Maria Leonor, born in 1920, was a well-known radio announcer in Portugal, being one of the most emblematic voices on national radio for several decades.
Maria Inês Ribeiro da Fonseca, artistically known as Menez (born September 6, 1926, and died April 11, 1995), was a notable Portuguese painter. Self-taught and avant-garde, her art delved into abstractionism and the depth of tones, establishing her as a pillar of contemporary visual arts in Portugal.
Dolores O'Riordan (born September 6, 1971, and died January 15, 2018) was a legendary Irish singer and songwriter. With her distinctive Celtic yodel and passionate lyrics, she led The Cranberries in conquering the alternative rock elite of the 90s.
Idris Elba (b. 1972) is a charismatic and acclaimed British actor. He starred in the real-time thriller "Hijack" as Sam Nelson, an expert corporate negotiator, delivering a formidable, tension-filled performance that gripped audiences worldwide.
Today we celebrate the arrival of the ship "Victoria", the only survivor of Ferdinand Magellan's circumnavigation voyage, to the port of San Lucar, Spain, in 1522.
Today we celebrate the signing of the Agreement on the Lajes Base, established between Portugal and the United States in 1951, allowing the use of the military base by the Americans.
Today we celebrate the appointment of Yasser Arafat as leader of the Palestinian forces, consolidating his position as a central figure in the fight for the Palestinian cause.
Amália Rodrigues, icon of Portuguese fado, was awarded the degree of Commander of Arts and Letters by France in 1985, in recognition of her contribution to culture.