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The 2977 lights brightened the night sky, representing the 2977 people killed in the 9/11 attacks. (Source: Associated Press)

The skies lit up over New York harbour with a drone show to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terror attacks.

The 2977 lights brightened the night sky, representing the 2977 people killed in the 9/11 attacks.

The artwork, aptly named "2.977 Lights Over New York Harbor," made the formation of the twin towers to match its full scale.

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