Historical events for
Tuesday, 8 September 2026

Birthday of Bernie Sanders, Senator and historic icon of the American progressive wing.

Richard I, known as the "Lionheart", king of England born in 1157, was famous for his leadership in the Crusades and his courage on the battlefield.

D. Sancho II (born September 8, 1202, and died January 4, 1248) was the fourth King of Portugal. His reign was characterized by great advances in the Reconquista of Alentejo and Algarve, culminating, however, in his deposition by the Pope.

French poet, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1904

Peter Sellers, a British actor born in 1925, is known for his work in films such as "The Pink Panther" and "Dr. Strangelove."

Sérgio Pininfarina, famous Italian automotive designer.

Laura Alves, Portuguese actress born in 1927, was one of the biggest stars of theater and cinema in Portugal during the 20th century.

Alecia Beth Moore, globally acclaimed as P!nk (b. 1979), is a relentless and athletic American pop-rock artist. Her powerful voice, assertive lyrics, and acrobatic live performances make her one of the most respected pillars of contemporary music.

Celebration of Andorra's National Day, also known as the Day of Our Lady of Meritxell, patron saint of the country. The day is marked by processions, masses and cultural events.

Today we celebrate the founding of Harvard University, in 1636, the oldest institution of higher education in the United States and one of the most prestigious in the world.

The Football League began on September 8, 1888, with the participation of 12 clubs, the future English League and one of the oldest and most prestigious football competitions in the world.

On this day, in 1952, Ernest Hemingway's masterpiece, "The Old Man and the Sea", was published, which won him the Pulitzer Prize and later the Nobel Prize for Literature.

Today, International Literacy Day is celebrated, created by UNESCO in 1965, to highlight the importance of literacy for people and societies. It is estimated that 800 million adults in the world are still illiterate.

World Physiotherapy Day is celebrated annually on September 8th, highlighting the fundamental role of physiotherapists in the recovery of people with muscular and skeletal problems.

Today we celebrate Saint Adrian's Day, a Christian martyr from the 4th century who converted to the faith after witnessing the bravery of Christians, ending up being beheaded for his devotion.

Today we celebrate World Cystic Fibrosis Day, an initiative to raise awareness in society about this chronic genetic condition that mainly affects the lungs.

Our Lady's Nativity Day commemorates the birth of the Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus, celebrated nine months after the Immaculate Conception.

Manchester United midfielder