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Articles related to "Nobel Peace Prize"
Mothers Against War What does Mothers Day mean to you? julia ward howe linked motherhood with world peace • 1870 appeal addressed women mothers everywhere ur • mothers day for peace • nine women nobel peace prize • woman campaigned against wars
2008 Nobel Peace Prize This year there are 197 nominees for the Nobel Peace Prize 2008. Interesting nominations are Algerian president, Abdelaziz Bouteflika and Father John Dear. 2008 nobel peace prize nominees • committee • 2007 peace prize • peacemaker • former us vice-president al gore
Dynamite and controversy in Oslo: The Nobel Peace Prize Although termed the City of Peace, Oslo's history as the host city of the Nobel Peace Prize has been immersed in controversy since Alfred Nobel left his legacy. alfred nobel • oslo • nobel peace prize • dynamite • norway
Mother Teresa - A True Mother: Part 2 of 2 Second part of a two-part article looking at the life and work of Mother Teresa of Calcutta. mother teresa • calcutta • christianity • humanity • nobel peace prize
Nobel Peace Prize Race Heats Up Nominees are waiting for 12 October 2007 when this years Nobel Peace Prize winner will be announced. Oprah Winfrey, Al Gore and Sheila Watt-Cloutier are in the running. nobel prize • nobel peace prize • alfred nobel • oprah winfrey • al gore
Political Peace Prize The Nobel Committee awards Jimmy Carter the Nobel Peace Prize as a political statement. jimmy carter • nobel peace prize
RALPH BUNCHE: 1st African American Nobel Peace Prize Recipient Profile of Ralph Bunche,outstanding United Nations Official, the first African American to receive the Nobel Peace Prize,and the first African American to receive a doctorate in political science. african american history • united nations officials • nobel peace prize
TEDDY ROOSEVELT: MORE FUN THAN A GOAT, PART II A continuation of the last article, this covers his years in the White House. theorodre roosevelt • teddy • tr • president • teddy bear
Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King Jr., devoted his life to the Civil Rights Movement. He was named one of the great people of the 20th Century by Time Magazine. His legacy will live on forever. martin luther king • king • reverend king • biographies • suite101
Asia's Brightest Moments Celebrate some of the finest accomplishments of individuals and nations. china • japan • india • pakistan • nepal
A World Without Poverty Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus founded the Grameen Bank, a not-for-profit bank lending to the very poor. muhammad yunus • nobel peace prize • grameen bank • swocial capitalism • lending
LIFE AFTER THE WHITE HOUSE, PART IV The Presidents of the "Progressive Era" in the early 20th century continued to be active in the affairs of the nation after they left office. Two of them went on to have very successful careers after their Presidency. president • chief justice • senate • treaty • versailles
The Balance Between Hope and Despair In 1947, a famous Indonesian author was persecuted and imprisoned for his beliefs. At the same time, a religious organization won the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to provide aid to anyone in need. Read this article to learn more about these two pioneers in the fight for world peace. <HEAD> <TITLE>History if Peace Movements ...history of peace movements, peace, activist, conscientious objection, human rights, pacifist, pacifism</TITLE> <META name="resource-type" content="document"> <META name="distribution" content="GLOBAL"> <META name="description" content="This website profiles the individuals and organizations that have worked for world peace."> <META name="copyright" content="Kelly Scheufler "> <META name="keywords" content="history of peace movements, activist, conscientious objection, human rights, pacifist, pacifism"> <META NAME="author" content="Kelly Scheufler"> <META HTTP-EQUIV="Reply-To" content="Scheufler@email.msn.com"> <META HTTP-EQUIV="content-type:" content="text/html; charset=ISO-8859-1"> <META HTTP-EQUIV="content-language" content="en"> </HEAD> peace activists • peace • humanitarians • humanitarianism • indonesia
A-ha: Norwegian Trio on the Upswing What has this Norwegian pop act been up to? a-ha norwegian trio • lyricist and guitarist paul pal waaktaar savoy • lead singer morten harket • keyboardist magne furuholmen • first album hunting high & low 1985
Creating A World Without Poverty Dr. Muhammad Yunus, founder of the Grameen Bank, visited the University of British Columbia to speak about his dream of eradicating poverty one loan at a time. dr. muhammad yunus • grameen bank • creating a world without poverty • social business and the future of capitalism • micro-lending
December in Oslo Your guide to Oslo events in December, from Norwegian Christmas markets, Nordic Christmas music and theater, to the Nobel Peace Center. christmas festivities • bærums verk • norsk folkemuseum christmas market • norsk folkemuseum christmas fair • bogstad gård
