Portuguese American Journal

Portuguese American Journal

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Project Homecoming | Incentives offered for undocumented voluntary self-deportation Milestone | Portugal celebrates 70th anniversary as a UN member Grant opportunity | Gulbenkian Foundation Announces Research Scholarships Book | Baking with Love | By Maria Lawton November 25 | How should the country remember its transition to democracy?
 

Project Homecoming | Incentives offered for undocumented voluntary self-deportation – DHS

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today, December 5, reaffirmed its commitment to reducing undocumented immigration through voluntary departure mechanisms, unveiling the full scope of its “self-deportation” program under Project Homecoming. Under this initiative, undocumented immigrants who choose to depart the United States voluntarily using the CBP Home mobile app will receive a USD$1,000 exit […]

Milestone | Portugal celebrates 70th anniversary as a UN member – United Nations

Seventy years ago, on December 14, 1955, Portugal formally became a member of the United Nations, marking a new chapter in its international engagement. Since then, Portugal has consistently contributed to the defence of peace, human rights, international law and sustainable development within the UN system, becoming a committed, constructive actor on the global stage. […]

Grant opportunity | Gulbenkian Foundation Announces Research Scholarships – Portugal

The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation has announced its Gulbenkian Research Scholarships on Portuguese Culture for Foreigners, supporting international scholars who wish to conduct research in Portugal in the fields of history, literature, and art history, interested in promoting the global study of Portuguese culture. The scholarship program is open to non-Portuguese nationals residing abroad, designed to […]

Book | Baking with Love | By Maria Lawton – Editor’s Note

Baking with Maria and her Avó’s Sweet Recipes for Little Chefs is a warm, inviting introduction to Portuguese home baking—created especially for young chefs learning side-by-side with a grown-up they love. This beautifully illustrated, spiral-bound cookbook is designed to sit flat on the counter, making it easy for little hands and big helpers to bake […]

November 25 | How should the country remember its transition to democracy? – Portugal 

Portugal is marking November 25 with a mix of official ceremonies, political statements, and renewed public debate about the date’s significance in the context of the country’s narrative of its democratic history. Parliamentary ceremonies, combined with political postures inside the Assembly of the Republic, have placed the date at the center of a heated conversation […]

Community | Casa da Saudade Library closing amid public outcry – New Bedford

12 July 2025

Mayor Jon Mitchell of New Bedford has announced the impending closure of Casa da Saudade, the city’s Portuguese-language library branch, as part of sweeping austerity measures following a $10.2 million reduction in the city’s FY2025–26 budget enacted by the New Bedford City Council. Founded in 1971 with federal funds to serve the city’s Portuguese and […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Azores, Books, Cape Verde, Community, Education, Featured, Film, Heritage, Madeira, Music, Organizations, Painting, People, Photography, Portugal

Book | Through the Walls of Solitude: Collection of Poetry | By Álamo Oliveira – Editor’s Note

06 July 2025

In Through the Walls of Solitude, Álamo Oliveira delivers poetry rooted in the emotional and geographical landscapes of the Azores, capturing the soul of island life with piercing clarity and lyrical innovation. His work intertwines personal memory and collective identity, speaking of emigration, rural hardship, historical wounds, and the enduring spirit of Azorean people. Oliveira´s […]

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Posted in Azores, Books, Community, Featured, Heritage, People, Terceira, Uncategorized

In Memoriam | Celebrated writer Álamo Oliveira passed away – Azores

06 July 2025

The Azorean cultural and literary world is mourning the loss of Álamo de Oliveira, the prolific writer, playwright, and cultural advocate who passed away on July 6, 2025, at the age of 80.  Born in the parish of Raminho on Terceira Island, José Henrique Álamo Oliveira leaves behind a lasting legacy as one of the […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Azores, Books, Community, Featured, Heritage, People, Portugal, Terceira, World

In Memoriam | The World’s Tribute to Diogo Jota (1996-2025) – Portugal

05 July 2025

The sudden, tragic death of Diogo Jota, 28, Liverpool and Portugal forward, alongside his younger brother André Silva, 25, in a car accident on 3 July 2025, has sent shockwaves through the global football community. The funeral, held July 5, in Gondomar, Portugal, was the culmination of a national and international period of mourning. The […]

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Posted in Featured, People, Portugal, Sports, World

Honor | Guimarães named European Green Capital 2026 – Brussels, Belgium

02 July 2025

Guimarães, Portugal, has been officially awarded the title of European Green Capital 2026 by the European Commission, recognizing the city’s strong commitment to sustainability, environmental innovation, and community engagement. Guimarães, associated with the foundation and identity of the Portuguese nationality, was selected over fellow finalist cities Heilbronn (Germany) and Klagenfurt (Austria). The European Commission’s Green […]

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Posted in Awards, Featured, Heritage, Portugal, World

Sports | Portugal qualified for the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 – Switzerland

02 July 2025

Portugal’s women’s national football team has officially qualified for the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025, set to take place in Switzerland from July 2 to July 27, 2025. Their continued presence on the European stage reflects growing investment and development in women’s football in Portugal. This marks the team’s third consecutive appearance at the European Championship, […]

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