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Gordon Ramsay learns to prepare mole using cacao from Reyna Mendoza, the queen of cacao, in Oaxaca, Mexico, a city known for its culinary traditions.
In Huarmey, Peru, fishers like Purunga navigate dangerous cliffs to catch seafood, highlighting the extreme risks taken for their families' survival.
Eighteen tons of bananas are collected by Ignacio and his team during a 20-hour round trip through the challenging terrain of the Vraem region.
More than 100,000 people are employed by the Sinaloan cartel, which has become the most powerful drug trafficking organization in the world.
Jaime Araoz Chacon supports and represents indigenous communities in the Andes, capturing their essence through art while highlighting Peru's rich culture and landscapes.
In Lima, Anthony Bourdain and chef Eric Ripert explore Peru's culinary scene, visiting chef Kokke Osion and engaging with farmers in the Andes about rare wild cocoa.
Each year, over 3,000 people die on the dangerous roads of the Andes Cordillera, where drivers like Juan Carlos transport goods through treacherous terrain.
Colombia, the birthplace of the global narcotics industry, is examined through the experiences of Special Forces soldier Jason Fox as he meets those involved in cocaine trafficking.
Cocaine Valley in Peru produces hundreds of tonnes of cocaine annually, much of which ends up in the UK.
Géraud Burin des Rosiers attempts to hunt crocodiles with his bare hands and confronts venomous snakes in the Amazon rainforest.
Jaime Araoz Chacon has spent over 20 years documenting the living cultural treasures of Andean villages in Peru.
Andrés Ruzo, a Explorer, investigates the legendary boiling river of the Amazon, inspired by his grandfather's tales from Peru.
25% of the world's artwork is found in Florence, Italy, home to the Uffizi Gallery and a rich history of Renaissance artists.
The Pyramids of Giza, Tikal, and other iconic sites like Wadi Rum and Cuzco are explored for their architectural marvels and cultural significance.
On August 21, 1911, an Italian mason named Vincenzo Perugia stole the Mona Lisa from the Louvre, leading to a two-year search for the missing painting.
Seven wonders of the modern world, including the Coliseum in Rome and the Temple of Ta Prohm in Cambodia, are explored for their architectural and cultural significance.
In Peru, actor Robson Green competes in five fishing challenges against local experts, showcasing the country's vibrant fishing culture and his passion for the sport.
Gold extraction reveals the stark contrast between large mining companies and small-scale miners, highlighting environmental and human rights issues in the industry.
Krishnan Guru-Murthy reveals Peru's animal smugglers and Venezuela's drug crisis in this documentary.
27,000 farmers in Peru have transitioned from coca to alternative crops, earning an average of $500 a month with support from the United Nations.
Father Marco Arana fights against the Yanacocha mine amid threats and violence.
Every summer, the Miss International Queen pageant attracts contestants from around the world, providing a platform for trans women to advocate for their rights.
Coca production in the triple border region of Peru, Colombia, and Brazil increased by 73% from 2012 to 2013, raising concerns among local authorities.
China's maca demand surges, impacting Peruvian farmers and leading to bio-piracy concerns.
On September 6, 2015, 24-year-old Matt Dawson-Clarke's family learned he died during an ayahuasca retreat in Peru, prompting an investigation into the risks of this unregulated industry.
In the Romanova zona of the Amazonas, the FL Cruces community, led by prophet Ezekiel Arthur KUSI, faces challenges as coca cultivation flourishes in Peru.
Paul Greenberg investigates what fish to eat for health and sustainability in this FRONTLINE special.
The Amazonian Manatee Rescue Center in Iquitos, Peru, cares for orphaned baby manatees.
45% of current jobs could disappear due to technological advancements, raising concerns about the future of work and job security.
Six dancers sell donated clothing at a market to fund their travel and performance costs before a show at Lima's national theater.
Steve House and Marko Prezelj climb a new route on Cayesh in June 2005.
Over two years, Explorers Thomas Peschak, Fernando Trujillo, Thiago Silva, and Julia Tavares studied the Amazon River Basin across six countries.
David, a truck driver in Peru, navigates perilous roads to deliver goods to remote communities, highlighting the essential role of transport in the country's economy.
About 2,000 Paraguayans can trace their ancestry to a group of 500 Australian settlers who migrated to Paraguay in the 1890s seeking a new life.
In the jungles of Peru, Parker Schnabel searches for virgin ground, inspired by his grandfather John Schnabel, as part of the Gold Rush series.
300,000 Peruvians were sterilised without consent during a government program in the 1990s, leaving many still seeking justice today.
Young Ukrainians from Kyiv rebuild homes in villages devastated by Russian occupation.
Caretakers at the Amazonian Manatee Rescue Center in Iquitos, Peru, care for orphaned manatees.
Lyle and Stephanie Kercher discuss the reinstated guilty verdicts of Amanda Knox and Raffaele Sollecito.
Illegal dolphin killings in Peru, linked to fishing practices, prompt outrage from Environment Minister Manuel Pulgar and highlight urgent conservation needs.
Peru struggles with the lambda variant, having buried more COVID-19 victims than any country.
Los Saicos from Lima claim to be the original punk band, predating New York and London.
Mexican politicians see mummified alien corpses claimed by journalist Jaime Maussan.
Two British women plead guilty to drug smuggling in Peru, hoping for reduced sentences.
Roads in Cusco are blocked as protests against President Dina Boluarte escalate, with demonstrators demanding her resignation and a new constitution.
This generation faces a 15% drop in U.S. birth rates amid the fight against coronavirus.
Tonga's volcanic eruption cuts off communications and causes global tsunami warnings.
The Divergence between the Pacific Alliance countries-Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and Chile-and the Mercosur nations, including Brazil and Argentina, highlights contrasting economic growth dynamics in Latin America.
