Historical events for
Thursday, 9 July 2026

Born in 1923, essayist and teacher, she is remembered for her significant contributions to literature and education in Portugal.

Born 1937, British painter. Remembered for his artistic innovations, iconic works: "A Bigger Splash" and "Mr and Mrs Clark and Percy", use of technology in art and significant cultural contributions.

Bon Scott (born July 9, 1946, and died February 19, 1980) was a charismatic British-Australian vocalist. His raspy voice and irreverent lyrics fronting AC/DC helped catapult the band to global rock stardom.

Born in 1947, actor and American football player, known both for his sporting achievements and the controversial murder trial in which he was acquitted.

Angus Young, guitarist and co-founder of the band AC/DC, famous for his guitar style and iconic school uniforms, was born.

Tom Hanks, American actor, known for iconic films such as "Forrest Gump" and "Cast Away".

Jim Kerr (b. 1959) is a charismatic Scottish vocalist. Frontman of Simple Minds, his deep, epic voice helped the band transition from post-punk to the top of the global charts with the immortal anthem "Don't You (Forget About Me)".

Jack White (b. 1975) is a virtuoso American guitarist, vocalist, and producer. His analog genius fronting The White Stripes rescued the essence of raw, minimalist blues-rock for contemporary masses.

Mick Gordon (b. 1985) is an innovative Australian composer and producer. His brutal and heavy sound design, fusing extreme metal synthesized guitars with electronics in the "DOOM" and "Wolfenstein" games, redefined musical aggressiveness in video games.

Celebrating the day of Saint Veronica by Giuliani, Italian abbess.

Celebration of Argentine Independence Day.

The liberal forces of D. Pedro IV occupy Porto.

Assumes the Presidency of the Portuguese Republic.

Celebrating the day of Saint Paulina, the first canonized saint in Brazil.

An earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter scale hits the north coast of Faial Island, Azores, leaving eight dead, 110 injured and more than 1,500 homeless.

The President of the Republic, Jorge Sampaio, invites the leader of the PSD, Pedro Santana Lopes, to form a Government.

The director Joaquim Benite, director of the Municipal Theater of Almada, receives the degree of Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters of France.

Wins the 16th stage of the Tour de France on bicycle (Aigurande and Super-Besse).

Celebration of South Sudan National Day. This day marks the independence of South Sudan, which occurred on July 9, 2011, when it became independent from Sudan.

Annual celebration marking the official unveiling of the fan club name for the acclaimed South Korean group BTS in 2013, about a month after their debut. The acronym ARMY stands for Adorable Representative M.C. for Youth, symbolizing the unity and global strength of the fans who support the group's journey.

On July 9, 2024, a small satellite (nano-satellite) developed by Instituto Superior Técnico was successfully launched aboard the new European rocket Ariane 6. This satellite, ISTSat-1, is the third Portuguese satellite to go into space and the first developed by a Portuguese university. The launch, carried out by the European Space Agency, marks an important advance for Portuguese science and technology. The satellite, which has the mission of monitoring aircraft signals around the world, is a milestone for teaching and research in Portugal.

Promoting global peace and security through disarmament, this date aims to raise awareness of the need to reduce weapons arsenals and prevent armed conflicts.

Fulham midfielder known for his defensive ability, accurate passing and significant contribution to the Portuguese national team.