PRESIDENTIAL MEDAL OF FREEDOM AWARDED

PRESIDENTIAL MEDAL OF FREEDOM AWARDED

Former first lady Nancy Reagan, right, and her family at Ronald Reagan's funeral at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. on June 11, 2004. From left, Michael Reagan, Doria Reagan, Ron Reagan, Jr., Patty Davis, and Nancy Reagan. The gentleman at the upper left is Doctor Richard Davis, Nancy Reagan's brother.

PRESIDENTIAL MEDAL OF FREEDOM AWARDED

PRESIDENTIAL MEDAL OF FREEDOM AWARDED

Former first lady Nancy Reagan, right, looks at her family at Ronald Reagan's funeral at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. on June 11, 2004. From left, Michael Reagan, Doria Reagan, Ron Reagan, Jr., Patty Davis, and Nancy Reagan.

Top 10 World Sports News Events In 2025

Top 10 World Sports News Events In 2025

The World Aquatics Championships, held in Singapore from July 11 to August 3, produced three world records and 15 championship records in swimming events. Canadian teenager Summer McIntosh shone with four gold medals and one bronze. China's breaststroke specialist Qin Haiyang claimed two golds, one silver and one bronze, finishing as the only Asian swimmer in the gold medal standings. Then-12-year-old Yu Zidi earned bronze with China's women's 4x200m freestyle relay team, becoming the youngest swimming medalist at the worlds. This file photo taken on Aug. 1, 2025 shows Qin Haiyang of China competing during the men's 200m breaststroke final at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. Photo by Wu Zhizun/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Top 10 World Sports News Events In 2025

Top 10 World Sports News Events In 2025

The World Aquatics Championships, held in Singapore from July 11 to August 3, produced three world records and 15 championship records in swimming events. Canadian teenager Summer McIntosh shone with four gold medals and one bronze. China's breaststroke specialist Qin Haiyang claimed two golds, one silver and one bronze, finishing as the only Asian swimmer in the gold medal standings. Then-12-year-old Yu Zidi earned bronze with China's women's 4x200m freestyle relay team, becoming the youngest swimming medalist at the worlds. This file photo taken on Aug. 3, 2025 shows Yu Zidi of China competing during the women's 400m individual medley final of swimming at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. Photo by Xue Yuge/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Top 10 World Sports News Events In 2025

Top 10 World Sports News Events In 2025

The World Aquatics Championships, held in Singapore from July 11 to August 3, produced three world records and 15 championship records in swimming events. Canadian teenager Summer McIntosh shone with four gold medals and one bronze. China's breaststroke specialist Qin Haiyang claimed two golds, one silver and one bronze, finishing as the only Asian swimmer in the gold medal standings. Then-12-year-old Yu Zidi earned bronze with China's women's 4x200m freestyle relay team, becoming the youngest swimming medalist at the worlds. This file photo taken on July 31, 2025 shows Summer McIntosh (top) of Canada competing during the women's 200m butterfly final of swimming at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. Photo by Xia Yifang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Medal Cabinet Reopens After Six-Year Hiatus - Rome

Opening of the Medal Collection at the National Roman Museum. Rome, Italy on December 22, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025 Final - PSG v CR Flamengo

FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025 Final - PSG v CR Flamengo

( FIFA President, Gianni Infantino (C) presents a medal to Marquinhos (L) of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) during the podium ceremony after the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025 final match between France's Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Brazil's CR Flamengo in Al Rayyan, Qatar, on Dec. 17, 2025. Photo by Nikku/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025 Final - PSG v CR Flamengo

FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025 Final - PSG v CR Flamengo

( FIFA President, Gianni Infantino (C) presents a medal to Luis Enrique (L), head coach of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), during the podium ceremony after the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025 final match between France's Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Brazil's CR Flamengo in Al Rayyan, Qatar, on Dec. 17, 2025. Photo by Nikku/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Nobel laureate Sakaguchi returns to Japan

Nobel laureate Sakaguchi returns to Japan

University of Osaka professor Shimon Sakaguchi, co-winner of the 2025 Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine, shows his Nobel medal to the press after arriving at Haneda airport in Tokyo on Dec. 17, 2025, following the award ceremony in Stockholm.

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump answers questions after awarding 13 service members with the Mexican Border Defense Medal during a ceremony in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 15, 2025. Photo by Bonnie Cash/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump answers questions after awarding 13 service members with the Mexican Border Defense Medal during a ceremony in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 15, 2025. Photo by Bonnie Cash/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump answers questions after awarding 13 service members with the Mexican Border Defense Medal during a ceremony in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 15, 2025. Photo by Bonnie Cash/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Of Staff Dan Caine presents a service member with a Mexican Border Defense Medal during a ceremony in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 15, 2025. Photo by Bonnie Cash/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump answers questions after awarding 13 service members with the Mexican Border Defense Medal during a ceremony in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 15, 2025. Photo by Bonnie Cash/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump speaks before presenting Mexican Border Defense Medals to 13 service members during a ceremony in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 15, 2025. Photo by Bonnie Cash/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

President Donald Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medal in Oval Office

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Of Staff Dan Caine presents a service member with a Mexican Border Defense Medal during a ceremony in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, December 15, 2025. Photo by Bonnie Cash/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM