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Historical events for
Sunday, 24 September 2028

  • Birth

    🎂 Paulo Raimundo

    With a strong background in trade union activism and working-class youth grassroots, Paulo Raimundo took the leadership of the Portuguese Communist Party (PCP). Replacing the historic Jerónimo de Sousa, Raimundo represents the continuity of the orthodox communist struggle, centered on the fierce defense of workers' rights and the fight against capital.

  • Birth

    Carl Spitteler

    Swiss writer, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1919

  • Birth

    Scott Fitzgerald

    EUA

    The American writer F. Scott Fitzgerald, author of classics such as *The Great Gatsby*, was born on September 24, 1896.

  • Birth

    Svetlana Beriosova

    União Soviética

    Svetlana Beriosova, Soviet ballerina and one of the main figures of 20th century ballet, was born on September 24, 1932.

  • Birth

    Vicente Lucas

    Portugal

    Former Portuguese football player Vicente Lucas, a Belenenses legend and one of Portuguese football's greatest defenders, was born on September 24, 1935.

  • Birth

    Jim Henson

    EUA

    Jim Henson, creator of the iconic "Muppets" and a fundamental figure in the children's television industry, was born on September 24, 1936.

  • Birth

    Linda McCartney

    EUA

    Linda McCartney, photographer, animal rights activist and wife of Paul McCartney, was born on September 24, 1941.

  • Birth

    Randall Duk Kim

    Randall Duk Kim (b. 1943) is a distinguished Korean-American actor. His portrayal of the Keymaker in "The Matrix Reloaded", a tragic and essential figure for Neo's destiny, became etched in the memory of millions of viewers.

  • Birth

    Pedro Almodovar

    Espanha

    Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar, winner of several international awards, was born on September 24, 1951.

  • History

    Vatican grants cardinalate to Nuncio of Lisbon

    Lisboa, Portugal

    On September 24, 1731, the Vatican granted the title of cardinal to the apostolic nuncio in Lisbon, recognizing the diplomatic and religious importance of the position.

  • History

    Creation of Totobola

    Portugal

    On September 24, 1961, Totobola was launched, the first mutual betting game in Portugal, managed by Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa.

  • History

    Guinea-Bissau National Day

    Guiné-Bissau

    Guinea-Bissau celebrates its National Day on September 24, commemorating its independence from Portugal in 1973.

  • History

    Dia Mundial do Surdo

    Mundo

    O Dia Mundial do Surdo promove os direitos humanos das comunidades surdas e incentiva a aprendizagem de línguas gestuais.

  • History

    Dia Mundial dos Rios

    Global

    O Dia Mundial dos Rios, celebrado no último domingo de setembro, visa aumentar a consciencialização sobre a importância dos rios e cursos de água para o meio ambiente e a sociedade. Foi reconhecido pela primeira vez em 2005, como uma extensão da Década da Água para a Vida das Nações Unidas.

  • History

    International Thyroid Cancer Awareness Day

    Mundial

    International Thyroid Cancer Awareness Day, celebrated on September 24, aims to raise awareness about the diagnosis and treatment of this disease.

  • History

    World Maritime Day

    Mundial

    World Maritime Day, also known as World Maritime Day, is celebrated on September 24 to promote the protection of the oceans and maritime activities.

  • History

    Saint Gerard Sagredo's Day

    Hungria

    Saint Gerardo Sagredo, bishop and martyr, is celebrated on September 24th by the Catholic Church.

  • History

    Day of Our Lady of Mercês

    Mundial

    The feast of Our Lady of Mercês, patron saint of captives, is celebrated on September 24th by the Catholic Church.

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    Day of Blessed Rita Amada de Jesus

    Portugal

    Blessed Rita Amada de Jesus, founder of the Congregation of the Sisters of Jesus Mary, is celebrated on September 24th for her religious devotion.