shut down Machu Picchu
Hundreds of tourists are stranded in and around the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu after violent protests in Peru forced a sudden closure of the iconic site and halted all rail travel, sparking a major travel crisis.
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