Peruvian rainforest defender killed returning from environmental workshop
Quinto Inuma Alvarado was shot three times in the back and once in the head, his son said.
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Archaeologists discover mummies of children that may be at least 1,000 years old
The mummies were found in what is now one of the oldest neighborhoods in Lima, in what was used as a sacred ceremonial space.
Experts reconstruct face of teen Inca girl sacrificed over 500 years ago
A team of scientists has unveiled the possible living face of the "Inca Ice Maiden," Peru's most famous mummy.
Newly discovered ancient whale could be "heaviest animal ever"
A newly studied species of ancient whale might be the heaviest animal ever found.
Archaeologists find buried mummy next to soccer field in Peru
Mummies and other pre-Hispanic remains have been found in unusual places in the city.
Main suspect in Natalee Holloway case arrives in U.S. to face charges
Joran van der Sloot has been transferred temporarily into U.S. custody from a Peruvian prison, where he's serving a 28-year sentence for another woman's murder.
Natalee Holloway suspect to challenge extradition to U.S., lawyer says
Holloway was 18 when she was last seen during a trip with classmates to Aruba. She was last seen leaving a bar with Joran van der Sloot.
Police seize cocaine packets adorned with Nazi flags, Hitler's name
The drugs were hidden inside a shipping container carrying asparagus.
New frog species with "groins of fire" discovered in Amazon
One of the researchers who found the frog said his immediate reaction was "Bloody hell!"
Joran van der Sloot to be extradited to U.S.
Joran van der Sloot, the prime suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Natalie Holloway in Aruba, will be extradited to the U.S. from Peru to face charges that he attempted to extort Holloway's family. He is currently serving a 28-year prison sentence in Peru for the 2010 murder of a different woman, 21-year-old Stephany Flores. Elaine Quijano has more.
Suspect in Natalee Holloway disappearance to be extradited to U.S.
Van der Sloot, a Dutch national from Aruba, is currently serving a 28-year sentence in Peru for the murder of a different woman.
Woman detained in connection to deaths of NYU students in Puerto Rico
Police confirmed to CBS News that Marangelys Mclat Claudio, 31, has been detained.
Fire deep in a gold mine kills almost 30 workers in Peru
The company operating the mine in southern Peru said 175 overnight shift workers were evacuated safely, but at least 27 died.
Archeologists find centuries-old mummy in Peru
The child would have lived about 800 years ago, and could have belonged to the Lima or Ichma civilizations, archeologists said.
Peruvian police find man with ancient mummy
Peruvian police found a man with a centuries-old mummy in his cooler bag. He said the mummy is his "spiritual girlfriend" — named Juanita — who sleeps in his bedroom.
Man found with ancient mummy in his delivery cooler bag
The man who was in possession of the mummy – which officials believe to be 600-800 years old – said it sleeps in his bedroom with him and that he takes care of it.
At least 25 die in Peru when bus plunges off cliff
Traffic accidents are common along Peru's narrow roadways and steep cliffs.
Police in Peru raid university amid protests
Peruvian police raided a university in the capital, Lima, over the weekend, to detain protesters taking part in anti-government demonstrations. Jacob Kessler, a freelance journalist based in Peru, joins CBS News to discuss the latest.
Peru police use tear gas to block protesters from marching
People are pouring into Peru's capital for a protest against President Dina Boluarte.
Violence continues to plague Peru
About 50 people have died in Peru amid protests over the former president's removal and arrest last month. Christina Ruffini has more on why the violence continues.
Deadly protests in Peru prompt closure of popular tourist hub airport
Dozens have died across the country as supporters of Peru's ousted former president demand new elections, a new congress and a new constitution.
What's behind the deadly protests in Peru
At least 48 people have been killed since anti-government protests in Peru began last month. Santiago Gomez, a reporter with Latina, joined CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett to talk about what's fueling the protests.
Dozens killed in protests against Peru's government as unrest continues
The unrest began in early December following the arrest of ousted former President Pedro Castillo.
Protests, violent clashes break out in Peru
Peru's Congress is set on Tuesday to consider holding early elections in the face of nationwide unrest. The country plunged into protests earlier this month after its president was impeached and arrested. Freelance journalist Jacob Kessler discussed what it's like on the ground.
15 dead in Peru protest clashes over fate of jailed, ousted president
Castillo's supporters have held daily protests across the country despite a state of emergency decree allowing the military to join law enforcement operations.
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