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Historical events for
Monday, 31 August 2026

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  • Birth

    Teophile Gautier

    Teophile Gautier, French writer, author of works such as "Mademoiselle de Maupin" and defender of the romantic movement, known for his refined prose and aesthetic poetry.

    † 23/10/1872
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    James Coburn

    James Coburn, American actor known for his roles in films such as "The Magnificent Seven" and "Our Man Flint", which made him an icon of action cinema.

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    Othello Saraiva de Carvalho

    Otelo Saraiva de Carvalho, Portuguese soldier and politician, one of the central figures of the Carnation Revolution, which put an end to the dictatorship in Portugal.

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    Sergio Godinho

    Portugal

    Sérgio Godinho, Portuguese singer, composer and writer, known for his emblematic songs and albums such as "Os Sobreviventes".

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    Van Morrison

    Van Morrison, Northern Irish musician and singer, known for his unique style that mixes rock, jazz and blues, and for iconic albums such as "Astral Weeks" and "Moondance".

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    Richard Gere

    Richard Gere, American actor known for his roles in films such as "Pretty Woman" and "Chicago", which established him as one of Hollywood's leading actors.

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    Edwin Moses

    Edwin Moses, American athlete, two-time Olympic champion and world record holder in the 400 meter hurdles, considered one of the greatest runners of all time.

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    Sultan Al Jaber

    Tasked with the titanic challenge of reconciling the oil industry and green energy, Sultan Al Jaber is simultaneously the CEO of the state-owned oil giant (ADNOC) and the leader of the renewable energy company Masdar. He gained global prominence by presiding over and leading the consensus at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai.

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    Antônio Félix da Costa

    Celebration of the birthday of Portuguese driver António Félix da Costa, born on August 31, 1991, Formula E champion and participant in endurance races.

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    Jack the Ripper's first attack

    Today we remember the first attack of Jack the Ripper, who murdered Mary Ann (Polly) Nichols, starting one of the most infamous criminal cases in history.

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    Start of construction of the Sameiro Sanctuary

    Today the beginning of construction of the Sameiro Sanctuary, near Braga, is celebrated, with the laying of the first stone, marking the beginning of an important place of Marian devotion in Portugal.

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    National Day in Malaysia

    Today is Malaysia's National Day, marking the country's independence from the United Kingdom on August 31, 1957.

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    Trinidad and Tobago Independence Day

    Trinidad e Tobago

    Trinidad and Tobago Independence Day celebration, commemorating independence from the United Kingdom on August 31, 1962. The day is celebrated with parades, official ceremonies and cultural events.

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    National Day in Kyrgyzstan

    Today is Kyrgyzstan's National Day, commemorating the country's independence from the Soviet Union, achieved on August 31, 1991.

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    National Day in Trinidad and Tobago

    Today is National Day of Trinidad and Tobago, commemorating the country's independence, obtained on August 31, 1962.

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    Saint Raimundo Nonnato's Day

    Today we celebrate the Day of Saint Raimundo Nonnato, patron saint of midwives, obstetricians and pregnant women, known for his dedication to the liberation of slaves and the preaching of the Gospel.

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    Saint Aristides Day

    Today we celebrate Saint Aristides' Day, one of the first Christian apologists, known for defending the Christian faith at the beginning of Christianity.

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    Malaysia National Day

    Malaysian Independence Day celebration, marking independence from the United Kingdom on 31 August 1957.

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    National Day of Kyrgyzstan

    Kyrgyz National Day Celebration, commemorating independence from the Soviet Union on August 31, 1991.