
The Swedish inventor left most of his fortune to fund annual awards for achievements in science, literature and peace. His decision, set out in a will signed in Paris in 1895, faced opposition before the first Nobel Prizes were awarded in 1901.


After a weekend of clashes and looting that led to thousands of arrests, President Emmanuel Macron has rejected Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez’s resignation as questions mount over the police response.

Police arrested more than 2,000 people nationwide after demonstrations over rising living costs and school conditions escalated into clashes, looting and fires. Fresh tensions erupted in Paris on Oct 18 as President Emmanuel Macron called for calm.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed making Canada the EU’s first associate member, while US President Donald Trump has warned of heavy tariffs or reduced trade with Europe if he considers the move hostile.

Four drones and at least one missile reportedly targeted the vessel, leaving crew members with minor injuries and smoke inhalation.

US House clears sweeping Russia-Iran sanctions bill, opening the door to punitive tariffs on major buyers such as India and China.

The package includes 20,000 MK-84s and 20,000 BLU-117s, renewing scrutiny over the use of powerful US-made munitions in Gaza.

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