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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Nordic Countries Back Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Move

Officials from Finland, Norway, Sweden, and Denmark spoke up after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open for ships. The statement followed a truce worked out in Lebanon, which paused a long-running dispute in the area. The Nordic leaders didn’t just cheer Iran’s words—they stressed that real peace

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Why Peru’s Election Count Is Stirring Up More Than Just Votes

Peru’s presidential race is stuck in a messy middle ground. The vote count is crawling, accusations of mistakes are flying, and the person in charge of running the election is facing calls to resign. Piero Corvetto, head of Peru’s electoral office, has become the center of controversy after logistic

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Peru’s Election: A Messy Race for a Nation on Edge

Peru’s next president will be chosen on Sunday, but voters are heading to the polls with little enthusiasm. Thirty-plus candidates are running, none close to the 50% needed to win outright, so a runoff on June 7 seems almost certain. Behind the crowded field lies years of political chaos—eight presi

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Peru’s crowded race for president in troubled times

Peru is holding its latest presidential election with 35 candidates running to lead a country that has cycled through eight presidents in a decade. The vote comes as violence and corruption dominate public frustration, pushing many voters to see politicians as untrustworthy. Crime has spiked sharply

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Mar 28 2026POLITICS

U. S. Plans Limited Iran Action Without Ground Forces

Officials in Washington believe they can handle Iran’s military threats without sending soldiers into combat. Speaking after meetings with global allies, a top diplomat said the U. S. expects to wrap up its campaign in weeks, not months. The focus is on weakening Iran’s ability to launch missiles an

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Mar 06 2026HEALTH

Children at Risk After Measles Exposure in Sacramento

Officials in Sacramento County are working hard to find everyone who might have caught measles at a recent school‑style event. A child who fell ill with the virus could have passed it to about 130 kids, according to the state health department. The gathering was described as an enrichment program, b

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Peru’s Quick‑Turn Presidency: New Leader Picks

Peruvian lawmakers are set to choose a new president after the sudden removal of José Jerí. The chosen candidate will serve only until July 28, when the winner of the April general election takes office. This short‑term role highlights Peru’s unstable political climate, where presidents are frequent

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

Peru's President in Hot Water Over Hidden Talks

Peru has seen its fair share of political drama. In the last ten years, the country has had seven different presidents, with none lasting more than three years in office. The latest president, José Jerí, who took over last October after his predecessor was impeached, might be next in line to leave.

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

Peru's Leader Faces Heat Over Secret Meetings with Chinese Businessman

Peru is in a bit of a mess lately. The country's president, Jose Jeri, is under fire for not being open about meetings with a Chinese businessman. This has sparked a big debate in Peru. Some people think it's just a way to make trouble for the president. Others think it's a serious issue. Jeri took

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Jan 20 2026POLITICS

Peru's President in Hot Water Over Secret Meetings

Peru's President Jose Jeri is in deep trouble. He met with a Chinese businessman twice without telling anyone. This has sparked a big debate in the country. People are questioning his honesty and whether he broke any rules. Jeri met with Zhihua Yang, a businessman who owns shops and has an energy p

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