All articles tagged with #remembrance
COLlive commemorates those who passed in 5786 (2025–2026), compiling obituaries and levaya updates ahead of Yom Kippur to honor Shluchim, educators and community leaders from around the world; the list, though not exhaustive, preserves the memories and legacies of individuals who enriched Jewish life.
In an exclusive TODAY interview, former White House chief of staff Andy Card recalls telling President George W. Bush that 'America is under attack' on 9/11 and urges Americans to remember the promise to never forget as the country marks the 25th anniversary. Card emphasizes preserving the memory through education via the 9/11 Legacy Foundation and hopes to revive the unity that followed 9/11, despite today’s political divides.
NBC News gathered firsthand accounts from across the United States as the nation marks 25 years since September 11, 2001. The piece compiles vivid memories of that morning—from the shock of the towers’ fall to the courage of first responders and the personal losses and fears that followed—while noting the ongoing health toll for those exposed to dust at the site, illustrating a diverse, lasting portrait of how Americans remember and endure the tragedy.
Two weeks after Sept. 11, 2001, Roxanne Sullivan walked through rain to the Flight 93 crash site outside Shanksville to pray for the victims, and now—more than 9,000 days later—she and other volunteers at the Flight 93 National Memorial maintain a tireless devotion, keeping the story of the 40 passengers and crew alive at the memorial near the crash site.
President Trump will attend a Pentagon ceremony for the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, while Vice President JD Vance marks the day at the World Trade Center site in New York; other officials will observe at Shanksville, PA, ensuring presence at all three memorials, with former presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Giuliani participating in New York.
Drones numbering 2,977 lit up the night sky in a photo-gallery tribute that recreates the Twin Towers, honoring the victims of the 9/11 attacks as family members, survivors, and first responders looked on at the aerial artwork.
France held commemorations for the Vel d’Hiv roundup, honoring victims and rescuers while reflecting on a dark chapter of history; the vandalism of a Paris plaque honoring rescuers has renewed debate over memory and antisemitism in Europe.
Kurt Andersen recalls Gene Shalit as his first boss in 1976, praising the goofball–style NBC Today movie critic for his warmth, wit, and mentorship; Shalit, who died at 100, remains a formative influence on Andersen and a memorable figure in entertainment journalism.
After a call from a veterans' advocate, about 1,500 people gathered in Massachusetts for the Catholic Mass funeral of World War II Navy veteran John Bernard Arnold III, who had no immediate family. The ceremony included four veterans saluting his casket, a poignant reflection on Arnold’s life (love of classical music, chocolate cake, and Grey’s Anatomy), bagpipes, and a gun salute. The flag from his casket was given to the veterans home that cared for him, and his great-nephew Joe Durban later flew in to receive the flag and visit Arnold’s grave, turning a solitary burial into a large-scale act of remembrance.
Europe marked International Holocaust Memorial Day with ceremonies from Auschwitz to Berlin as survivors and leaders warned against forgetting Nazi crimes and confronting rising antisemitism; Tova Friedman will address the Bundestag and challenge the far-right AfD, while memorials, Stolpersteine, and Holocaust education efforts spread across Europe amid concerns about AI-generated misinformation and threats to democracy. With about 1.1 million Jews killed at Auschwitz and roughly 196,600 survivors remaining worldwide, officials noted vandalism at Kiel and urged civil courage to defend democratic values.
Thousands across the United States marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day with marches, wreath-laying ceremonies and commemorative services, reflecting the federal holiday’s nationwide observance.
The article describes a memorial ceremony in Ypres, Belgium, commemorating the end of WWI, while highlighting ongoing global conflicts and the lessons learned from history, emphasizing the persistent cycle of war and the importance of remembrance.
Kate Middleton attended the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall with her son Prince George, channeling Princess Diana's style, marking Prince George's first appearance at a Remembrance event, and highlighting royal family engagements amidst commemorations of military history and progress in social issues.
Prince Harry reflects on the meaning of remembrance, emphasizing the importance of honoring those who serve and have served, recognizing their resilience, and advocating for lifelong support and respect for military families, especially amidst a fragile global peace.
The article commemorates the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with ceremonies across the U.S., honoring nearly 3,000 victims, including at the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania, amidst heightened security and ongoing national reflection.