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Latest News in Peru / Archive for Top
Top | 19 May, 2006 [ 10:17 ]
Drivers Beware: Speed Traps in Lima!
Lima police is enforcing speed limits by using radar guns in several crucial locations. If caught, you will have to pay a fine of S/.340 ( U.S. $100 approx.)
The following list of speed traps was provided from two different sources and confirmed by various informants and witnesses.
Lima
- Av. Del Ejercito cuadra 7, Miraflores.
- Av. Javier Prado altura Av. Guardia Civil.
- Av. Mateo Pumacahua altura Parque Zonal.
- Av. Tupac Amaru altura Av. Los Alisos.
- Av. Universitaria cuadra 40. - Carretera Central Km 25.
- Pantanos de Villa altura ex Planta Luchetti.
- Costa Verde altura Grifo Repsol.
- Puente Piedra altura Peaje.
Callao
- Av. Argentina cuadra 30.
- Av. Buenos Aires con Av. Guardia Chalaca.
- Av. Colonial cuadra 21 y 51.
- Av. Faucett con Av. Olavide.
- Av. Faucett cuadra 20, 29 y 37.
- Av. Guardia Chalaca cuadra 7.
- Av. Nestor Gambeta Km 2, 2.5, 7.5, 12, 14, 22 y 27.
- Av. Palacios cuadra 1.
- Av. Saenz Pena con Av. Vigil.Av. Saenz Peña con Av. Vigil.
- Av. Santa Rosa cuadra 8.
- Av. Tomas Valle con Av. Pacasmayo.
- Av. Venezuela cuadra 8.
- Av. Vigil cuadra 5.
Top | 17 May, 2006 [ 11:44 ]
Archaeologists, from the Augusto N. Wiese foundation led by Régulo Franco Jordán, have discovered the mummified remains of a female Moche ruler that dates back approximately 1,700 years. The discovery was made in the Huaca de Cao in the Northern Peruvian department of La Libertad. This is on my the most significant finds since the discovery of Sr. de Sipán.
The remains of this powerful woman were discovered in excellent condition. With the remains in near perfect condition observers were able to see a large number of tattoos of serpents and spiders that reinforced the mystical character of this person. For the discoverer of the site the fact that she had tattoos of these figures provides further evidence that she was a shaman of had some type of divine powers. In the ancient Andean cultures these animals were associated with the fertility of the land. The clothing of this Señora de Cao, as she is being called, was made of gold and silver. Various other adornments were found with her such as crowns, necklaces and earrings that demonstrated the power that this woman had.
The state of preservation of the body is so impressive that it is being compared to the mummy that was found on Ampato in Arequipa. For the archaeologists there are two factors for why the body was in such good conditions. One being the tomb was in the intermediate level of the Huaca de Cao. Being at a lower level the mummy was spared the damaging effects of the humidity and rain. The second being the use of a mineral called cinnabar, which functioned as a mild poison and repellent that kept bacteria away from the body.
Investigations are still being conducted as to the cause of her death, which occurred when she was between 20-25 years old. They are speculating that it might have something to do with the fact that she was pregnant during the time of her death.
Woman Mummy Discovered
Archaeologists, from the Augusto N. Wiese foundation led by Régulo Franco Jordán, have discovered the mummified remains of a female Moche ruler that dates back approximately 1,700 years. The discovery was made in the Huaca de Cao in the Northern Peruvian department of La Libertad. This is on my the most significant finds since the discovery of Sr. de Sipán.
The remains of this powerful woman were discovered in excellent condition. With the remains in near perfect condition observers were able to see a large number of tattoos of serpents and spiders that reinforced the mystical character of this person. For the discoverer of the site the fact that she had tattoos of these figures provides further evidence that she was a shaman of had some type of divine powers. In the ancient Andean cultures these animals were associated with the fertility of the land. The clothing of this Señora de Cao, as she is being called, was made of gold and silver. Various other adornments were found with her such as crowns, necklaces and earrings that demonstrated the power that this woman had.
The state of preservation of the body is so impressive that it is being compared to the mummy that was found on Ampato in Arequipa. For the archaeologists there are two factors for why the body was in such good conditions. One being the tomb was in the intermediate level of the Huaca de Cao. Being at a lower level the mummy was spared the damaging effects of the humidity and rain. The second being the use of a mineral called cinnabar, which functioned as a mild poison and repellent that kept bacteria away from the body.
Investigations are still being conducted as to the cause of her death, which occurred when she was between 20-25 years old. They are speculating that it might have something to do with the fact that she was pregnant during the time of her death.
