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Historical events for
Thursday, 20 June 2024

25 Week172 day of year47% of year🌕 Moon
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    Birth

    🎂 Nooshi Dadgostar

    Daughter of Iranian refugees, Nooshi Dadgostar built the reputation of an iron negotiator. Leading the Left Party, she shocked the establishment by bringing down a social democratic government over a proposal to liberalize housing rents, establishing herself as the unyielding guardian of the Swedish welfare state.

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    Birth

    🎂 Mateusz Morawiecki

    A former CEO in the international banking sector, Mateusz Morawiecki brought his financial astuteness to the head of the Government for the national-conservative Law and Justice (PiS) party. He was the grand architect of the model of generous social subsidies in Poland, actively debating in Brussels for his country's legal sovereignty.

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    Jean Moulin

    França

    Jean Moulin, leader of the French resistance during World War II.

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    Martin Landau

    EUA

    Martin James Landau, actor known for his performance in "Ed Wood" and "Mission Impossible".

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    Brian Wilson

    Brian Wilson (b. 1942) is a genius American songwriter and producer. The creative mind of The Beach Boys redefined studio production and pop harmony, composing immortal teenage symphonies like "God Only Knows".

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    Matt Sorum

    Tyler, Texas, EUA

    Guns N' Roses drummer Matt Sorum was born, who joined the band in 1990, replacing Steven Adler, and is known for his powerful style and drumming skills.

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    Tom Wlaschiha

    Alemanha

    Tom Wlaschiha, German actor known for his roles in "Game of Thrones" and "Stranger Things".

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    Chino Moreno

    Chino Moreno (b. 1973) is an ethereal and cathartic American vocalist. As the frontman of Deftones, his perfect balance between atmospheric whispers and abrasive screams shaped the landscape of contemporary alternative metal.

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    Josh Shapiro

    Governor of Pennsylvania and former state Attorney General, Josh Shapiro is noted for his institutional profile and ability to attract bipartisan support. His focus on government efficiency, protecting electoral integrity, and public safety has made him one of the most influential figures in the American center-left.

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    João Manzarra

    Portugal

    João Manzarra, television presenter known for his entertainment programs.

  • History

    Início do Verão

    O Verão começa hoje às 20h51 hora de Lisboa.

  • Culture

    Release of "Tubarão - Jaws"

    "Jaws", released on June 20, 1975, was one of Steven Spielberg's first big hits, revolutionizing the thriller and horror genre and defining the concept of summer blockbuster.