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Historical events for
Saturday, 9 March 2024

  • Birth

    Yuri Gagarin

    Yuri Gagarin (born March 9, 1934, and died March 27, 1968) was a Soviet cosmonaut and the first human to travel into space, on April 12, 1961, aboard the Vostok 1 spacecraft. His historic flight marked the pinnacle of space exploration, prior to his premature death in a tragic aviation accident.

    27/3/1968
  • Birth

    Yuri Gagarin

    Yuri Gagarin (born March 9, 1934, and died March 27, 1968) was a legendary Soviet cosmonaut. He made history by becoming the first human being to travel into outer space, achieving an absolute milestone in the Space Race and human history.

    27/3/1968
  • Birth

    Tsutomu Shibayama

    Tsutomu Shibayama (born March 9, 1941, and died March 6, 2026) was a legendary Japanese anime director and animator. Globally recognized for his exceptional work on iconic productions like "Doraemon" and "Ranma ½", his creative genius shaped the anime industry, leaving a profound cultural impact that defined the childhoods of millions of fans on a global scale.

    6/3/2026
  • Birth

    Bobby Fischer

    Bobby Fischer (born March 9, 1943, and died January 17, 2008) was an American chess prodigy and Grandmaster. He won the world championship title in 1972 by defeating Boris Spassky in an iconic Cold War duel, consolidating himself as one of the most brilliant and complex minds in the history of the game.

    17/1/2008
  • Birth

    Jef Raskin

    Jef Raskin (born March 9, 1943, and died February 26, 2005) was an American human-computer interface expert and computing pioneer. As the initiator of the Macintosh project at Apple, his revolutionary vision was decisive in the democratization and accessibility of personal computers.

    26/2/2005
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    09/03/2026
  • Birth

    Ornella Muti

    Ornella Muti (b. 1955) is a renowned Italian actress. Internationally recognized for her talent and on-screen magnetism, she has starred in dozens of European and American productions, collaborating with renowned directors and marking an era in European cinema.

  • Birth

    Fernando Luís

    Fernando Luís (b. 1961) is an acclaimed Portuguese actor. With a unique career in television, cinema, and theater, he won over the general public with his versatility, immortalizing iconic roles such as the charismatic Inspector Jorge Mendes in the famous series "Inspetor Max".

  • Birth

    Juliette Binoche

    Juliette Binoche (b. 1964) is an acclaimed French actress and Academy Award winner. With a brilliant filmography that includes works like "The English Patient", "Chocolat", and "The Unbearable Lightness of Being", she is widely considered one of the most versatile and prestigious performers in world cinema.

  • Birth

    🎂 Matteo Salvini

    Matteo Salvini (b. 1973) is a prominent Italian politician and leader of the Lega party. Having served as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, he stands out for his direct communication style and his political agenda firmly focused on national sovereignty and border security.

  • Birth

    Oscar Isaac

    Oscar Isaac (b. 1979) is a versatile and magnetic American actor. In the cinematic masterpiece "Dune", his noble and tragic portrayal of Duke Leto Atreides functions as the ethical anchor and narrative pivot of the entire sci-fi saga.

  • Birth

    Suga (BTS)

    Min Yoon-gi, known as Suga (b. 1993), is an astute South Korean rapper, songwriter, and producer. His incisive production skills helped shape the raw and authentic sonic identity of BTS.

  • History

    Day of St. Francisca Romana

    Saint Frances of Rome (born in 1384 and died March 9, 1440) was an Italian noble and mystic, founder of the Olivetan Oblates of Mary. Venerated for her tireless charitable work during epidemics and deep dedication to the most disadvantaged, she is the patron saint of Rome and motorists.

    9/3/1440
  • History

    Anniversary of the creation of the Ministry of Agriculture

    On March 9, 1918, the Ministry of Agriculture was formally created in Portugal, during the government of Sidónio Pais. The institution took on a central role in defining and developing structural policies vital for the country's agri-food and rural sectors.

  • History

    Anniversary of the introduction of Barbie Doll

    On March 9, 1959, the iconic Barbie doll was introduced to the world at the American International Toy Fair in New York City by Mattel. Created by Ruth Handler, it transcended the status of a toy to become a global cultural phenomenon with a profound impact on the industry.

  • History

    Release of U2's The Joshua Tree album

    On March 9, 1987, the Irish band U2 released "The Joshua Tree", their fifth studio album. Globally acclaimed and winner of the Grammy for Album of the Year, it elevated the group to the status of global superstars with timeless anthems like "With or Without You" and "Where the Streets Have No Name", fusing sociopolitical critique with a sweeping cinematic sound.

  • History

    Anniversary of Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa taking office as PR

    On March 9, 2016, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa took office as President of the Portuguese Republic. Succeeding Aníbal Cavaco Silva, his mandate inaugurated a new phase of institutional closeness and political stability, during a period marked by complex economic and social challenges.

  • Sport

    Grande Prémio de F1 da Arábia Saudita

    Jeddah, Arábia Saudita

    Corrida de Fórmula 1 no Circuito de Rua de Jeddah, Jeddah, Arábia Saudita. Hora: 17:00 GMTCorrida de Fórmula 1 no Circuito de Rua de Jeddah, Jeddah, Arábia Saudita. Hora: 17:00 GMT