Historical events for
Monday, 14 September 2026

Peter Lely, born on September 14, 1617, was a prominent Baroque painter of Dutch origin. He made a career in England, where he became official court painter to King Charles II.

Alexander von Humbolt, German explorer and scientist, considered the father of modern plant geography.

Ivan Pavlov, Russian scientist, pioneer in studies on classical conditioning, which earned him the Nobel Prize in Physiology.

Jan Garrige Masaryk, Czechoslovak statesman and diplomat, known for his role in the creation of Czechoslovakia.

Renzo Piano, Italian architect, famous for his works such as the Pompidou Center in Paris.

Vitorino Salomé Vieira, Portuguese singer and composer, recognized for his popular music.

João Augusto Nunes de Araújo Semedo, Portuguese doctor and politician, defender of patients' rights.

Dmitry Medvedev, Russian politician, former president and prime minister of Russia.

James Louis McCartney, musician and son of Paul McCartney.

As Governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis emerged as one of the most influential leaders of the American conservative right. With a stance focused on state sovereignty and combating federal bureaucracy, he has become a central figure in the debate over the Republican Party's traditional values and economic management.

On September 14, 1848, Costa Rica officially adopted its flag and coat of arms, celebrating its national identity.

On September 14, 1891, football saw the first penalty in its history, in a game between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Accrington Stanley, in England. This new regulation emerged as a way of punishing serious infractions within the penalty area, becoming one of the most iconic rules in sport.

The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was created on September 14, 1960, in Baghdad, at the initiative of five founding countries: Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Venezuela.

The new Estádio da Luz, home of Sport Lisboa and Benfica, was presented to the press on September 13, 2003. With an impressive capacity for around 120,000 spectators, it was a significant milestone in the history of sport in Portugal. This modern stadium was designed to replace the previous one, offering state-of-the-art infrastructure to host major events, including the Euro 2004 final.

World Atopic Dermatitis Day is celebrated on September 14 to raise awareness about this chronic inflammatory skin condition. Atopic dermatitis affects millions of people around the world, causing discomfort and impacting quality of life. The date serves to promote early diagnosis and effective treatments.

The Day of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross is celebrated annually on September 13, commemorating the discovery of the true cross of Christ by Empress Helena.