Sherif Ekramy
Egyptian football goalkeeper
A professional football goalkeeper, played for clubs including Al Ahly SC and the Egyptian national team. Career spanned over a decade, with significant contributions to club successes. Participated in major tournaments such as the Africa Cup of Nations and represented Egypt in international competitions.
Played for Al Ahly SC, winning multiple Egyptian Premier League titles
Represented Egypt in the Africa Cup of Nations
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Greg Kihn
Singer-songwriter with 'The Breakup Song'
Born
July 10th, 1949 76 years ago
Died
August 13th, 2024 1 years ago — 75 years old
Active in the music industry since the 1970s, this singer-songwriter gained significant popularity with his hit 'The Breakup Song' in 1981. Kihn began his career in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he established a loyal fan base. Throughout the 1980s, multiple albums were released, charting on Billboard. In addition to his music career, Kihn hosted a radio show and ventured into writing, publishing a series of novels and engaging in various creative projects. His contributions to rock music and radio have shaped his trajectory in the entertainment industry.
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Celebrity pygmy hippopotamus in Thailand
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July 10th, 2024 1 years ago
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Theologian and Reformer of Geneva
Born
July 10th, 1509 516 years ago
Died
May 27th, 1564 461 years ago — 54 years old
A principal figure in the Protestant Reformation, this theologian's work laid the foundations for Reformed Christianity. Led the city of Geneva to become a center of Protestantism. Authored 'Institutes of the Christian Religion,' a seminal text that outlined his theological positions and ecclesiastical governance. His focus on the sovereignty of God and the preaching of the word shaped Reformed doctrine.
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Insurance Executive at Cigna
Born
July 10th, 1974 51 years ago
Died
December 4th, 2024 1 years ago — 50 years old
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Canadian lawyer and politician
Born
July 10th, 1823 202 years ago
Died
May 18th, 1908 117 years ago — 84 years old
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Short Story Writer, Nobel Prize Laureate
Born
July 10th, 1931 94 years ago
Died
May 13th, 2024 1 years ago — 92 years old
Born in Canada in 1931, a prolific short story writer whose works expanded the genre's boundaries, frequently exploring themes of human connection, memory, and identity. The writing process began at an early age, culminating in acclaimed collections such as 'Dance of the Happy Shades' and 'Dear Life'. Achievements included the Nobel Prize in Literature awarded in 2013, recognizing a masterful ability to depict the intricacies of ordinary life. The narratives often reflected the author's own experiences growing up in Ontario, infusing realism and depth into fictional characters.
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