Tom Cruise receives US Navy's highest civilian honour, says, "to lead is to serve"

Disney and ABC News pay $15M settlement to President-elect Donald Trump. The entertainment giants made a very quick decision to compensate President-elect Donald Trump in the defamation lawsuit he has against them. Earlier this year, anchor George Stephanopoulos said on air that the former president had been 'found liable for rape' in a civil case brought against him. Disney executives felt it would be best to settle instead of fighting an ugly battle which could damage its brand. Mariah Carey autographs Rihanna's chest at final Christmas concert in Brooklyn. At the final stop on her Christmas Time Tour, Mariah spotted Rihanna front row during the concert and decided to take some time to greet her and give her a gift she'll never forget. With a red marker she inscribed 'Mariah' on Rhi Rhi's chest. Singer Megan Thee Stallion files restraining order against Canadian singer and rapper Tory Lanez. In 2022, Tory Lanez was convicted of three felonies for shooting Megan in the foot and in 2023 was sentenced to 10 years in prison. But she still feels threatened as Lanez continues to harass her even behind bars through third parties. Tom Cruise is honored with the Department of the Navy Distinguished Public Service Award. He's the world's most famous fictional Top Gun and now an actual naval hero. Tom Cruise was awarded the U.S. Navy's top civilian honor when he received the Distinguished Public Service Award for his positive impact on public perception inspired by the Top Gun franchise. National Twin Day is celebrated in the U.S. This day celebrates all the siblings who shared a womb, so whether you're identical or fraternal, this day is for you. In today's birthday news: The Rolling Stones' Keith Richards is 81, filmmaker Steven Spielberg 78, actor Brad Pitt 61, professional wrestler 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin 60, singer Sia 49, actress Katie Holmes 46, singer Christina Aguilera 44, singer Billie Eilish 23