Peru decides its future in elections while the world moves forward with major infrastructure projects
This weekend, Peru is experiencing a historic moment with the second round of the 2026 presidential elections. The process officially began abroad, where Peruvians living in New Zealand were the first to vote in the cities of Wellington and Auckland. Within the national territory, citizens are eagerly awaiting the exit poll results, which will be published starting at 5:00 p.m. to provide the first projections of the election day.
Faced with this important democratic event, authorities have explained what happens with blank or null votes. Although some citizens choose these options to show their dissatisfaction, in practice, these votes do not help the candidates nor do they directly annul the elections. It is essential for voters to understand how their decision influences the final count before heading to the polls this Sunday.
In the international arena, two major engineering projects aimed at improving transportation stand out. Egypt has inaugurated the world's longest driverless monorail, an impressive work connecting Cairo with the New Administrative Capital through the desert. On the other hand, Turkey has begun construction of the Istanbul Canal, a 45-kilometer waterway that will link two seas to facilitate maritime trade and reduce traffic in the Bosphorus Strait.
In the field of history and science, a group of underwater archaeologists has achieved a fascinating discovery. They have mapped an ancient city that was submerged under a lake following a strong earthquake in the early 15th century. Researchers found remains of walls, public buildings, and a cemetery, allowing for a better understanding of this city that was a key point on the trade routes of the past.
Regarding public services in Lima, there is important news for transportation and home users. Line 1 of the Lima and Callao Metro will increase the frequency of its trips at specific times to reduce waiting times at stations. However, the population is asked to take precautions for Monday, June 8, as several districts in East Lima will suffer a water cut of up to 15 hours due to maintenance work.
Finally, in local and entertainment news, journalist Alexandra Horler has expressed her concern regarding safety in the Surco district. Horler denounced that unmaintained palm trees represent a danger to neighbors and her own family. Likewise, presenter Yaco Eskenazi recently revealed the reasons why he left the program ‘La granja VIP’, confessing that he could not stand the difficult living conditions within the reality show.