Commemoration and Remembrance - The ceremony includes reading names, playing bagpipes, and six moments of silence to represent the four crashed flights and the collapse of the North and South Towers [1] - The Twin Towers each had 110 stories [1] - A pledge was made 24 years ago to never forget [1] Historical Context and Reflection - The day of the event was a beautiful, bright blue, sunny day, similar to the day 24 years prior [2] - The terror began in New York, then at the Pentagon, and later in Shanksville [2] Preparedness and Awareness - When times are good, people may not prepare for challenges [3]

Key Events & Remembrance - The nation commemorates the 24th anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks with events in New York, the Pentagon, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania [1] - Memorial events include moments of silence to honor the nearly 3,000 victims [2] - The first plane hit the North Tower at 8:46 AM [4] - Six moments of silence will mark the key events of that day, including the plane impacts and tower collapses [5] - All 2,977 names of the victims will be read during the ceremonies [6] Impact & Reflection - The events of 9/11 continue to have ramifications that are still felt today [3] - Identification of remains found at ground zero is ongoing [4] - The anniversary serves as a moment of catharsis and a way to educate a generation who did not experience the events [6] Media & Coverage - NBC News provides coverage of the tributes on its streaming channel, NBC News Now, and online at NBCNewscom [7] - Viewers can stay updated on breaking news and top stories through the NBC News app or YouTube channel [7]

60 Minutes Rewind. Each year, as the anniversary of September 11th approaches, we remember the events of that awful day and honor its victims. Next spring at ground zero in New York City, one of the largest and most ambitious memorial museums in the world is scheduled to open its doors to do that permanently.The National September 11th Memorial Museum. It'll actually be located below ground, seven stories down. It's a project that's been plagued by delays, funding battles, even a flood thanks to Hurricane S ...

Core Message - The presentation explores diverse cultural perspectives on death and remembrance, emphasizing the importance of honoring life and legacies [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23] - The narrative highlights personal loss and a journey of discovery to understand the meaning of death across different cultures [1][5][6][12][22] - The presentation advocates for a shift in perspective towards celebrating life and creating meaningful experiences, even in the face of death [2][4][8][19][20][21][23] Cultural Practices & Rituals - The presentation showcases unique funeral customs, such as fantasy coffins in Ghana, which reflect the deceased's life or aspirations [3][4] - The presentation describes Día de los Muertos in Mexico, where families welcome back the spirits of their ancestors with altars and celebrations [6][7][8] - The presentation illustrates cremation practices in Varanasi, India, where the burning of bodies is believed to bring liberation [9][10] - The presentation mentions Ethiopian Orthodox Christian celebrations of Ganna Christmas and Fasika Easter, symbolizing resurrection and life beyond death [11][12] Personal Reflection & Impact - The presentation shares the speaker's personal experience with the death of their father and how it shaped their understanding of death [1][22] - The presentation discusses volunteering at a hospital in Berlin, taking photos of stillborn babies as a gift for the parents [12][13][14][15] - The presentation emphasizes the importance of owning one's story and leaving a lasting impact on others [20][23] Key Takeaway - The presentation encourages the audience to reflect on their own mortality and consider how they want to be remembered [20][21]

[Music] [Music] In 2015, thousands of Canadians gathered in Ottawa in front of Parliament Hill to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 1915 Armenian genocide. They use the slogan I remember and demand not only to express the Armenian community's desire to remember the victims of the genocide, but also to demand that the world recognize the events as a genocide. Oh, that's me, by the way.I was 8 years old. I was there and ever since I've tried to go about every year, but I've noticed that every time less ...