prestigious
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One of Africa's biggest music stars says he feels "immense pride and deep emotion" after being given one of the Democratic Republic of Congo's most prestigious awards.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Bilton received a difficult reception after Weiss installed him as the leader of “60 Minutes,” immediately elevating the author, documentary producer and former columnist into one of the most prestigious positions in television news.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
"Six establishments, six stories, six distinctions enriching this prestigious list," Tourism Minister Serge Papin said during the presentation.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
An ethical hacker who just won major prizes at a prestigious international competition says her days of competing could be numbered due to the rise of AI tools like Claude Mythos.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Johnson gently pushed McNamara out of the Pentagon, giving him the prestigious but less controversial job of president of the World Bank.
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
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