commemoration

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The usually sleepy Laotian capital Vientiane has an uncharacteristic buzz, bedecked with flags and T-shirt vendors ahead of commemorations of 50 years of communist rule Tuesday, but for many young people history carries little weight.

From Barron's

For King Charles, the commemoration would have been a highly symbolic place to meet Mr. Biden.

From New York Times

Wreathes were laid over the side after a short service of commemoration.

From BBC

She and director Titi Yu in recent days participated in a commemoration in that city.

From Washington Post

BELGRADE, Serbia – Serbian police have prevented a group of antiwar activists from reaching the Russian embassy to presenting a skull-adorned cake in commemoration of the first anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine.

From Seattle Times