Historical events for
Tuesday, 28 January 2025

Portuguese actor, one of the greatest figures in Portuguese theater and cinema of the 20th century. Protagonist of iconic films such as "A Canção de Lisboa" and "O Pátio das Cantigas".

American artist, leading figure of the abstract expressionist movement. He revolutionized modern art with his unique painting technique.

Dancer, choreographer and actor, considered one of the greatest dancers of the 20th century. His technique revolutionized male classical dance.

French politician, President of the French Republic between 2007 and 2012. Led important economic reforms during his term.

Award-winning Brazilian actress known for notable roles on television and theater.

Henry VIII of England, monarch who established the Anglican Church, dies at the age of 55. Edward VI succeeds him.

During the French Invasions, Brazil's ports opened to international trade, ending the Portuguese commercial monopoly.

Queen Maria II (born April 4, 1819, and died November 15, 1853) was the thirtieth Queen of Portugal. After recovering the crown at the end of the Civil War, her reign was dedicated to consolidating liberalism and promoting national public education.

On March 31, 1889, Gustave Eiffel inaugurated the tower named after him in Paris, hoisting the French flag at the top. Originally built for the World's Fair, it became the supreme symbol of French engineering and the world skyline.

Republicans Afonso Costa, Egas Moniz, João Chagas, António José de Almeida and Luz de Almeida, head of Carbonária, are arrested.

Joaquim Teófilo Braga dies, aged 80, first President of the Provisional Government of the First Republic and second President of the Portuguese Republic.

European celebration coinciding with International Data Privacy Day, focused on raising awareness about the protection of personal data in the European Union.

Established in 2006 by the Council of Europe, it celebrates the signing of Convention 108 (1981) for the protection of personal data. Promotes awareness about digital privacy, including good practices such as using strong passwords, private browsing and careful management of personal data.

The space shuttle Challenger explodes 73 seconds after launch, resulting in the death of all seven crew members.

Torres Couto leaves the leadership of UGT, being succeeded by João Proença.

Steve Jobs presents Apple's first iPad in San Francisco, revolutionizing the tablet market.

Corruption in French football leads to the suspension, for a year, of Bernard Tapie, President of Marseille and "boss" of Adidas.