Leung Kwok-hung
Hong Kong activist and politician
Born in 1956, an activist and politician in Hong Kong, focused on social justice and democracy. Co-founded the League of Social Democrats in 2006, advocating for the rights of citizens. Played a significant role in numerous protests and movements, particularly during the Umbrella Movement in 2014, where demands for democratic reforms gained international attention. Elected as a Legislative Council member in 2004, served until 2008, promoting issues related to housing, education, and labor rights.
Co-founded the League of Social Democrats
Participated in the Umbrella Movement
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Matt Harvey
Baseball pitcher; 2013 All-Star
Born
March 27th, 1989 36 years ago
Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2012 with the New York Mets. Gained prominence as a starting pitcher, particularly during the 2013 season when selected for the All-Star Game. Played a key role in the Mets' rotation, contributing to the team's performance in the postseason. Opponents often faced difficulty in his presence on the mound due to his fastball and changeup combination. Experience included stints with several teams beyond the Mets, demonstrating adaptability throughout career. He faced challenges with injuries impacting his playing time in later years.
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Philosopher and author of 'Evil in Modern Thought'
Born
March 27th, 1955 70 years ago
An American-German philosopher and author specializing in moral philosophy and the history of ideas. Focused on the concept of evil and its implications in modern thought. Wrote extensively on topics including morality, enlightenment, and contemporary politics. Served as the director of the Einstein Forum in Berlin, fostering philosophical discourse.
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Spanish footballer, Stoke City defender
Born
March 27th, 1992 33 years ago
A professional footballer started career at FC Barcelona, progressing through their youth system. Made debut for the first team in 2012, participating in La Liga. Joined Stoke City in 2013, contributing to the team's attempts in the Premier League. Played as a defender, demonstrating versatility on the field. Continued career in Spain after leaving Stoke City.
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Kenyan middle-distance runner, Olympics athlete
Born
March 27th, 1981 44 years ago
Born in 1981, this middle-distance runner specialized in the 5000 meters and 10,000 meters events. Competed in several international competitions, including the Olympic Games and World Championships. Represented Kenya at the highest level and achieved notable podium finishes in various marathons. Transitioned to road racing and continued to achieve strong performances in competitive events.
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Greek footballer, played for Panathinaikos
Born
March 27th, 1998 27 years ago
Born in 1998, this footballer began his career with the youth academy of Panathinaikos. He made his first-team debut in 2018 and quickly established himself as a key player for the team. His performances in the Greek Super League garnered attention and led to a reputation as a talented midfielder. Several seasons were spent at Panathinaikos, contributing to the club's competitive status in domestic and European competitions.
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Dutch cyclist with Olympic participation
Born
March 27th, 1953 72 years ago
Competed in professional cycling events, specializing in road racing. Participated in the 1976 Summer Olympics, representing the Netherlands. Accumulated various national titles throughout the cycling career. Also took part in multiple international competitions during the 1970s.
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