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Nobel Prize origins

The creation of the Nobel Prize by Alfred Nobel and its historical origins.

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Jan 29, 2026

Nopel arms

built a multinational explosives and armaments business in the 19th century that left a direct corporate lineage—, and related firms—that remained active in weapons and explosives manufacturing into t...

Jan 10, 2026

How do Nobel Peace Prize winners use their award money?

The Nobel Peace Prize carries a significant cash award—recently in the range of roughly 10–11 million Swedish kronor (about $900,000–$1.03 million) that may be split among co‑laureates—which winners d...