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Historical events for
Friday, 12 May 2028

  • Birth

    Enoch Godongwana

    As Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana (b. 1962) is the guardian of South Africa’s macroeconomic stability. His management focuses on fiscal consolidation, reducing public debt, and fostering private investment, serving as an essential interlocutor for international markets and global investors.

  • Birth

    Rhea Seehorn

    Rhea Seehorn (b. 1972) is an acclaimed American actress. Her magnetic and nuanced performance as Kim Wexler, the morally complex lawyer in "Better Call Saul", cemented her as one of modern television's most fascinating and beloved characters.

  • Birth

    Very Cool

    Frankfurt, Alemanha

    Tré Cool, drummer for the band Green Day. Cool is known for his energy and drumming style that helped define the band's sound.

  • Birth

    Rishi Sunak

    A former Goldman Sachs banker, Rishi Sunak (b. 1980) made history by becoming the first British leader of Indian descent. With a profile highly focused on budgetary rigor and economic stability, he governed the UK during a complex economic transition, serving as a central figure in the Conservative Party’s tactical modernization.

  • History

    Day of Saints Nereus, Achilleus, and Pancras

    Joint liturgical commemoration in honor of Saints Nereus, Achilleus, and Pancras, venerated as heroic martyrs of the early centuries of Roman Christianity.

  • History

    Day of Blessed Joan of Portugal

    Liturgical memory and municipal holiday in Aveiro dedicated to Blessed Joan of Portugal (Saint Joan the Princess). Daughter of King Afonso V, she abdicated court life to dedicate herself to religion at the Monastery of Jesus in Aveiro.

  • History

    International Nurses Day

    Global commemorative date promoted by the International Council of Nurses. Celebrated on the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, the day honors the tireless dedication and vital importance of nursing professionals in healthcare systems.

  • History

    Assassination Attempt on John Paul II in Fátima

    Pope John Paul II suffers an assassination attempt at the Sanctuary of Fátima, perpetrated by the ultraconservative Spanish priest Juan María Fernández y Krohn, exactly on the eve of the first anniversary of the attack in St. Peter's Square.

  • History

    World Fibromyalgia Day

    Date established to promote public awareness about fibromyalgia, a chronic syndrome characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, aiming to combat stigma and improve early diagnosis and clinical support for patients.

  • History

    European Gum Health Day

    Medical initiative dedicated to educating the population about the crucial importance of gum health and its direct link to overall systemic health and the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

  • Sport

    Sporting wins European Roller Hockey League after 42 years

    Lisboa, Portugal

    Sporting Clube de Portugal became European Roller Hockey Champion after beating FC Porto 5-2 in the European League final, played at Pavilhão João Rocha. This victory marks Sporting's return to European roller hockey titles 42 years after winning the 1977 European Champions Cup. It was the third consecutive European final between two Portuguese teams in the sport, showing the supremacy of Portuguese hockey in Europe. The team was led by Paulo Freitas and featured players such as Ângelo Girão, Gonzalo Romero and Ferran Font.