Birth
Teophile Gautier
Teophile Gautier, French writer, author of works such as "Mademoiselle de Maupin" and defender of the romantic movement, known for his refined prose and aesthetic poetry.
† 23/10/1872DIGITAL ALMANAC · EUROPE/LISBON
Historical events for
Saturday, 31 August 2024
- Birth
James Coburn
James Coburn, American actor known for his roles in films such as "The Magnificent Seven" and "Our Man Flint", which made him an icon of action cinema.
- Birth
Othello Saraiva de Carvalho
Otelo Saraiva de Carvalho, Portuguese soldier and politician, one of the central figures of the Carnation Revolution, which put an end to the dictatorship in Portugal.
- Birth
Sergio Godinho
Portugal
Sérgio Godinho, Portuguese singer, composer and writer, known for his emblematic songs and albums such as "Os Sobreviventes".
- Birth
Van Morrison
Van Morrison, Northern Irish musician and singer, known for his unique style that mixes rock, jazz and blues, and for iconic albums such as "Astral Weeks" and "Moondance".
- Birth
Richard Gere
Richard Gere, American actor known for his roles in films such as "Pretty Woman" and "Chicago", which established him as one of Hollywood's leading actors.
- Birth
Edwin Moses
Edwin Moses, American athlete, two-time Olympic champion and world record holder in the 400 meter hurdles, considered one of the greatest runners of all time.
- Birth
Sultan Al Jaber
Tasked with the titanic challenge of reconciling the oil industry and green energy, Sultan Al Jaber is simultaneously the CEO of the state-owned oil giant (ADNOC) and the leader of the renewable energy company Masdar. He gained global prominence by presiding over and leading the consensus at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai.
- Birth
Antônio Félix da Costa
Celebration of the birthday of Portuguese driver António Félix da Costa, born on August 31, 1991, Formula E champion and participant in endurance races.
- History
Jack the Ripper's first attack
Today we remember the first attack of Jack the Ripper, who murdered Mary Ann (Polly) Nichols, starting one of the most infamous criminal cases in history.
- History
Start of construction of the Sameiro Sanctuary
Today the beginning of construction of the Sameiro Sanctuary, near Braga, is celebrated, with the laying of the first stone, marking the beginning of an important place of Marian devotion in Portugal.
- History
Start of circulation of Electric Cars in Lisbon
Today we celebrate the start of circulation of the first electric cars in Lisbon, a milestone in the modernization of public transport in the city.
- History
National Day in Malaysia
Today is Malaysia's National Day, marking the country's independence from the United Kingdom on August 31, 1957.
- History
Trinidad and Tobago Independence Day
Trinidad e Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago Independence Day celebration, commemorating independence from the United Kingdom on August 31, 1962. The day is celebrated with parades, official ceremonies and cultural events.
- History
Conquest of the 2nd European marathon title by Rosa Mota (Stuttgart)
Today we celebrate the conquest of the second European marathon title by Rosa Mota, in Stuttgart, with a time of 2:28:38, consolidating her position as one of the greatest marathon runners in the world.
- History
National Day in Kyrgyzstan
Today is Kyrgyzstan's National Day, commemorating the country's independence from the Soviet Union, achieved on August 31, 1991.
- History
National Day in Trinidad and Tobago
Today is National Day of Trinidad and Tobago, commemorating the country's independence, obtained on August 31, 1962.
- History
Saint Raimundo Nonnato's Day
Today we celebrate the Day of Saint Raimundo Nonnato, patron saint of midwives, obstetricians and pregnant women, known for his dedication to the liberation of slaves and the preaching of the Gospel.
- History
Saint Aristides Day
Today we celebrate Saint Aristides' Day, one of the first Christian apologists, known for defending the Christian faith at the beginning of Christianity.
- —History
National Day of Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyz National Day Celebration, commemorating independence from the Soviet Union on August 31, 1991.
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Malaysia National Day
Malaysian Independence Day celebration, marking independence from the United Kingdom on 31 August 1957.
- Sport
Sporting CP vs FC Porto
Liga Portuguesa 24/25 - 4ª Jornada: O FC Porto enfrenta o Sporting CP no Estádio José Alvalade, pelas 20h30 com transmissão na Sport TV 1.