Historical events for
Friday, 16 January 2026

Jean Van Hamme, the Belgian screenwriter, creator of series such as XIII, Largo Winch, and Thorgal.

Garth Ennis, creator of Preacher, one of the most iconic and controversial series in modern comics.

Kate Moss (b. 1974) is the most transgressive and iconic British supermodel of her generation. Subverting the industry mold, her "heroin chic" aesthetic and natural rebelliousness led the 1990s grunge style revolution, making her an unparalleled cultural icon.

Mélanie Joly (b. 1979) is an influential Canadian politician. As Minister of Foreign Affairs, she became the face of Canada's diplomacy in an era of complex global tensions. Her agenda focuses on the Indo-Pacific strategy, strengthening ties with the Arctic, and maintaining national influence in vital forums such as the G7 and NATO.

Walter Hallstein of Germany was the first President of the European Commission, serving from 1958 to 1967. He is known for promoting European integration and being one of the architects of the European Common Market.

The merger between the PSA group (Peugeot, Citroën and Opel) and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles creates Stellantis, resulting in a synergy of 8.4 billion euros and forming one of the largest car manufacturers in the world.