Todd Redmond
Baseball pitcher with Toronto Blue Jays
Played professional baseball primarily as a pitcher. Made MLB debut with the Atlanta Braves in 2013. Joined the Toronto Blue Jays, contributing to the team's pitching rotation. Spent time with other teams in minor league affiliations and earned recognition for strong performances in various games during his career.
Made MLB debut with Atlanta Braves in 2013
Pitched for Toronto Blue Jays in 2013-2014
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Newton Moore
Australian politician, Premier of WA
Born
May 17th, 1870 155 years ago
Died
October 28th, 1936 89 years ago — 66 years old
Served as the 8th Premier of Western Australia from 1910 to 1911. Represented the Liberal Party in the Western Australian Legislative Assembly. Contributed to the development of infrastructure in the state, including railways and roads. Played a significant role in the politics of Western Australia during the early 20th century.
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Costa Rican footballer and national team player
Born
May 17th, 1984 41 years ago
A professional footballer from Costa Rica, contributions included significant stints in both domestic and international leagues. Played primarily as a winger, spending time at clubs such as Saprissa, where multiple league titles were secured. Gained experience in international competitions, representing the national team with appearances in the FIFA World Cup and CONCACAF Gold Cup. Known for speed and skill on the ball, which helped elevate team performance during crucial matches.
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Filipina singer-songwriter and performer
Born
May 17th, 1994 31 years ago
Born in 1994, this artist emerged in the entertainment industry after winning a singing competition in 2008. She gained popularity through performances on television and has released several albums. The artist is also recognized for her work on 'The Clash,' a singing competition show where she served as a host and mentor. In addition to her singing career, she has showcased her talents as a songwriter and actress.
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Singer-songwriter and musician
Born
May 17th, 1984 41 years ago
Born in England, this individual gained prominence as a singer-songwriter and musician. The career began in 2007 with the release of the debut album. Achieved significant recognition with the single 'Let Her Go', which topped charts internationally. The style blends folk and acoustic elements, appealing to a broad audience. Continued to release multiple albums, showcasing a distinctive voice and storytelling ability.
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Microbiologist and parasitologist
Born
May 17th, 1895 130 years ago
Died
January 25th, 1966 60 years ago — 70 years old
A Belarusian-English microbiologist and parasitologist. Conducted significant research on the life cycles of several parasitic diseases. Contributed to studies on the epidemiology and treatment methods of various parasitic infections, particularly those affecting humans. Engaged in academic work and published numerous papers in scientific journals, often focusing on the effects of parasites on health.
Continue ReadingCaroline of Brunswick
Queen consort of King George IV
Born
May 17th, 1768 257 years ago
Died
1821 205 years ago — 53 years old
Born on May 17, 1768, Caroline of Brunswick became the queen consort of King George IV of the United Kingdom. Marriage to George IV occurred in 1795, and the union was tumultuous, marked by personal and political strife. Many public controversies surrounded her, especially regarding their separation in 1814 and subsequent trials that captured public attention. In 1820, George IV attempted to exclude her from his coronation. However, Caroline made a dramatic entrance and was denied entry, which further heightened her popularity among the public. She lived in Italy for the latter part of her life until her death in 1821.
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