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In April 1970, Paul McCartney announced The Beatles’ disbandment to a stunned world.

From Salon • Feb. 27, 2026

Then, in March this year, a Tokyo court ordered the disbandment of the church, stripping it of its tax exempt status and requiring it to liquidate its assets.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025

A founder of Tren de Aragua, a transnational gang founded in Venezuela, has asked Colombia's government for peace talks leading to the group's disbandment, according to a letter published Saturday.

From Barron's • Oct. 11, 2025

In this aspect, Sheff makes a convincing case that not only did Ono not cause the Fabs’ disbandment, she in fact prolonged their working relationship over their last few albums.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2025

The condition was evaded by the new owners, and the disbandment of farm labourers went on apace.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" by Various