This article is from the source 'rtcom' and was first published or seen on . It last changed over 40 days ago and won't be checked again for changes.

You can find the current article at its original source at https://www.rt.com/uk/389461-manchester-attack-terror-vigil-tributes/

The article has changed 2 times. There is an RSS feed of changes available.

Version 0 Version 1
Manchester vigil: Memorial held for victims of concert suicide bombing (WATCH LIVE) Manchester vigil: Memorial held for victims of concert suicide bombing (VIDEO)
(about 1 hour later)
Manchester is holding a special vigil in the city center this evening to remember the victims of Monday’s deadly terror attack. Manchester held a special vigil in the city center this evening to remember the victims of Monday’s deadly terror attack.
Mayor Andy Burnham invited people to attend the event in Albert Square from 6pm local time.Mayor Andy Burnham invited people to attend the event in Albert Square from 6pm local time.
Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, city councilor Pat Karney said: “The town hall from early morning has had scores of inquiries from the public about how they can help out and do something for the families of those struck down by last night’s appalling events.”Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, city councilor Pat Karney said: “The town hall from early morning has had scores of inquiries from the public about how they can help out and do something for the families of those struck down by last night’s appalling events.”
All of the city’s leaders are expected to attend the multi-faith event, which will honor the 22 people killed and 59 injured in a suicide bomb attack at Manchester Arena following an Ariana Grande concert on Monday. All of the city’s leaders were expected to attend the multi-faith event, which will honor the 22 people killed and 59 injured in a suicide bomb attack at Manchester Arena following an Ariana Grande concert on Monday.
Many people are showing support online using the #WeStandTogether hashtag.Many people are showing support online using the #WeStandTogether hashtag.
Manchester United offered its own tribute by observing a minute of silence before training on Tuesday.Manchester United offered its own tribute by observing a minute of silence before training on Tuesday.
Others, including ex-Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo, tweeted out their support.Others, including ex-Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo, tweeted out their support.
Liverpool City Council officials have also announced plans to light up landmark buildings in the colors of the Union Jack as a show of solidarity with those affected by the Manchester attack.Liverpool City Council officials have also announced plans to light up landmark buildings in the colors of the Union Jack as a show of solidarity with those affected by the Manchester attack.
Liverpool Town Hall, St. George’s Hall, and the Cunard Building in the center of the city will be cast in red, white, and blue after nightfall, and people are being encouraged to gather to pay their respects.Liverpool Town Hall, St. George’s Hall, and the Cunard Building in the center of the city will be cast in red, white, and blue after nightfall, and people are being encouraged to gather to pay their respects.
Similar events are being held all over the UK.Similar events are being held all over the UK.