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Sumo association marks 100th anniversary

Japan Sumo Association head Hakkaku (3rd from L) and two grand champions -- Onosato (2nd from L) and Hoshoryu (3rd from R) -- open the cask during a ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of the association's founding at the Ryogoku Kokugikan sumo arena on Dec. 23, 2025. About 800 people attended the ceremony commemorating the establishment of the association's predecessor organization on Dec. 28, 1925.

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China marks 80th anniversary of Japan's WWII defeat

Russian President Vladimir Putin (2nd from L in front row), Chinese President Xi Jinping (3rd from L in front row) and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (4th from L in front row) attend an event marking the 80th anniversary of Japan's defeat in World War II at Tiananmen Square in Beijing on Sept. 3, 2025. A giant portrait of Mao Zedong, the founder of the People's Republic of China, is hung below them.

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Queen Rania of Jordan Turns 55

File - Queen Rania with the late Pope Francis at the World Summit on Children’s Rights at the Vatican, on February 3rd, 2025. On August 31st, Queen Rania will celebrate her 55th anniversary (born in 1970). Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Singer Tokiko Kato sings in China

Japanese singer Tokiko Kato (3rd from L), 81, acknowledges the crowd after singing at a concert to promote Japan-China cultural interchanges on Aug. 23, 2025, in Harbin, a northeastern China city, where she was born in 1943, marking the 60th anniversary of her debut.

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80th A-bomb anniversary in Nagasaki

Nagasaki Mayor Shiro Suzuki (3rd from L) prepares to place a wreath during a memorial ceremony held at Peace Park in Nagasaki on Aug. 9, 2025, to mark the 80th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the southwestern Japan city in World War II.

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80th anniversary of founding of United Nations

U.N. High Representative for Disarmament Affairs Izumi Nakamitsu (3rd from L) attends a ceremony in which a tree grown from one that survived the U.S. atomic bombing of Hiroshima is planted at the U.N. headquarters in New York on May 6, 2025, to the mark the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations and the 1945 tragedy that also hit Nagasaki.

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[Breaking News]3rd anniversary of Hokkaido boat tragedy

SHARI, Japan, April 23 Kyodo - Shari Mayor Hiroaki Yamauchi bows during a memorial ceremony on April 23, 2025, as the town on the northern Japan main island of Hokkaido marks the third anniversary of a tourist boat sinking off the World Heritage-listed Shiretoko Peninsula. The Kazu I sank during a cruise around the peninsula, leaving 20 people dead and six missing. (Kyodo)

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3rd anniversary of Hokkaido boat tragedy

Shari Mayor Hiroaki Yamauchi attends a memorial ceremony on April 23, 2025, as the town on the northern Japan main island of Hokkaido marks the third anniversary of a tourist boat sinking off the World Heritage-listed Shiretoko Peninsula. The Kazu I sank during a cruise around the peninsula, leaving 20 people dead and six missing.

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3rd anniversary of Hokkaido boat tragedy

Shari Mayor Hiroaki Yamauchi bows during a memorial ceremony on April 23, 2025, as the town on the northern Japan main island of Hokkaido marks the third anniversary of a tourist boat sinking off the World Heritage-listed Shiretoko Peninsula. The Kazu I sank during a cruise around the peninsula, leaving 20 people dead and six missing.

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3rd anniversary of Hokkaido boat tragedy

A memorial ceremony is held in Shari on April 23, 2025, to mark the third anniversary of a tourist boat sinking off the town on the northern Japan main island of Hokkaido. The Kazu I sank during a cruise around the World Heritage-listed Shiretoko Peninsula, leaving 20 people dead and six missing.

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3rd anniversary of Hokkaido boat tragedy

Photo taken on April 23, 2025, shows the venue of a memorial ceremony to be held later in the day in Shari to mark the third anniversary of a tourist boat sinking off the town on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido. The Kazu I sank during a cruise around the World Heritage-listed Shiretoko Peninsula, leaving 20 people dead and six missing.

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11th anniv. of Sewol ferry sinking

South Korean presidential candidates -- Lee Jae Myung (front, 2nd from R), former head of the main opposition Democratic Party, and Gyeonggi Gov. Kim Dong Yeon (3rd from R) -- attend a memorial ceremony in Ansan, near Seoul, on April 16, 2025, to mark the 11th anniversary of the sinking of the Sewol ferry. The April 2014 disaster off the Jindo island claimed 304 lives, including 250 students on a school trip from a high school in Ansan.

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Protests Supporting Ukraine Across Europe Ahead Of Russian Invasion’s 3rd Anniversary 7

Protests supporting Ukraine were held in various cities across Europe on Sunday, February 23, a day before the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Monday. In Paris, over 10,000 of people gathered at Place de la République and marched to Place de la Bastille in support of Ukraine.

