Horacio Cartes
Paraguayan businessman and president
A businessman and politician in Paraguay, served as the 42nd President from 2013 to 2018. Engaged in various industries, including tobacco, beverages, and finance. Gained prominence in politics through the Colorado Party and won the presidential election in 2013. During presidency, focused on economic reforms, infrastructure development, and enhancing trade relations. Ended term with various achievements in public policy and economic growth.
Served as President of Paraguay from 2013 to 2018
Led the Colorado Party to victory in the 2013 elections
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Mathematician and computer scientist
Born
July 5th, 1953 72 years ago
Contributions to mathematics and computer science include work in algorithm design and computational geometry. Published research in top journals, impacting the fields of data analysis and optimization. Involvement in various collaborative projects that advanced theoretical understanding in computing. Served in academic roles, mentoring future mathematicians and scientists.
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Ice hockey player and team manager
Born
July 5th, 1957 68 years ago
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Baseball player and Hall of Fame reliever
Born
July 5th, 1951 74 years ago
A professional baseball player, celebrated as one of the premier relief pitchers in history. Played primarily for the New York Yankees during the late 1970s and 1980s. His career spanned from 1972 to 1994, featuring stints with several teams, including the Oakland Athletics and the San Diego Padres. Gossage earned numerous accolades, including being inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2008. Renowned for a dominant fastball and intimidating presence on the mound.
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Chilean footballer and Copa América champion
Born
July 5th, 1950 75 years ago
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Continue ReadingLudwig G. Strauss
German physician and academic leader
Born
July 5th, 1949 76 years ago
Died
May 29th, 2013 13 years ago — 63 years old
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Actress known for The Sopranos and Nurse Jackie
Born
July 5th, 1963 62 years ago
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