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Historical events for
Monday, 23 November 2026

  • Birth

    Rafi Eitan

    Rafael "Rafi" Eitan, Israeli spy and politician. A legendary figure in Israeli intelligence, he directed the operation that captured Adolf Eichmann in Argentina in 1960. As head of Mossad operations, he participated in numerous espionage missions in the service of Israel. Later, he was a minister in the Israeli government and headed Lakam, a scientific intelligence agency. Controversial, he was involved in the Jonathan Pollard case, which caused tensions in relations between Israel and the USA. In the last phase of his life, he dedicated himself to politics and became a recognized visual artist. He passed away in Tel Aviv on March 23, 2019, aged 92.

    23/3/2019
  • Birth

    Herberto Helder

    Herberto Helder Luís Bernardes de Oliveira, Portuguese poet. One of the most important and enigmatic poets in the Portuguese language of the 20th century, he systematically refused awards and avoided public recognition. His poetry, deeply original and innovative, is characterized by linguistic experimentalism, hermeticism and the magical and transformative dimension of the word. Works such as "O Amor em Visita", "A Colher na Boca" and "Photomaton & Vox" revolutionized contemporary Portuguese poetry. He also worked as a journalist and translator, always maintaining a discreet and reserved life. He passed away in Cascais on March 23, 2015, aged 84.

    23/3/2015
  • Birth

    Chuck Schumer

    Cristóvão Chume (b. 1968) is an experienced Mozambican military leader and politician. As Minister of National Defense, he is in charge of the country's complex security strategy, focusing on modernizing the Armed Forces and international cooperation to ensure territorial stability.

  • Birth

    Mike Dirnt

    Oakland, Califórnia, EUA

    Mike Dirnt, bassist for the band Green Day. Dirnt is known for his distinctive bass style and for being a founding member of the band.

  • Birth

    Ronald Lamola

    Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola (b. 1976) represents the ANC’s new generation of leadership. A lawyer by training, he gained global prominence through his legal and diplomatic actions in international bodies, serving as a key figure in South Africa’s geopolitical strategy and within BRICS+.

  • Birth

    Miley Cyrus

    Miley Cyrus (b. 1992) is a versatile and bold American singer. Her chameleonic ability to transition between pure pop, country, and rock, allied with a powerful raspy voice, cemented her enduring place in entertainment royalty.

  • History

    Release of the album Chinese Democracy

    EUA

    After a long period of production, this Guns N' Roses album includes tracks such as "Chinese Democracy" and "Better". It represents a new sound for the band led by Axl Rose.