Award

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Something given to a person or a group of people to recognize their merit or excellence

An award, sometimes called a distinction, is given to a recipient as a token of recognition of excellence in a certain field. When the token is a medal, ribbon or other item designed for wearing, it is known as a decoration.

Also known as...medal, honour, honor, prize, and Awards and Prizes
Robot half-marathon record

Robot half-marathon record A humanoid robot in China has shattered the human half-marathon world record, finishing in 50 minutes and 26 seconds.