Dr Martin Luther King Jnr 40 years ago civil rights leader, Dr Martin Luther King Jnr was assassinated by James Earl Ray at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. dr martin luther king jnr • mlk • memphis tennessee • lorraine motel • atlanta georgia
F.W. De Klerk: Perfect 20th Century Villain/Hero F.W. de Klerk, leader of South Africa who worked with Nelson Mandela to end apartheid rule and begin democratic majority rule, is a mixture of good and bad; imperfect motives leading to a few good decisions; bravery and cowardice. In no way can he be unequivocally described as a "hero," but neither can he be demonized as a "villain." In this respect, he would make a perfect character in a 20th century novel. south africa • apartheid • national party • anc • nelson mandela
Gdansk Shipyard Bankrupt The fall of European Communism started in the Lenin Shipyards of Gdansk, Poland. Today, the free markets workers fought for; are dictating terms that may close the yard. gdansk shipyard closure • free markets in poland • gdansk agreement and the 21 postulates • european commission on gdansk bankruptcy • solidarnosc and the interfactory strike committee
HELL AND MARIA! : THE STORY OF CHARLES DAWES Charles Dawes had a lot going for him, but his Vice-Presidency got off to a bad start and never recovered. The only Vice-President to win a Nobel Peace Prize, he never made his peace with the members of the U.S. Senate. Read about the famous ride made by the great-great-grandson of William Dawes who rode with Paul Revere. president • vice-president • charles dawes • calvin coolidge • senate
Holocaust Hero Irina Sendler Dies During World War II Sendler was an activist in the Polish anti-Holocaust resistance in Warsaw. She risked her life rescuing Jewish children out of the ghetto. irena sendler dies • died • passed • holocaust • ghetto
Linus Pauling - Molecular Biologist and Orthomolecular Scientist Linus Pauling was the first person to receive two unshared Nobel Prizes, one in Chemistry for his molecular bonding research, and the Peace Prize for his work protesting atmospheric testing of nuclear bombs. pauling • nobel • activist • anti-nuclear • molecular bonding
Martin Luther King Martin Luther King was a great man among great men. He had a huge impact on the twentieth century and proved that religious leaders can effect change. martin luther king • martin luther king jr • mlk • i have a dream • james earl ray
Martin Luther King’s Birthday Would Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. be satisfied with America today? His August 28th, 1963, "I Have a Dream" speech, gives us a hint. martin luther king • slain civil rights leader • southern christian leadership conference • i have a dream • lincoln memorial august 28 1963
Mother Teresa of Calcutta Less than two years after her death, in view of Mother Theresa's widespread reputation, Pope John Paul II permitted the opening of her Cause of Canonization. canonization of mother theresa • sainthood of mother theresa • life of mother theresa • story of saint mother theresa • homily of john paul ii
Friends (Quakers) and Peace Article on the peace testimony of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). quakers • quakerism • peace testimony • religious society of friends • war
Norway formulates a position The tense atmosphere in the US following the crash of several air carriers into New York's World Trade Center and the Pentagon has found a niche in the Norwegian consciousness. The Norwegian public is responding to changing world conditions by formulating a position on US anti-terrorist actions, exploring its own role in the Bush-Bin Laden conflict, and seeking strategies to protect the security of travel and tourism in Norway's future. norway's response to terrorism • bush • bin laden • peace prize • sas
The Work of Amnesty International An introduction to Amnesty International, a human rights organization, with details on the work of the organization, its history and how people can get involved. amnesty international • human rights organizations • human rights abuses • history of amnesty international • human rights activists
The Way Forward With the UUP's rejection of the "Way Forward" proposal that would have kept the Northern Irish peace process on track, they have plunged the province into deep uncertainty. ira • sinn • fein • ulster • unionist
Women in Asian History Women often played important roles in shaping Asian history, though they can be difficult to find in the textbooks. Read here about some of the fascinating women of Asia. asia • asian • history • women • china
Important Dates Of The 90's Instead of looking forward to the year 2000, join me as I look back on key events of the 1990's. events • 1990-1999 • diana • martinlutherking • new
Al Gore: environmental president? Al Gore has enlightened millions with his documentary, "An Inconvenient Truth." Another presidential run could be his chance to affect change on a legislative level. al gore • environment • global warming • 2008 presidential race • nobel prize
