Kosuke Fukudome
Japanese baseball player and outfielder
Played professional baseball primarily as an outfielder. Achieved significant success in Nippon Professional Baseball and Major League Baseball. Played for the Chunichi Dragons in Japan from 1999 to 2007 and later joined the Chicago Cubs in MLB, where he gained attention for his performance. Contributed to Chunichi Dragons winning the Central League pennant in 2004 and helped the Cubs in their playoff appearances.
Played for the Chunichi Dragons
Debuted with the Chicago Cubs in MLB
Selected to the NPB All-Star Game multiple times
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Anne McLaren
British developmental biologist
Born
April 26th, 1927 98 years ago
Died
July 7th, 2007 18 years ago — 80 years old
Contributions to developmental biology included pioneering work in mammalian embryology and reproductive technology. Played a crucial role in the development of strategies for in vitro fertilization. Collaborated with various research institutions and was active in promoting scientific education and gender equality in science. Served as a faculty member at several esteemed universities, providing mentorship and guidance to numerous students.
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English banker and Lord Mayor of London
Born
April 26th, 1647 378 years ago
Died
January 12th, 1720 306 years ago — 72 years old
A banker and politician served as Lord Mayor of London. Held the office in 1704. Contributed significantly to the financial landscape of London during a period of economic growth and stability. Played a crucial role in local governance, overseeing various civic duties and improvements in the city. His tenure is remembered for its focus on economic prosperity and urban development.
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Drummer for the band Slipknot
Born
April 26th, 1975 50 years ago
Died
July 26th, 2021 4 years ago — 46 years old
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Umayyad Caliph of Córdoba
Born
April 26th, 757 1268 years ago
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German poet and philologist
Born
April 26th, 1787 238 years ago
Died
November 13th, 1862 163 years ago — 75 years old
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Basketball player and coach, All-Star
Born
April 26th, 1927 98 years ago
Died
October 7th, 2015 10 years ago — 88 years old
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