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Heritage | Portugal one of the most peaceful nations Day of Portugal | US Secretary of State Marco Rubio honors Portugal June 10th | Day of Portugal celebrations underway at home and across the diaspora Diplomacy | Portugal elected to the United Nations Security Council World Cup
 

Heritage | Portugal one of the most peaceful nations – Global Peace Index

Portugal has once again been recognized as one of the safest and most peaceful nations on the planet, ranking 7th globally in the latest Global Peace Index (GPI), published by the Institute for Economics and Peace.  Portugal has consistently ranked among the world’s safest destinations for residents, visitors, and investors alike. The country previously reached […]

Day of Portugal | US Secretary of State Marco Rubio honors Portugal –  Washington, DC

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued an official statement on June 10, 2026, marking Portugal Day, officially known as “Dia de Portugal, de Camões e das Comunidades Portuguesas” (Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities). In his message, Secretary Rubio emphasized the historic friendship between the two countries, highlighting shared democratic values, economic […]

June 10th | Day of Portugal celebrations underway at home and across the diaspora – Terceira, Azores

On June 10, 2026, Portugal celebrates its National Day, officially known as Dia de Portugal, de Camões e das Comunidades Portuguesas (Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities). The annual observance honors Portugal’s history, culture, and the contributions of Portuguese communities around the world. The holiday also commemorates the legacy of Portugal’s sixteenth-century poet,  […]

Diplomacy | Portugal elected to the United Nations Security Council – New York, NY

Portugal was elected on Wednesday as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the 2027–2028 term, marking the fourth time the country has secured a seat on the UN’s principal body for maintaining international peace and security. Portugal previously served on the Council in 1979–1980, 1997–1998, and 2011–2012. “We were members of […]

World Cup’26 | Portuguese squad among the leading contenders – Portugal

Portugal’s squad is preparing for one of the nation’s strongest FIFA World Cup campaigns in history as the ‘Seleção’ heads to the 2026 tournament hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Led by head coach Roberto Martínez, Portugal enters the tournament among the leading contenders for the championship. Drawn into Group K, Portugal will […]

Community | Fall River to host NY Portuguese Short Film Festival – Massachusetts

29 October 2025

The Arte Institute is bringing the NY Portuguese Short Film Festival (NYPSFF) to Southeastern Massachusetts, with free screenings on November 10 at Bristol Community College’s Fall River Campus.  Presented in partnership with LusoCentro, the event highlights some of the most innovative works by emerging Portuguese filmmakers, connecting Portugal’s contemporary cinema to one of the largest […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Azores, Community, Entertainment, Featured, Film, Heritage, Portugal, World

Book | Asterix in Lusitania | By Rene Goscinny et al – Editor’s Note

28 October 2025

Asterix in Lusitania, the newly announced volume of the legendary French-Belgian comic series, has been hailed as a heartfelt tribute to Portugal’s rich history, culture, and national identity. The book marks the first time Asterix and Obelix travel to ancient Lusitania, bringing the Iberian Atlantic frontier to life with humor, creativity, and a deep respect […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Books, Featured, Heritage, World

Hate crime | Explosion severely damages Casa da Madeira in Toronto – Canada

23 October 2025

Casa da Madeira, one of the oldest and most respected Portuguese community institutions in Toronto, suffered extensive structural damage following a criminal act that led to an explosion at its premises on 1621 Dupont Street. The incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday morning, when an individual reportedly entered the building carrying an accelerant […]

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Posted in Community, Featured, Madeira, Organizations, People, Portugal, World

SATA Airlines | Workers stage labor mobilization over airline’s future – Azores

23 October 2025

SATA Airlines workers and the SATA Group are staging a labor mobilization by calling for an ‘extraordinary plenary’ in Ponta Delgada on Friday. The extraordinary meeting, convened by the SATA Air Açores Workers’ Committee, follows a street demonstration held three weeks ago and reflects the workforce’s growing anxiety over the future of the public airline […]

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Posted in Azores, Community, Featured, World

National icon | Francisco Pinto Balsemão dies at age 88 – Portugal

22 October 2025

Portugal and the international community are mourning the passing of Francisco Pinto Balsemão, former Prime Minister of Portugal and founder of the Expresso newspaper and Impresa media group, who died on October 21, 2025, at the age of 88. His death marks the end of a remarkable career that bridged politics, journalism, and business, leaving […]

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Posted in Featured, People, Portugal, World

Community | International Colloquium on Portuguese Migration and Mill Work in New England – UMassD

21 October 2025

The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth will host an international colloquium titled “Portuguese Migration and Mill Work in New England: Past, Present, and Future of Portuguese American Studies” on Friday, October 24 and Saturday, October 25 in the Claire T. Carney Library Grand Reading Room.  This two-day event will assess the contributions of the recently published volume Migration […]

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