Top | 15 May, 2006 [ 11:48 ]
Last evening Alan García accepted Ollanta Humala’s proposal for a debate on Sunday, May 21. , “A Sunday seems to be a better day to me as it will allow more people to watch than a weekday”, said Humala.
Humala made the announcement on the show “Cuarto Poder” and shortly thereafter García accepted the proposed date for the debate. García did call into RPP (a radio station) to say that “It does not seem loyal or proper for Humala to say that I am impeding the process”.
With the date set only a few details remain to be ironed out. APRA, the party of Alan García, has proposed that the topics for the debate cover: job creation, education, health, security and Peru´s place in the world.
Candidates Will Debate
Last evening Alan García accepted Ollanta Humala’s proposal for a debate on Sunday, May 21. , “A Sunday seems to be a better day to me as it will allow more people to watch than a weekday”, said Humala.
Humala made the announcement on the show “Cuarto Poder” and shortly thereafter García accepted the proposed date for the debate. García did call into RPP (a radio station) to say that “It does not seem loyal or proper for Humala to say that I am impeding the process”.
With the date set only a few details remain to be ironed out. APRA, the party of Alan García, has proposed that the topics for the debate cover: job creation, education, health, security and Peru´s place in the world.
Top | 12 May, 2006 [ 11:50 ]
In a friendly football match between the leaders of the EU and Latin America it was Peru’s President Alejandro Toledo who was the player of the match. In a game that ended in a 7-7 draw Toledo scored two goals and wowed the crowd with a high level of football ability.
Toledo was supported by a vocal group of Peruvians, including congressman and other government advisors. At the end of the match Toledo was given a standing ovation by his supporters.
Toledo Shines in Europe
In a friendly football match between the leaders of the EU and Latin America it was Peru’s President Alejandro Toledo who was the player of the match. In a game that ended in a 7-7 draw Toledo scored two goals and wowed the crowd with a high level of football ability.
Toledo was supported by a vocal group of Peruvians, including congressman and other government advisors. At the end of the match Toledo was given a standing ovation by his supporters.
Top | 5 May, 2006 [ 11:07 ]
According to a recent poll released by Datum, conducted between April 29 and May 1, Alan García leads Ollanta Humala 56% to 44%. Based on prior polls it appears that the remarks made by Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez have aided García to gain a couple of percentage points.
Those polled also indicated that they do not perceive that Humala has any key strength as a candidate while García was identified as a candidate who expresses himself and his opinions well. When asked about the candidates weakness those polled said that Humala is violent and aggressive while 32% found fault with García’s previous term as president.
Poll Shows García in Front
According to a recent poll released by Datum, conducted between April 29 and May 1, Alan García leads Ollanta Humala 56% to 44%. Based on prior polls it appears that the remarks made by Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez have aided García to gain a couple of percentage points.
Those polled also indicated that they do not perceive that Humala has any key strength as a candidate while García was identified as a candidate who expresses himself and his opinions well. When asked about the candidates weakness those polled said that Humala is violent and aggressive while 32% found fault with García’s previous term as president.
Top | 28 April, 2006 [ 11:30 ]
The three largest transport syndicates in Lima all expressed different opinions about the possibility of increased fares due to higher oil prices.
Omar Calderón, of Asetum, stated that there is “no other option” that we can use, and suggested an increase of 50% in the fares, which would bring many fares up to S/. 1.50. He added that with this increase the transport companies would be able to cover their operating costs.
Another representative, Jaime Delgado, president of the Peruvian Association of Users and Consumers (Aspec) called the proposal of Calderón “unjustifiable” and maybe “illegal” and that the bad service offered by the transport companies does not justify such an increase.
Leaders from other syndicates acknowledged that increase prices will not accomplish anything. José Luis Díaz, president of the Association of Urban Transport Companies of Peru, stated that they only way that they transport companies can reduce their costs is by forming consortiums and taking advantage of bulk purchasing.
Transport Costs May/May Not Increase
The three largest transport syndicates in Lima all expressed different opinions about the possibility of increased fares due to higher oil prices.
Omar Calderón, of Asetum, stated that there is “no other option” that we can use, and suggested an increase of 50% in the fares, which would bring many fares up to S/. 1.50. He added that with this increase the transport companies would be able to cover their operating costs.
Another representative, Jaime Delgado, president of the Peruvian Association of Users and Consumers (Aspec) called the proposal of Calderón “unjustifiable” and maybe “illegal” and that the bad service offered by the transport companies does not justify such an increase.
