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June 10th | Day of Portugal celebrations underway at home and across the diaspora Diplomacy | Portugal elected to the United Nations Security Council World Cup Book | Miracle of the Roses | By Angela Costa Simões | Editor’s Note Travel Alert | General strike expected to disrupt air travel
 

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 […]

Book | Miracle of the Roses | By Angela Costa Simões | Editor’s Note

Miracle of the Roses is a beautifully crafted book that brings to life one of the most beloved legends of Queen Saint Isabel of Portugal-a story of quiet courage, compassion, and unwavering faith. Through engaging storytelling and thoughtfully designed pages, readers are invited to discover the powerful moment when an act of hidden charity was […]

Travel Alert | General strike expected to disrupt air travel – Portugal

A nationwide general strike is expected to cause major disruptions at airports across Portugal on June 3, 2026, with more than 500 flights potentially affected or canceled. Airport authorities and airlines are warning travelers that disruptions may extend beyond the strike day itself, affecting flights on June 2 and June 4 as aircraft and crews […]

Travel:  Azores Airlines returns to Providence Green Airport starting June 8 – Rhode Island

31 May 2018

This summer the Azores Airlines will resume its very popular nonstop Providence service, from Green Airport to Ponta Delgada, Azores, for the convenience of the travelers in Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts and Eastern Connecticut. The airline will also offer 11 weekly flights from Boston Logan Airport to both São Miguel and Terceira islands. The flight […]

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Posted in Azores, Community, Featured, Heritage, Organizations, People, Portugal, São Miguel, Terceira, Travel, World

Parliament: Portuguese lawmakers reject euthanasia and assisted suicide– Portugal

29 May 2018

Portuguese lawmakers voted this week to reject a bill to legalize euthanasia and doctor assisted suicide for terminal patients. The bill, proposed by the ruling Socialist Party, almost succeed, failing on a 115-110 vote with four abstentions, folowing a heated debate where lawmakers were asked to vote according their conscience independently of their party affiliation. […]

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Posted in Featured, Organizations, People, Politics, Portugal, World

Update: Permanent Bilateral Commission meeting was constructive – Washington, DC

25 May 2018

The President of the Government of the Azores, Vasco Cordeiro, considered that the meeting with the Permanent Bilateral Commission, held in Washington, DC this week, was “constructive” and that the United States had presented more effective and concrete actions regarding the environmental decontamination process on Terceira island. “With regard to the environmental issue, which is […]

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Travel: Delta Air Lines first flight to Ponta Delgada carried 193 passengers – Azores

25 May 2018

On Friday, May 25, Delta Air Lines arrived at the airport of Ponta Delgada, carrying 193 passengers, on its first flight between New York and the Azores. The Delta seasonal New York route to Ponta Delgada takes place five times a week, except on Monday and Wednesday. On the same date, Delta also launched a […]

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Posted in Azores, Canada, Cape Verde, Community, Featured, Madeira, Organizations, People, Portugal, São Miguel, Travel, World

Lajes: President Vasco Cordeiro meets Permanent Bilateral Commission – Washington, DC

23 May 2018

The President of the Government of the Azores, Vasco Cordeiro, participates in the 39th meeting of the Permanent Bilateral Commission between Portugal and the United States of America taking place in Washington, Wednesday, May 23. The agenda includes the analysis of matters relating to the US use of the Lajes Air Base on Terceira Island, […]

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Posted in Azores, Featured, Heritage, Organizations, People, Politics, Portugal, Terceira, World

Azores Day: Celebrations honored 38 personalities and institutions – Pico, Azores

21 May 2018

The ‘Day of the Azores’ was celebrated on Monday, May 21, in the municipality of Madalena, Pico island, honoring 23 personalities, five of them posthumously, and 15 regional institutions, bestowed with Azorean Commendations. Designated ‘Dia da Região Autónoma dos Açores’ (Day of the Autonomous Region of the Azores), the holiday celebrates the historical, cultural and […]

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Posted in Azores, Featured, Heritage, Organizations, People, Pico