International observers dispute President Nicolas Maduro's claim of electoral victory.

The US has rejected Nicolas Maduro’s victory claim, recognising his opponent as President.

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Sebastian Marset has run one of the largest drug-trafficking schemes in South America.

Come face-to-face with a beast from the east.

Peru gave the world cocaine, chocolate and the humble spud.

Bolivia has been trying to destigmatise the plant, which is used to make cocaine.

'Exceptional' US growth highlighted as bank’s latest outlook marks an increase.

Violence in parts of the country was top of mind as people stepped into voting booths.

Local Peruvian women from the Awamaki business initiative visit Machu Picchu for first time. Video / Thomas Bywater

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Sprawling multi-year conspiracy involved recruiting couriers to transport her handbags.

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Reports say a small boat full of decomposing corpses was spotted by fishermen.

Mercy Ships specialises in free, life-changing surgeries for people in need.

Con artists come in all shapes and sizes.

Sebastian Piñera's passengers leapt from the aircraft while he wrestled with the controls.

Noises similar to gunshots could be heard in the background.

Officers decided it was time to check who's been naughty and nice.

The pair have chosen to part ways as they end their romance on a high note.

Ongoing visa issues have made NZ experience "painful and stressful" for migrant workers.

Penguins, whales and polar icebergs were to be expected. A pint of porter was not.

The 166-strong herd are descendants of animals brought there from Africa by Escobar.

Construction workers were left clinging to cables at a high-rise building development.