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Historical events for
Tuesday, 16 July 2024

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  • Birth

    Barbara Stanwyck

    EUA

    American actress known for her roles in films such as "Double Indemnity" and "Stella Dallas."

    † 20/1/1990
  • Birth

    Ginger Rogers

    EUA

    American actress and dancer, famous for her partnerships with Fred Astaire in several musicals.

    † 25/4/1995
  • Birth

    Mario Dionísio

    Portugal

    Portuguese university professor and writer, known for his contributions to literature and literary criticism.

    † 17/11/1993
  • Birth

    Fatboy Slim

    Reino Unido

    British musician and DJ known for hits like "Praise You" and "Weapon of Choice."

  • Birth

    Miguel Induráin

    Espanha

    Spanish cyclist, winner of five consecutive editions of the Tour de France.

  • Birth

    Sahra Wagenknecht

    A renowned intellectual and politician, Sahra Wagenknecht (b. 1969) founded her own movement (BSW) after breaking with the traditional Left. Blending economic protectionism with a conservative social and migration stance, she has captured a cross-cutting support base, shifting Germany’s contemporary party balance.

  • History

    Battle of the Navas de Tolosa

    Espanha

    Castile, Navarre and Aragon, with the army of Afonso II of Portugal, defeated the Almohad Moors and prevented the expansion of Islam.

  • History

    Jewish arrests in Paris

    França

    Nazi forces, with the support of the French police, arrested 13,000 Jews, including 4,000 children, sending them to extermination camps.

  • History

    Rui Costa's victory in the Tour de France

    França

    Portuguese cyclist Rui Costa wins the 16th stage of the Tour de France, from Vaison-la-Romaine to Gap, achieving his second victory in the French race.

  • History

    Amazon Prime Day 2024

    Online

    Evento anual de vendas exclusivo para membros do Amazon Prime, oferecendo grandes descontos em uma variedade de produtos, incluindo eletrônicos e tecnologia.

  • History

    Roberta Metsola is re-elected President of the European Parliament

    Estrasburgo, França

    Roberta Metsola of Malta has been re-elected President of the European Parliament in 2024. She will continue to lead the European Parliament, focusing on issues such as transparency and citizen participation in European decisions. His term began on January 1, 2025.

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    History

    Day of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

    Global

    Liturgical festival in honor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, patron saint of the Order of Mount Carmel.

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    History

    World Snake Day

    Global

    Commemorative day to raise awareness about snakes and their conservation.

  • Culture

    Inception

    Estados Unidos

    On this day, the film "Inception" was released, a science fiction thriller with a premise centered on dream invasions. It was a global success, standing out for its innovative visuals and multifaceted plot, created by the mind of Christopher Nolan.