Leaders from other syndicates acknowledged that increase prices will not accomplish anything. José Luis Díaz, president of the Association of Urban Transport Companies of Peru, stated that they only way that they transport companies can reduce their costs is by forming consortiums and taking advantage of bulk purchasing.
Top | 28 April, 2006 [ 11:26 ]
Nearly four years after a fire killed 29 young people in the Utopía disco its manager, Percy North, was found guilty of homicide. The sentence was stronger than was expected as attorneys for the victims were asking for an eight year prison term.
As North was the manager of the disco he knew that it did not have any fire extinguishers in working order, properly indicated escape routes, an emergency exit, or a working fire hose.
One of the parents of the victims, Martha Icochea, said that “We are not happy, we are satisfied”.
In addition to the fifteen years of prison will have to pay civil reparations of S/. 250 thousand to each of the victims families and S/. 50 thousand to each of the victims who were severely injured.
Disco Owner Sentenced
Nearly four years after a fire killed 29 young people in the Utopía disco its manager, Percy North, was found guilty of homicide. The sentence was stronger than was expected as attorneys for the victims were asking for an eight year prison term.
As North was the manager of the disco he knew that it did not have any fire extinguishers in working order, properly indicated escape routes, an emergency exit, or a working fire hose.
One of the parents of the victims, Martha Icochea, said that “We are not happy, we are satisfied”.
In addition to the fifteen years of prison will have to pay civil reparations of S/. 250 thousand to each of the victims families and S/. 50 thousand to each of the victims who were severely injured.
Top | 27 April, 2006 [ 11:14 ]
The Congressional Justice and Human Rights Commission unanimously approved in increase in the maximum sentence for kidnapping from 15 to 30 years. The old law established a prison term of between 10 to 15 years.
The president of the legislative group, Maruicio Mulder, stated that the group was following the wishes of the people, “that ask for better legislation and the decision of the commission was following this reality”. For his part the legislator Gilberto Díaz stated that judges should prioritize kidnapping cases because, when the process is delayed, the kidnappers are released from prison and kidnap again.
Harsher Punishment for Kidnappers
The Congressional Justice and Human Rights Commission unanimously approved in increase in the maximum sentence for kidnapping from 15 to 30 years. The old law established a prison term of between 10 to 15 years.
The president of the legislative group, Maruicio Mulder, stated that the group was following the wishes of the people, “that ask for better legislation and the decision of the commission was following this reality”. For his part the legislator Gilberto Díaz stated that judges should prioritize kidnapping cases because, when the process is delayed, the kidnappers are released from prison and kidnap again.
Top | 26 April, 2006 [ 13:05 ]
During his visit to the city of Trujillo in the Northern part of Peru, the presidential candidate Ollanta Humala visited the tomb of Víctor Raúl Haya de la Torre, who was the founder of the political party APRA. According to Humala he wanted to give homage to the tomb of this man, whom he considers a great Peruvian, though the supporters of Alan García and members of the APRA party considered this action as a provocation.
In the fight there were thrown stones eggs and avocados, Humala answered that no one will intimidate them and they will continue visiting the Northern part of Peru, which is historically supporter of the APRA party.
Fights between supporters of Humala and García
During his visit to the city of Trujillo in the Northern part of Peru, the presidential candidate Ollanta Humala visited the tomb of Víctor Raúl Haya de la Torre, who was the founder of the political party APRA. According to Humala he wanted to give homage to the tomb of this man, whom he considers a great Peruvian, though the supporters of Alan García and members of the APRA party considered this action as a provocation.
In the fight there were thrown stones eggs and avocados, Humala answered that no one will intimidate them and they will continue visiting the Northern part of Peru, which is historically supporter of the APRA party.
Top | 25 April, 2006 [ 10:49 ]
Ex-President Alan García maintained his lead over Lourdes Flores and is almost assured to join Ollanta Humala in the second round of presidential voting.
The official report confirmed that with nearly 99% of the votes counted Humala has 30.7% of the votes, García 24.3% and Flores 23.7%. The difference in votes between García and Flores is approximately 78,000.
García Close to Runoff
Ex-President Alan García maintained his lead over Lourdes Flores and is almost assured to join Ollanta Humala in the second round of presidential voting.
The official report confirmed that with nearly 99% of the votes counted Humala has 30.7% of the votes, García 24.3% and Flores 23.7%. The difference in votes between García and Flores is approximately 78,000.
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