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Historical events for
Thursday, 1 January 2026

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  • Birth

    Jean-Antoine Lépine

    França

    Jean-Antoine Lépine, French watchmaker, known for the invention of Lépine platinum, which revolutionized watchmaking.

    † 19/5/1814
  • Birth

    Antonio Rosa Coat

    Portugal

    António Rosa Casaco, former PIDE inspector, controversial figure in Portuguese history.

    † 30/9/2006
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    Jacques Le Goff

    Jacques Le Goff (born January 1, 1924, and died April 1, 2014) was a notable French historian. Considered one of the world's leading experts on the medieval period, he fundamentally altered the academic perception of the Middle Ages through his approach focused on mentalities and historical anthropology.

    † 1/4/2014
  • Birth

    That's you

    Chinese writer who won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2012

  • Birth

    Kumba Yala

    Kumba Yala (born January 1, 1953, and died April 1, 2014) was a Guinean politician and President of Guinea-Bissau between 2000 and 2003. His political career was marked by periods of severe instability in the country, having been deposed by a military coup.

    † 1/4/2014
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    Jean-Benoît Dunckel

    Jean-Benoît Dunckel (b. 1969) is a sophisticated French musician and producer. As half of the duo Air, his mastery of analog synthesizers helped create the masterpiece "Moon Safari", redefining electronic pop and the "French Touch" movement.

  • Birth

    Gayton McKenzie

    Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture and leader of the Patriotic Alliance, Gayton McKenzie (b. 1974) is one of the GNU’s most mediated figures. With a background of personal rehabilitation and business success, he uses his office to promote social cohesion and support for disadvantaged communities through entertainment and sport.

  • Birth

    Eiichiro Oda

    Japão

    Eiichiro Oda, creator of One Piece, the best-selling manga series in history.

  • Birth

    Sara Aagesen

    Third Vice President and Minister for the Ecological Transition of Spain in Pedro Sánchez's government (1976- ). An engineer by training, she took the lead in transforming the country's environmental and energy policies.

  • History

    Haiti Independence Day

    Haiti

    Haitian Independence Day celebration, commemorating independence from France on January 1, 1804. Celebrations include parades, official ceremonies and cultural events.

  • History

    Sidónio Pais' birthday

    Fourth President of the First Portuguese Republic. Military and political. Mandate: 1918.

  • History

    Montblanc masterpiece

    Anniversary of the launch of the Montblanc Meisterstück pen.

  • History

    Hans Furler becomes President of the European Parliament

    Estrasburgo, França

    Hans Furler of Germany served as President of the European Parliament from 1954 to 1956 and again from 1960 to 1962. He is known for his work in strengthening parliamentary cooperation in Europe.

  • History

    Robert Schuman becomes President of the European Parliament

    Estrasburgo, França

    Robert Schuman of France was President of the European Parliament from 1958 to 1960. He is one of the founders of the European Union and known for the Schuman Plan, which laid the foundation for the European Coal and Steel Community.

  • History

    Cuban Independence Day

    Cuba

    Cuban Independence Day celebration, commemorating Batista's independence on January 1, 1959. Celebrations include parades, official ceremonies and cultural activities throughout the country.

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    Gaetano Martino returns as President of the European Parliament

    Estrasburgo, França

    Gaetano Martino of Italy served as President of the European Parliament from 1962 to 1964. He is remembered for his role in signing the Treaties of Rome, which established the EEC and EURATOM.

  • History

    Acquisition of Audi by Volkswagen

    Alemanha

    Volkswagen acquired a majority stake in Audi, creating one of the largest automotive conglomerates in the world.

  • History

    Acquisition of Daihatsu by Toyota

    Japão

    Toyota acquired a stake in Daihatsu, expanding its product range with small and compact vehicles.

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    Acquisition of Ferrari by Fiat

    Itália

    Fiat acquired a majority stake in Ferrari, which allowed Fiat to expand its presence in the luxury automobile market.

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    Walter Behrendt becomes President of the European Parliament

    Estrasburgo, França

    Walter Behrendt of Germany served as President of the European Parliament from 1971 to 1973. He worked to increase transparency and public participation in Parliament's activities.

  • History

    Kurt Waldheim becomes UN Secretary General

    ONU

    Kurt Waldheim of Austria was the fourth Secretary General, serving from 1972 to 1981, known for his travels to conflict regions.

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    Emilio Colombo becomes President of the European Parliament

    Estrasburgo, França

    Emilio Colombo of Italy was President of the European Parliament from 1977 to 1979. He had a distinguished political career, including a period as Prime Minister of Italy.

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    Simone Veil becomes President of the European Parliament

    Estrasburgo, França

    Simone Veil of France was the first woman to be elected President of the European Parliament, serving from 1979 to 1982. She is remembered for her work in human rights and public health.

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    Piet Dankert becomes President of the European Parliament

    Estrasburgo, França

    Piet Dankert of the Netherlands served as President of the European Parliament from 1982 to 1984. He promoted transparency and citizen participation in European decision-making.

  • History

    Pierre Pflimlin becomes President of the European Parliament

    Estrasburgo, França

    Pierre Pflimlin of France was President of the European Parliament from 1984 to 1987. He had a distinguished political career, including a period as Prime Minister of France.

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    Henry Plumb becomes President of the European Parliament

    Estrasburgo, França

    Henry Plumb of the United Kingdom served as President of the European Parliament from 1987 to 1989. He is known for his work on agricultural and rural development policy.

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    Acquisition of Mini by BMW

    Reino Unido

    BMW purchased the Mini brand, revitalizing it and launching a new generation of vehicles under the Mini brand.

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    Kofi Annan becomes UN Secretary-General

    ONU

    Kofi Annan of Ghana was Secretary-General from 1997 to 2006, winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2001 for his work revitalizing the UN.

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    Acquisition of Kia by Hyundai

    Coreia do Sul

    Hyundai acquired a significant stake in Kia Motors, forming a larger and more integrated automotive group.

  • History

    António Guterres becomes UN Secretary-General

    ONU

    António Guterres (b. 1949) is the Secretary-General of the United Nations and former Prime Minister of Portugal. His global leadership focuses on conflict mediation, human rights defense, and the urgent fight against climate change, being one of the most influential voices in international diplomacy.

  • History

    Roberta Metsola becomes President of the European Parliament

    Estrasburgo, França

    Roberta Metsola, from Malta, is the current President of the European Parliament, taking office in 2022. She promotes transparency and citizen participation in European decisions.

  • History

    Practical Guide: Tide Table and Moon Age

    Reference guide for tide calculation: "Tide times are known by the age of the Moon, dating from the 1st day after the New Moon". For Daylight Saving Time, one hour must be added to standard calculations. Consult the official flood and ebb table for exact precision throughout the year.

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    History

    Sudan National Day

    Celebration of Sudan's National Day, commemorating independence from the United Kingdom and Egypt on January 1, 1956.

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    Culture

    January Proverb

    Popular saying: "Good days in January fool those in February". A traditional expression reflecting popular wisdom about the inconstancy and illusion of the weather at the beginning of the year.