Good morning. Today is Friday, October 9. The Nobel Peace Prize announcement was made this morning and takes center stage in today’s news briefing.
Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay, a distinguished South African jurist, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Pillay is a former United Nations human rights chief known for her work in promoting justice and human rights internationally.
The Nobel Peace Prize is a highly prestigious accolade. Recipients are honored with a medal, a diploma, and approximately $1 million.