Will Penisini
Rugby league player for Parramatta Eels
Born in 2002, this Australian-Tongan rugby league player started his career in the NRL with the Parramatta Eels. Debuted in 2021 and played as a center. Gained attention for strong performances and development as a player. Contributed to the team's campaigns during the 2021 and 2022 seasons.
Debuted in the NRL with Parramatta Eels in 2021
Played as a center in multiple seasons
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Réka Luca Jani
Hungarian tennis player and competitor
Born
July 31st, 1991 34 years ago
Competed on the professional tennis circuit primarily in singles and doubles events. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 70 in August 2015. Participated in major tournaments such as the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open. Excelled in doubles, with a highest ranking of World No. 82. Represented Hungary in international competitions including the Fed Cup.
Continue ReadingS. S. Kresge
Businessman, founder of Kmart
Born
July 31st, 1867 158 years ago
Died
1966 60 years ago — 99 years old
Founder of Kmart, a discount store chain, established Kresge & Company in 1899. Expanded the business into a national chain, which became a significant competitor in the retail market. Kmart revolutionized discount retailing by offering a wide range of products at lower prices. The first Kmart store opened in 1962, marking the company as a key player in the retail industry.
Continue ReadingVictoria Azarenka
Belarusian tennis player, two-time Grand Slam champion
Born
July 31st, 1989 36 years ago
This Belarusian tennis player achieved significant success in women's singles tennis. Azarenka won the Australian Open in 2012 and 2013, becoming the first Belarusian player to win a Grand Slam title. Consistent performances propelled her to the world No. 1 ranking in 2012. Additional achievements include reaching the finals of the US Open in 2009 and 2015. Azarenka also played a pivotal role in Belarus's national team during the Fed Cup competition, contributing to their remarkable performances.
Continue ReadingAlan Autry
Football player and Mayor of Fresno
Born
July 31st, 1952 73 years ago
Played quarterback in the National Football League for the Green Bay Packers and the Buffalo Bills. Transitioned to acting with a prominent role in the CBS series 'In the Heat of the Night'. Served as the 23rd Mayor of Fresno, California from 2001 to 2009. Engaged in various community projects and initiatives during tenure as mayor.
Continue ReadingRobert C. Merton
Economist and Nobel Prize laureate
Born
July 31st, 1944 81 years ago
Significant contributions to financial economics. Developed the Black-Scholes model for option pricing alongside Fischer Black and Myron Scholes, earning a Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 1997. Contributed to the development of risk management techniques and dynamic asset allocation strategies. Held academic positions at renowned institutions, including Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University. Published numerous influential papers and books in finance, shaping the understanding of derivative instruments and market behavior.
Continue ReadingJoão Gomes
Brazilian singer and songwriter
Born
July 31st, 2002 23 years ago
Emergence as a prominent figure in Brazilian music occurred with the release of the single 'Meu Pedaço de Pecado', which achieved widespread popularity. Notable for blending genres such as sertanejo and pagode, contributed to the modern sound of Brazilian pop. Debut album 'Eu Sou João' further solidified presence in the music industry, showcasing a range of emotional themes and lyrical depth established early as a influential voice among the youth of Brazil.
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