Aung San Suu Kyi Day On October 24th supporters around the world will hold protests and candlelight vigils to show their continued support for the people of Burma and leader Aung San Suu Kyi. aung san suu kyi • burma protests • aung san suu kyi day • support the monks' protest in burma • united nations day
Canada's National flag. The history and creation of the canadian national flag. canada • flag • history • events
King the Peaceful Martin Luther King urges peaceful sit-ins. He meets Gandhi. King leads a "nonviolent army" protesting discrimination in Georgia and is jailed in Birmingham Alabama. martin luther king • black history • american history • african american history • nonviolent protests
Linus Pauling: Remembering Oregon's Native Son When you hear the name, “Linus Pauling,” what do you think? Read about this Oregonian and his accomplishments as one of the most important scientists of the 20th Century. linus pauling • oregon • science • microbiology • biotechnology
Loan Money to a Struggling Busines Microlending is a new idea, and the internet has put it in the hand of anyone with an internet connection. Learn what microlending is and how you can make a difference. microlending • microlend • microloans • microloan • clinton
Oregon State University Research Throughout its 150 year history, Oregon State University has focused on researching the sciences and strives to be an excellent place to study. oregon state university research • studying at oregon state university • tsunami research • agricultural college • osu
The Life: The Seductive Call of Politics TV Ontario reporter Steve Paikin looks at what motivates individuals to enter the unpredictable world of politics. steve paikin • book review • canadian politics • the life • canada
Timor-Leste In Crisis After Attack Timor-Leste (or East Timor) is in turmoil after co-ordinated attacks on President Ramos Horta and Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao in a suspected failed coup. timor-leste • east timor • jose ramos horta • assassination attempt timor • president timor
Yehuda Amichai Yehuda Amichai's poetry grew along with his adopted country. The poet left Germany as the Nazi power was rising. As an Israeli citizen, he became a freedom fighter. israel • yehuda amichai • poet • united states • w. h. auden
American Muslim Awarded Nobel Prize An Egyptian-American was awarded the 1999 Nobel Prize in chemistry. nobel prize • chemistry • ahmed h. zewail • muslim • islam
China's Crackdown in Tibet A look at China's crackdown in Tibet, a brief history of the disputed region and why it has taken the forthcoming Beijing Olympics to bring it to the world's attention. china crackdown tibet • china olympics tibet • human rights abuses tibet • china tibet oppression • 2008 olympics tibet
Eco-Faith and Sustainability Leadership and expert technology are needed to solve environmental issues. But faith traditions can also help, by changing thinking and showing new ways of living. sustainability and changing behaviour • eco-faith and christian tradition • web of life • earth-honouring beliefs • sensitivity to the sacred
How the Nobel Prize Was Founded It's amazing how a barely two page document has influenced research and discovery in the world of science and formed the lives of many people. alfred nobel's will • award ceremonies in stockholm and oslo • nobel and dynamite • prestige of the nobel prize • emil nobel klled in 1864
It Is Just You: Guide to Nice Tired of the ever-pervasive cynicism that has infected the modern world? Are you just in need of cheering up? This A-Z guide is the answer. it is just you everythings not shit • steve stack • how to be optimistic • ice hotel • muhamed yunus
Martin Luther King, Jr. Civil rights leader Martin Luther King was assassinated by James Earl Ray. In striving for civil rights for Blacks he was jailed and received the Nobel Peace Prize. martin luther king • the assassination of king • civil rights • war on poverty • gandhi
Mexico City's National University Students looking for a unique study abroad experience featuring Spanish and Latin American culture, should check out Mexico City's UNAM. unam • universidad national autonoma de mexico • study abroad • cuidad universitaria unam • mexico study abroad
Nelson Mandela Turns Ninety Nelson Mandela, the ex-South African and A.N.C. President will turn ninety years old on 18 July, choosing to celebrate his latest milestone with close friends and family. nelson mandela turns ninety • madiba celebrates in low key manner • nelson mandela the ex-south african and a.n.c. pre • madiba's childhood home qunu village on the transk • congratulations to mr mandela on his landmark birt
New Political Party in Bangladesh Nobel Laureate Yunus formed a new party amid the political chaos that has enveloped the nation. bangladesh • yunus • military coup • nagarik shakti • news |
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