His actions are "in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service," his citation says.

Advocates pushed for years for Michael Ollis to receive the nation's highest honor. On Tuesday, their dream became a reality.

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Paul Ray Smith saved over 100 lives defending a critical position near the Baghdad airport during the early days of the Iraq ...

The National Academy of Sciences is presenting its 2026 Public Welfare Medal to Francis S. Collins, former director, National Institutes of Health (NIH), for his pioneering research in human genetics ...

The new military monument at Keizer Station honors families whose loved ones have died in service to the nation.

Bill Belichick made a rare public statement back in 2021 when he chose to reject one of the most prestigious civilian honors ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Camden County has announced its 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Medal recipients, honoring residents whose volunteer service, ...

Dr William H. Foege, a legend in global public health, passed away on 24 January 2026. His life and legacy offer several lessons for global public health ...

Holtz had a viral feud with Ohio State head coach Ryan Day ahead of the national championship in the 2024-25 season.

WASHINGTON—Freedom House today announced the appointment of Jamie Fly as its Chief Executive Officer, effective February 2, 2026. A widely respected and experienced leader in the fields of democracy ...

Co-founder and director of Big Red Group, Naomi Simson, yearns for a national celebration that unites rather than divides the country.