Nobel prize 2025: Who is Laszlo Krasznahorkai? The master of apocalypse honoured with the Nobel prize in literature

Laszlo Krasznahorkai, the Hungarian novelist known for his labyrinthine sentences and apocalyptic vision, has won the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature. The Swedish Academy recognized his body of work for confronting chaos and finding meaning through art. His novels, often bleakly comic and hypnotically long, explore despair, beauty, and endurance in a world teetering on collapse.

10 Oct 2025 10:51 am

Eiffel Tower was almost demolished! Heres how it was saved and survived over a century

Initially criticized as monstrous and useless, the Eiffel Tower's survival was secured by its creator, Gustave Eiffel. He transformed the structure into a hub for scientific research and radio transmissions, proving its practical value. These vital scientific uses led to a 70-year permit extension, saving the iconic landmark from demolition.

8 Oct 2025 8:13 am