The 2025 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards were hosted on June 16, 2025 in Chicago. Two Asheville chefs were among the nominees.

The Congressional Gold Medal is awarded to the World War II Army Rangers in recognition of their extraordinary bravery, sacrifice and critical contributions during the war.

Hegseth announces USNS Harvey Milk is being renamed USNS Oscar V. Peterson "We are taking the politics out of ship naming," the defense secretary said.

Hegseth announces USNS Harvey Milk is being renamed USNS Oscar V. Peterson "We are taking the politics out of ship naming," the defense secretary said.