Beyond his scientific discoveries, he was an influential thinker and a figure deeply engaged with social and political issues.

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Recipients of the Nobel Prize in chemistry, literature, peace, and economic sciences will be announced over the coming week. Winners are given a medal, a personal diploma, and a cash award of about $1 ...

STOCKHOLM (AP) — The Nobel Prize winners will be announced next week. The awards are considered among the world’s most prestigious honors for achievements in medicine, physics, chemistry, literature, ...