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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 […]

Book: ‘Helena’s Portuguese Kitchen’ – Editor’s Note

15 April 2016

The top Montreal Portuguese chef Helena Loureiro invites you to share her fascination with the flavors of her native land and explore its delicacies. Let her guide your discovery of fish- and seafood-based specialties and of dishes spotlighting fire-grilled or slow-simmered meats and poultry. Indulge your cravings: enjoy a black cod gravlax, a grilled potato or […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Books, Canada, Featured, Food & Wine, Heritage, Life Style, Portugal

Festas: Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres – April 26 through May 5 – Azores

15 April 2016

The 2016 Festas do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres, [Holy Feast of Christ of the Miracles], are taking place on the weekend of April 26 through May 5, in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores. Highlights of the celebrations will be streamed live online on the Internet and live on television through RTP/A . In the […]

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

Community: Ernest Moniz to lecture at Brown University – Providence, RI

14 April 2016

United States Secretary of Energy, Portuguese American nuclear physicist Dr. Ernest Moniz, will deliver the 92nd Stephen A. Ogden Jr. ’60 Memorial Lecture on International Affairs on Monday, April 18, at 4:00pm, in the Salomon Center for Teaching’s DeCiccio Family Auditorium on the College Green, at Brown University, Providence, RI. With a presentation titled ‘The […]

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Posted in Azores, Community, Education, Featured, Heritage, Organizations, People, Politics, São Miguel, World

Fado: Ana Moura to perform at Carnegie Hall – New York, NY

13 April 2016

Portuguese fado singer, Ana Moura, will perform at Carnegie Hall, New York, on Tuesday, April 26 at 8:00 pm, in the Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. Ana Moura, who has toured the United States before, made her Carnegie Hall debut in 2005. The recipient of many awards, she has collaborated with such artists as The […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Community, Entertainment, Featured, Heritage, Music, Organizations, People, Portugal, World

Book: ‘Secret Lisbon’ by Vitor Manuel Adrião – Editor’s Note

08 April 2016

Why is the Portuguese coat of arms set at an angle of 17° on the façade of Rossio station? Where in Portugal was The Magic Flute played for the first time and why did Mozart dedicate it to his master Cagliostro? What is the theory concerning the fifth dynasty of Portugal, traces of which are […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Books, Featured, Portugal, Travel

The week: Panama papers and the power of the press – By Len Port

08 April 2016

By Len Port, Contributor (*) Portugal’s corrupt, tax-evading, money-laundering politicians, administrators and businesses this week suddenly found themselves in distinguished international company, ranging from the presidents of Russia, China and Ukraine and the kings of Saudi Arabia and Morocco, to international stars of sports and entertainment. All praise to the hard, honest work done by […]

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