Clontarf Energy could earn up to €220,000 out of a 3% stake in a Peruvian exploration block following an agreement between Rurelec and Peru Oil and Gas.

A group of archaeologists found a pre-Columbian tomb containing well-preserved human remains, ceramics and jewelry near Peru’s northern coast that could shed new light on the ancient Moche Indian culture.

A powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of seven hit northern Peru early today, cutting power and phone services.

Peru was today rushing aid to its southern cities and towns after a 7.9-magnitude earthquake toppled homes and killed at least 71 people, leaving thousands too terrified to return home amid recurring aftershocks.