Lists of awards cover
award
An award, sometimes called a distinction, is something 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.
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s given in various fields, including arts and entertainment, sports and hobbies, the humanities, science and technology, business, and service to society.
A given award may be found in more than one list.
Awards may be given by a government agency, an association such as the
International Cricket Council
The International Cricket Council (ICC) is the world governing body of cricket. Headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, its members are 108 national associations, with 12 Full Members and 96 Associate Members. Founded in 1909 as the ' ...
, a company, a magazine such as
Motor Trend
''MotorTrend'' is an American automobile magazine. It first appeared in September 1949, and designated the first Car of the Year, also in 1949.
Petersen Publishing Company in Los Angeles published ''MotorTrend'' until 1998, when it was sold to ...
, or an organization like Terrapinn Holdings that runs events. Some awards have significant financial value, while others mainly provide recognition. The lists include awards that are no longer being given.
By subject area
Arts and entertainment
Business and industry
Education
Humanities
Recreation
Service to society
Sciences
Natural sciences
Social sciences
By awarding entity
By type of recipient
Other criteria
Miscellaneous awards
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