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Guilhermina Suggia
Internationally renowned Portuguese cellist, pioneer in solo cello playing and known for her virtuoso performances. Born in 1885.
† 30/7/1950DIGITAL ALMANAC · EUROPE/LISBON
Historical events for
Thursday, 27 June 2024
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Isabelle Adjani
Successful French actress, winner of five César Awards. Known for films such as "Queen Margot" and "Possession".
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Teresa Guilherme
Portuguese television presenter and producer famous for her work on reality television programs such as"Big Brother."
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Maria João Monteiro Grancha
Portuguese jazz singer, recognized for her vocal talent and her collaborations with internationally renowned musicians, e.g. Mário Laginha.
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Daniel Helldén
Daniel Helldén gained notoriety as the controversial and revolutionary traffic commissioner of Stockholm, where he redesigned the capital to favor pedestrians and cyclists. As a spokesperson for the Green Party, he took this same reformist impetus to the national level, advocating for the complete elimination of fossil fuels.
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Tobey Maguire
American actor known for his role as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in the "Spider-Man" film trilogy directed by Sam Raimi.
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Leigh Nash (Sixpence None the Richer)
Leigh Nash (b. 1976) is a crystalline American vocalist. As the voice of Sixpence None the Richer, her sweet and nostalgic interpretation immortalized the mega-hit "Kiss Me", one of the biggest pop-rock milestones of the 90s.
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Day of St. Cyril of Alexandria (Bishop)
Commemoration of St. Cyril of Alexandria, bishop and doctor of the Church, known for his role in defending Christian orthodoxy against heresies in the 5th century.
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World Industrial Workers Day
World Industrial Workers Day honors industrial workers for their essential contribution to society, through the goods they produce. The date coincides with the founding, in 1905, of the Industrial Workers of the World, an international union based in Chicago, which defends the rights of industrial workers around the world. Among its famous members are Noam Chomsky (linguist, philosopher, cognitive scientist, historian, social activist), Helen Keller (American author, activist and speaker) and Tom Morello (guitarist Rage Against Machine and Audioslave).
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Djibouti National Day
Commemoration of Djibouti's independence from France, celebrating the country's freedom and history.
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National Prison Guard Day
Day implemented in 2010 to recognize and celebrate the work of prison guards in ensuring security and order in penitentiary institutions.
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Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Day
Celebration of micro, small and medium-sized companies, recognizing their essential contribution to the global economy and job creation.
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António Costa is elected President of the European Council
Bruxelas, Bélgica
António Costa, former Prime Minister of Portugal, was elected President of the European Council in 2024. He is the first Portuguese to hold this position, standing out for his leadership on European issues and his commitment to European integration and solidarity.
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António Costa confirmed as President of the European Council
António Costa, former Prime Minister of Portugal, was confirmed as President of the European Council, marking a new chapter in his political career and leadership of the European Union.