The late John Lennon will be honoured on his birthday in October. The legendary Beatles singer and songwriter would have turned 66 this year. In 1980, Lennon was assasinated in New York City. His widow, Yoko Ono, has organised two peace events and will be giving $50,000 prizes to Medicins Sans Frontieres and the Centre for Constitutional Rights. In a statement, Yoko Ono explained, "These two groups look beyond today's conflicts and destruction and envision a positive future for our society, while working selflessly and tirelessly towards establishing a more peaceful environment for our planet. They are strong representatives of the many groups who are working in the same direction, today. They need and deserve all of our support and respect." Ono added, "Each one of us was born at this time, not by chance, but to fulfil a mission. Our work is not yet done. I know that John's spirit will be joining us on that day, October 9th, in Reykjavik and I look forward to seeing you there to celebrate this exciting day. WAR IS OVER, if you want it. I love you." | 
