Birth
Niels Bohr
Danish physicist, known for the Bohr model of the atom and the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1922.
† 18/11/1962DIGITAL ALMANAC · EUROPE/LISBON
Historical events for
Monday, 7 October 2024
- Birth
Heinrich Himmler
German politician and SS commander during the Nazi regime, involved in organizing the Holocaust.
† 23/5/1945 - Birth
Desmond Tutu
South African Anglican bishop and human rights activist, Nobel Peace Prize winner in 1984.
† 26/12/2021 - Birth
Vladimir Putin
Rússia
Vladimir Putin, dictator and president of Russia, central figure in global politics, with a long political and security career.
- Birth
Tico Torres
Tico Torres (b. 1953) is a solid and experienced American drummer. The rhythmic engine of Bon Jovi offered a relentless and grandiose beat from day one, essential to sustaining the group's stadium dimension.
- Birth
Yo Yo Ma
Chinese-American cellist acclaimed for promoting classical music to contemporary audiences.
- Birth
Toshimitsu Motegi
With a background in Harvard and the McKinsey consultancy, Toshimitsu Motegi (b. 1955) is the LDP’s master strategist and Secretary-General. As one of the country’s most experienced diplomats and trade negotiators, he played a vital role in shaping Japanese foreign policy and managing complex global trade relations.
- Birth
Nikos Dendias
Considered one of the heavyweights of the New Democracy, Nikos Dendias built a formidable career in the Defense and Foreign Affairs portfolios. He is widely recognized as the main architect of assertive Greek diplomacy in the Eastern Mediterranean, forging vital alliances in a highly tense geopolitical context.
- Birth
Thom Yorke
Thom Yorke (b. 1968) is an avant-garde British musician, singer, and songwriter. As the frontman of Radiohead, his haunting falsetto, experimental compositions, and fusion of rock with electronic music rewrote the rules of contemporary music.
- Birth
Cristiano Ronaldo's first goals for Sporting
The Portuguese "GOAT". Born in Madeira, he became the greatest scorer in the history of football and Real Madrid (451 goals). Captained Portugal in the historic victory of Euro 2016. Winner of 5 Ballon d'Ors and 5 Champions Leagues. His iron discipline and longevity defy the laws of sport.
- History
Day of Our Lady of the Rosary
Religious celebration dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary, celebrated in various parts of the world.
- History
Chemical Paper Patent
The carbon paper patent was registered, revolutionizing document duplication.
- History
Charlie Brown adota o Snoopy
Anniversary of the day Charlie Brown adopted Snoopy, in 1950, in Charles Schulz's comic strips.
- History
Samora Machel's visit to Portugal
Mozambican President Samora Machel's first official visit to Portugal, marking the beginning of new diplomatic relations.
- History
National Castles Day
Day dedicated to the appreciation of Portuguese castles, the country's cultural and historical heritage.
- History
Kidnapping of Achille Lauro
Italian cruise ship hijacked by Palestine Liberation Front militants.
- History
Published by The Independent
The British newspaper "The Independent" was published for the first time, becoming one of the main newspapers in the United Kingdom.
- History
World Decent Work Day
Day promoted to highlight the importance of fair, safe and rights-based working conditions.
- History
James E. Rothman, Randy W. Schekman and Thomas C. Südhof - Nobel Prize in Medicine
Estocolmo, Suécia
The researchers received the award for studies on the vesicular transport system within cells.
- History
Georges Dassis becomes President of the European Economic and Social Committee
Bruxelas, Bélgica
Georges Dassis, from Greece, was president of the EESC, promoting social cohesion and social dialogue.
- History
World Cotton Day
Proclaimed by the UN to highlight the economic and sustainable importance of cotton.
- History
William G. Kaelin Jr., Sir Peter J. Ratcliffe and Gregg L. Semenza - Nobel Prize in Medicine
Estocolmo, Suécia
Award given for his studies on how cells perceive and adapt to oxygen levels.
- History
Dia Mundial da Arquitetura 2024
Mundo
O Dia Mundial da Arquitetura, instaurado desde 1985 e calendarizado para outubro desde 1986, celebra o impacto da arquitetura no desenvolvimento urbano sustentável, promovendo um futuro melhor através do design.
- History
Dia Mundial da Arquitetura
Mundo
O Dia Mundial da Arquitetura celebra o impacto da arquitetura no desenvolvimento urbano sustentável, promovendo um futuro melhor através do design.
- Culture
Patrice Chéreau
French director and filmmaker, who died in 2013, was one of the masters of European theater and cinema.
† 7/10/2013