Historical events for
Sunday, 7 September 2025

D. Sancho II, was the King of Portugal between 1223 and 1248, son of D. Afonso II and D. Urraca of Castile.

Camilo Pessanha, Portuguese symbolist poet whose work "Clepsidra" influenced Orpheu's generation.

Buddy Holly was one of the pioneers of rock and roll, known for hits such as "Peggy Sue" and "That'll Be the Day".

Catarina Martins, former leader of Bloco de Esquerda (BE), known for her activism in social justice, feminism and workers' rights.

On September 7, 1701, the Treaty of The Hague was signed, which formed the Grand Alliance, uniting Great Britain, the Netherlands and the Holy Roman Empire against France.

On September 7, 1750, D. José I was acclaimed King of Portugal, succeeding his father, D. João V.

Celebration of Brazilian Independence Day, commemorating independence from Portugal on September 7, 1822. Celebrations include civic-military parades, cultural events and musical performances throughout the country.

Mário Gentil Quina and José Manuel Quina won the silver medal in sailing, during the Olympic Games in Rome.

Today is the anniversary of the launch of Mega FM, a radio station that revolutionized the music scene in Portugal with programming focused on young music.

The leader of the Timorese resistance, Xanana Gusmão, was released, under the protection of the British Embassy in Jakarta.

On September 7, 2006, Semanário Sol, a leading Portuguese newspaper, was launched.

Saint Regina's Day is celebrated on September 7th. Saint Regina was a 3rd century Christian martyr who suffered martyrdom in Gaul. Her faith, refusing the promises of a Roman governor, and the mysteries surrounding her death, such as the healing of a white dove, made her a venerated saint in France, Germany and Holland.

Today we celebrate the Day of Blessed Vicente de Santo António, a Christian martyr remembered for his courage and faith.

Today is International Clean Air Day for Blue Skies, a day dedicated to promoting global actions to improve air quality and reduce atmospheric pollution.

Final do último Grand Slam do ano no USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

Corrida de Fórmula 1 no Autódromo Nacional de Monza. Hora: 13:00 GMT

Décima quinta ronda do MotoGP 2025 no Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Hora: 13:00 GMT