July 21

Paul Reuter was born in 1816 in Germany and began his career as a bookseller and court reporter. In 1851, he established the Reuters Telegram Company in London, pioneering the use of telegraphy for rapid news transmission. Under his leadership, Reuters developed a network of correspondents and signal stations that provided timely financial and political news. Reuter introduced standardized news codes and pricing models that became industry standards. His innovations transformed news reporting into a global business and laid the groundwork for modern wire services. Reuter retired in 1878 and died in 1899, leaving a lasting legacy in journalism and communications.

Roy Neuberger was born in 1903 and began his Wall Street career at Oppenheimer & Co. before co-founding Neuberger Berman in 1939. Under his guidance, the firm pioneered innovative investment strategies and client-centered asset management. Neuberger's long-term vision emphasized research-driven stock selection and ethical stewardship of capital. Beyond finance, he was a devoted patron of the arts, donating works and funds to leading museums and educational institutions. His philanthropic efforts supported artists, scholars, and cultural programs across the United States. Neuberger lived to 106, passing away in 2010 with a legacy spanning finance and the arts.

Norbert Blüm was a German politician and businessman. He served as Federal Minister for Labor and Social Affairs from 1982 to 1998 under Chancellor Helmut Kohl. Blüm championed social welfare reforms and famously asserted that the pension is safe to defend Germany's retirement system. A member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), he held a seat in the Bundestag for over three decades. Prior to his political career, he gained experience in the private sector, informing his approach to labor issues. After leaving office, Blüm remained active in social causes, advocating for fair labor practices and the rights of senior citizens.

Born on July 21, 1962, in London, Victor Adebowale was created Baron Adebowale in 2007.\nHe has chaired major organizations in the voluntary and public sectors, promoting social care reforms.\nAdebowale served on government advisory boards addressing health, housing, and community development.\nHe founded social enterprises aimed at tackling social exclusion and empowering local communities.\nHis leadership in charity and public service has earned him national honours and a peerage.