Joran van der Sloot, convicted of killing Stephany Flores and Natalee Holloway, attempted suicide in a maximum-security Peruvian prison. Read the full report on his condition and shocking confession.
BBC viewers were left fuming as the Strictly Come Dancing spin-off was pushed back twice due to overrunning coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw. Get the full story on the scheduling clash and England's challenging group.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Shocking report reveals mercury contamination devastating Amazon rainforest and indigenous communities, with Catholic Church demanding urgent government action.
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.
Exclusive interview with Ralf Little and Will Mellor as they reunite to reminisce about the iconic BBC sitcom 'Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps', its lasting legacy, and the special bond that has endured for over two decades.
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.
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.