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HAVANA (AP) — Hundreds of people in Cuba’s capital HAVE stood in line to kiss, touch or walk around a towering silk floss tree in a nod to tradition as they celebrate Havana’s 500th anniversary this weekend.
The event comes as Cuba deals with an ailing economy and increasingly tense relations with the U.S., concerns that were briefly cast aside as residents prepared for a gala event Saturday night featuring fireworks, music and international dignitaries.
As part of the celebrations, officials restored monuments, painted buildings, unveiled exhibitions and held book presentations.
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