Belarusian journalist Svetlana Alexievich wins literature prize
Svetlana Alexievich of Minsk wins the Nobel Prize in literature for her polyphonic writing that compiles testimonies and documents into a new literary form. The Swedish Academy lauds her method as both material and formal, noting her interviews on Chernobyl, Afghanistan, and World War II veterans.
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Excerpts on Chernobyl and women from Zinky Boys
The text discusses flawed interpretations of Chernobyl blaming politics, the depth of national consciousness, and the role of women as life givers who also served as soldiers in World War II. It also notes Soviet public ignorance about Afghanistan during the late Soviet era until glasnost revealed more truth.
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Peace Prize Buzz Spreads Over Nominees and Crises
Oslo headlines focus on Europe’s refugee crisis and diverse figures linked to the Nobel Peace Prize. Merkel tops betting odds for humane migration efforts, Francis draws attention for aid to the poor, while bloggers and editors spotlight free speech advocates and coast guard rescue workers amid global upheaval.
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Kerry and Zarif seal pivotal Iran nuclear deal talks
U S secretary of state John Kerry and Iranian counterpart Javad Zarif led the face to face talks cited by experts as the critical final step in July's agreement. SIPRI director Tariq Rauf calls the accord a major multilateral breakthrough, while noting questions about the Nobel committee timing into 2016.
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