centenary

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Lufthansa, celebrating the centenary of its maiden flight next month, announced its highest-ever annual revenue of €39.6 billion for 2025 last week, beating analyst expectations, as it raised its dividend and lifted 2026 financial guidance.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

In a special message to NWT, he said: "I send my most sincere congratulations on achieving your centenary."

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

When the structure is completed and the scaffolding dismantled, the tower will be blessed on June 10 to coincide with the centenary of the death of Gaudi, whose body lies in the basilica's crypt.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

Mahathir has suffered health problems in recent years and was previously hospitalised for fatigue after a picnic celebration for his centenary in July.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

A recent centenary conference and festival devoted to him in modern Hungary simply described him, correctly, as 'European'.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall