Historical events for
Saturday, 10 October 2026

Giuseppe Verdi, Italian composer, author of iconic operas such as "La Traviata" and "Falstaff."

Mirita Casimiro, Portuguese actress, one of the most recognized stars of national theater and cinema.

Thelonious Monk, jazz pianist and composer, considered one of the greatest innovators in the history of jazz.

Fernando Santos, engineer and football coach, who led the Portuguese team to win the European Championship in 2016.

Miguel Falabella, Brazilian actor, director and author, known for his work on television, cinema and theater in Brazil.

Entrepreneur and former Mayor of San Francisco, Gavin Newsom consolidated himself as Governor of California, leading the fifth largest economy in the world. He is one of the most prominent and combative voices in the progressive field, often identified as a key strategist for the Democratic Party's national future.

On October 10, 1938, Nazi Germany, under the command of Adolf Hitler, completed the occupation of Czechoslovakia.

On October 10, 1969, the Swedish Government publicly condemned Portugal's colonial policy in Africa, criticizing the practices of the Estado Novo regime and expressing solidarity with the liberation movements. Sweden reinforced economic and diplomatic support for organizations such as Frelimo, in Mozambique, and PAIGC, in Guinea-Bissau, which were fighting for the independence of Portuguese colonies.

Celebration of Fiji's National Day, commemorating independence from the United Kingdom on October 10, 1970.

World Mental Health Day, celebrated on October 10, aims to raise awareness of mental health problems and mobilize efforts to improve mental well-being around the world.

World Day Against the Death Penalty promotes the abolition of capital punishment across the world, calling for respect for human rights and life.

This day is dedicated to raising awareness of palliative care, which is fundamental in monitoring terminally ill patients, providing quality of life and dignity.

World Audiologist Day highlights the role of these professionals in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of hearing problems.

Celebration in honor of Saint Daniel Comboni, Italian bishop and missionary dedicated to evangelization and education in Africa, founder of the Comboni Missionaries.

South Korean writer Han Kang was awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize for Literature. Recognized for her poetic and intense prose, Han Kang addresses historical traumas and the fragility of human life in her works, being especially acclaimed for her book "The Vegetarian".

The Moon enters the New Moon phase at 16:50 (Legal Time).

Celebration of Fiji's National Day, commemorating independence from the United Kingdom on October 10, 1970.