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Alfred Nobel

Alfred Nobel
The latest news and top stories on Alfred Nobel. A Swedish chemist, inventor, engineer and industrialist, he is widely recognised for inventing dynamite in 1867, a safer explosive that revolutionised mining and construction. Nobel held 355 patents globally, contributing to various fields including artificial silk and leather. He was a successful businessman, owning the Bofors armaments factory and establishing numerous explosives plants across Europe. His profound legacy stems from his will, which bequeathed his vast fortune to establish the prestigious Nobel Prizes, honouring those who confer the greatest benefit to humankind in physics, chemistry, medicine, literature and peace.
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Fugitive Nobel laureate Machado details secret US help to reach Norway

Nobel laureate breaks silence on months in hiding, detailing essential US support for her clandestine exit to Oslo to receive Peace Prize.

Venezuela’s Machado defies warning, vows to attend Nobel Peace Prize ceremony

Venezuela’s Machado wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize as Trump Gaza deal falls short

The White House criticised the decision, viewing it as a snub to President Trump and claiming the committee prioritised ‘politics over peace’.

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