Only Person to Win Olympic Medal and Nobel Peace Prize
Philip Noel-Baker won Olympic silver in 1920, then a Nobel Peace Prize in 1959 for his tireless work toward global disarmament. He remains the only person in history to achieve both honors.
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Vietnam Leader Wins Tolstoy Peace Prize for Diplomacy
Vietnamese President To Lam received the 2026 Lev N. Tolstoy International Peace Prize for his work promoting cooperation between nations. The award honors Vietnam's transformation from war-torn country to thriving economy inspiring peace worldwide.
Nobel Peace Prize Winners Plan Legacy Beyond 2027
The atomic bomb survivors who won the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize are making sure their mission outlives them. Nihon Hidankyo will vote in 2027 on how to pass their nuclear disarmament work to the next generation.
Tamil Nadu Inventor Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
A man once mocked for making sanitary pads is now nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. Arunachalam Muruganantham's low-cost machines now operate in 100+ countries, transforming menstrual health access for millions.
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Mexico City Nominates Conchas for Nobel Peace Prize
In a delightfully satirical petition, Mexico City officials have asked the Nobel Committee to consider creating a baked goods category for peace prizes. The playful proposal celebrates how sweet bread brings people together.
Philippe Sands Wins German Peace Prize for Human Rights Work
A Holocaust survivor's grandson who helped arrest a dictator and fights to make environmental destruction a crime just won one of Germany's most prestigious honors. Philippe Sands has spent decades turning personal history into powerful justice for victims worldwide.
Portsmouth Rings Bells for 121 Years of Peace
A New Hampshire town will ring bells across the region to celebrate the peace treaty that ended the Russo-Japanese War 121 years ago. The tradition honors citizen diplomacy and the moment President Theodore Roosevelt won the Nobel Peace Prize.
Congo and M23 Rebels Agree to Peace Roadmap
The Democratic Republic of Congo and M23 rebels have agreed on a detailed roadmap for peace talks, marking real progress toward ending decades of conflict in eastern Congo. The first formal ceasefire inspection since their November peace deal begins Monday in a region that has seen fierce fighting.
Peace Deals Succeed When Global Partners Stay Involved
Nearly 40% of peace agreements fail within five years, but new research from Notre Dame reveals a powerful solution: international partners who stay engaged on the ground dramatically improve success rates. The deeper their involvement, the better the odds for lasting peace.
Israel and Lebanon Begin Historic 10-Day Peace Talks
After more than 40 years of hostility, Israel and Lebanon have agreed to direct peace negotiations, marking a potential breakthrough in Middle Eastern relations. The 10-day ceasefire could lead to the first peace agreement between the nations since 1993.
Bishop Calls for Prayer as Gaza Peace Deal Takes Shape
A Catholic bishop is urging prayers for a historic peace agreement that could bring Hamas disarmament and Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. The deal aims to create a path toward Palestinian statehood and lasting peace in the region.
19 Monks Complete 2,300-Mile Peace Walk to Washington DC
After 109 days and 2,300 miles on foot, 19 Buddhist monks and their dog Aloka arrived in Washington DC to share a message of unity with the nation. Their Walk for Peace culminates today with a free address at the Lincoln Memorial.
Iceland Tops World Peace Rankings for 19th Straight Year
Despite global conflicts at post-WWII highs, 10 countries prove peace still thrives. The 2026 Global Peace Index reveals where safety and stability remain strong.
Ghana's NPP Signs Peace Pact for Unity After Election
Ghana's New Patriotic Party will unite all presidential candidates in a peace pact this week to prevent divisions and ensure a peaceful leadership election. Former presidents and the National Peace Council are joining to commit every candidate to supporting whoever wins.
50+ Faith Leaders Sign Peace Accord in Nigeria
More than 50 Muslim and Christian leaders in Nigeria just made history by signing a peace agreement to heal religious divisions. This powerful show of unity comes at a crucial time for the nation.
Women Mediators Make Peace Last 35% Longer, Study Shows
Peace agreements with women negotiators last significantly longer than those without them, yet women's representation at peace talks has dropped from 23% to just 16%. New evidence shows how diverse diplomatic teams are charting more durable paths to peace around the world.
Notre Dame Brings Peace Expertise to Congo-Rwanda Conflict
The University of Notre Dame is expanding its proven peace agreement monitoring work to help end a conflict that has displaced over 7 million people in Africa's Great Lakes region. The initiative will strengthen the fragile 2025 peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda by connecting local voices to the peace process.
Colombia's Peace Deal Reaches 56% Land Reform Milestone
Nearly a decade after Colombia's historic peace agreement, the country has formalized nearly 4 million hectares of land for rural communities while over 11,000 former combatants continue building peaceful lives. As Colombia heads into presidential elections, the UN celebrates democratic gains while pushing for continued progress on the groundbreaking 2016 peace framework.
Secret 1993 Peres-Hussein Meeting Paved Way for Peace
Newly revealed documents show how a covert 1993 meeting between Israel's Shimon Peres and Jordan's King Hussein laid the groundwork for a historic peace treaty. The emotional exchange, released on the 10th anniversary of Peres's death, reveals two leaders racing against time to secure peace for future generations.
Israeli and Lebanese Militaries Meet for Historic Peace Talks
For the first time ever, Israeli and Lebanese military leaders sat down together at the Pentagon to build a path toward lasting peace. The groundbreaking talks aim to stabilize their shared border and move both nations closer to ending decades of conflict.
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