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UK: Vigil In London To Mark 3rd Anniversary Of Russian Invasion Of Ukraine 2

A vigil was held at Trafalgar Square in London on February 24 to mark the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The event drew over a thousand attendees, including MPs.

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Protests Supporting Ukraine Across Europe Ahead Of Russian Invasion’s 3rd Anniversary 6

Protests supporting Ukraine were held in various cities across Europe on Sunday, February 23, a day before the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Monday. In Paris, over 10,000 of people gathered at Place de la République and marched to Place de la Bastille in support of Ukraine.

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Protests Supporting Ukraine Across Europe Ahead Of Russian Invasion’s 3rd Anniversary 5

Protests supporting Ukraine were held in various cities across Europe on Sunday, February 23, a day before the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Monday. In Paris, over 10,000 of people gathered at Place de la République and marched to Place de la Bastille in support of Ukraine.

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Protests Supporting Ukraine Across Europe Ahead Of Russian Invasion’s 3rd Anniversary 4

Protests supporting Ukraine were held in various cities across Europe on Sunday, February 23, a day before the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Monday. In Amsterdam, Netherlands, hundreds of people marched in solidarity, followed by a demonstration at Dam Square.

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UK: Vigil In London To Mark 3rd Anniversary Of Russian Invasion Of Ukraine

A vigil was held at Trafalgar Square in London on February 24 to mark the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The event drew over a thousand attendees, including MPs.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

A mother (C) and her daughter are pictured in front of a tombstone of their husband and father in Kyiv on Feb. 23, 2025, the eve of the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Protests Supporting Ukraine Across Europe Ahead Of Russian Invasion’s 3rd Anniversary 3

Protests supporting Ukraine were held in various cities across Europe on Sunday, February 23, a day before the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Monday. This video shows a demonstration in Prague.

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US: Nationwide Protests Mark Third Anniversary Of Russia’s Invasion Of Ukraine

Monday, February 24, marked the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, prompting protests across the U.S. in solidarity with Ukraine and calls for continued support. This video captures a protest march in Washington, D.C., held on Saturday.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Photo shows red rays of light above St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery (bottom) in Kyiv on Feb. 23, 2025, the eve of the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Photo shows Independence Square in central Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Photo shows Independence Square in central Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Police officers are deployed near Independence Square in central Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Photo shows Independence Square in central Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

People pray at a graveyard for fallen soldiers in Irpin near Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Photo shows pictures of fallen soldiers on the wall of St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery in Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Photo shows sunrise in central Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Security officers are deployed in central Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

People pray at a graveyard for fallen soldiers in Irpin near Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

People pray at a graveyard for fallen soldiers in Irpin near Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (3rd from L) attends a memorial ceremony with European leaders in Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, commemorating the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (R) attends a memorial ceremony with European leaders in Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, commemorating the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (C) attends a memorial ceremony with European leaders in Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2025, commemorating the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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Protests Supporting Ukraine Across Europe Ahead Of Russian Invasion’s 3rd Anniversary 2

Protests supporting Ukraine were held in various cities across Europe on Sunday, February 23, a day before the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Monday. This video shows a demonstration in Utrecht expressing solidarity with Ukraine.

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Ukraines Defence Intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov

Representative of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Andrii Yusov (L) watches chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov (C) sign a Ukrainian flag during their meeting with the press after the first part of the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025. (Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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Ukraines Defence Intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov

Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov speaks to the press after the first part of the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025. (Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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Ukraines Defence Intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov

Representative of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Andrii Yusov (L) and chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov (C) pose for a selfie during their meeting with the press after the first part of the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025. (Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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"Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum in Kyiv

First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine - Minister of Economy of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko attends the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025. (Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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"Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum in Kyiv

Head of the Security Service of Ukraine Vasyl Maliuk speaks during the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025. (Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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"Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum in Kyiv

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal speaks during the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025.(Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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"Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum in Kyiv

First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine - Minister of Economy of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko, Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal, Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk, head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha (L to R) attend the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025. (Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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"Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum in Kyiv

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal (L) and Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk attend the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025. (Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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"Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum in Kyiv

Reporters cover the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025. (Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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"Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum in Kyiv

Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk (L) and head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak attend the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025. (Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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"Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum in Kyiv

Reporters cover the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025. (Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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"Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum in Kyiv

Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak (L) and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha attend the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025.(Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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"Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum in Kyiv

First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine - Minister of Economy of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko, Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal, Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk, head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha and head of the Security Service of Ukraine Vasyl Maliuk (L to R) attend the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025. (Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)

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"Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum in Kyiv

Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak (L) and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha attend the "Ukraine. Year 2025" Forum ahead of the 3rd anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 23, 2025.(Photo by Volodymyr Tarasov/Ukrinform)