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Tokyo Paralympics kicks off with fireworks display at opening ceremony
Description
August 24, 2021
The Paralympic Games officially kicked off in Tokyo on Tuesday with a spectacular fireworks display at the opening ceremony. The Paralympic flame was also transferred to a second cauldron located at the Tokyo waterfront after the flame ignited at the opening ceremony.
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Tokyo Paralympics kicks off with fireworks display at opening ceremony
Description
August 24, 2021
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