Every year on September 21, the United Nations celebrates the International Day of Peace, or World Peace Day. Established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly, the day begins with the Peace Bell Ceremony held at the UN headquarters in New York City. The bell was a gift from the United Nations Association of Japan and is inscribed with a message of hope: 'Long live absolute world peace.'

Our homepage image was taken inside the lobby of the Nobel Peace Center, in Norway's bustling capital city Oslo. The center highlights the triumphs of Nobel Peace Prize laureates and shares the legacy of Alfred Nobel, the creator of the prize. By showcasing inspiring exhibits and insightful conversations, the center sheds light on the impact of the prize, awarded to those 'who, during the preceding year, have conferred the greatest benefit to humankind.'