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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 FIFA World Cup’26 | City of Providence launches “House of Portugal”  Pavilion
 

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 […]

FIFA World Cup’26 | City of Providence launches “House of Portugal”  Pavilion – Providence, RI

The City of Providence has launched the “House of Portugal” Pavilion in partnership with PUMA as part of Rhode Island’s 2026 FIFA World Cup-related programming. Launching activities are expected to begin on June 3 at the Waterplace Park in downtown Providence and continue through August 1, 2026.  The “House of Portugal” initiative is being organized […]

Azores: Paulo Teves visiting the Azorean resident communities – Canada

10 May 2014

Paulo Teves, Regional Director of the Azorean Communities, is traveling to Ontario, Manitoba and Alberta, Canada, from May 10-13, to visit the resident Portuguese communities of Azorean descent and meet with local community leaders. In Toronto, on May 11, Paul Teves will meet with representatives of Casa dos Açores of Ontario and will participate in […]

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Posted in Azores, Community, Featured, Heritage, Organizations, People, Portugal, World

Portugal: President Cavaco Silva to visit China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping – Beijing, China

10 May 2014

The President of Portugal Aníbal Cavaco Silva is visiting China, from May 11-19, at the invitation of Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party and the President of the People’s Republic of China. The agenda for the visit will address economic, cultural and academic issues. The Portuguese President will travel to Shanghai, Beijing and […]

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Portugal: Clean bailout exit praised by European partners but not by socialists – Brussels

05 May 2014

The Portuguese decision to go for a “clean exit” from its financial assistance program represents a sign of confidence in the future, European Council President Herman Van Rompuy said Monday. “A good day for a strong Portugal in a strong Europe, he said. The decision “is a sign of confidence in the future,” he added. […]

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

Portugal: Momentous bailout exit accomplished in May – By Len Port

05 May 2014

By Len Port, Contributor(*) For Portugal’s main political parties, the country’s exit this month from its bailout program happily coincides with the European parliamentary election. With the economy showing signs of improvement thanks to the 2011 bailout and fierce austerity since then, the prospects for the pro-bailout parties have been boosted and they are certain […]

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Comedy: The Story of the Portuguese Kids – Interview

04 May 2014

By Millicent Borges Accardi, Contributor (*)  The story of The Portuguese Kids comedy troupe began in Fall River, MA when Derrick DeMelo, Jason Casimiro, Brian Martins and Al Sardinha, became friends as children, making each other laugh and putting on skits for their families. In college they produced “Ludicrous Speed,” a public access TV show […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Azores, Bermuda, Canada, Community, Entertainment, Featured, Heritage, Music, Organizations, People, Portugal, Santa Maria, South Africa, World

Community: President Obama to honor Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho – Washington, DC

30 April 2014

Alberto M. Carvalho, 49, Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and National Superintendent of the Year, will be honored by President Barack Obama and U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan at a White House ceremony, on May 1, during the National Teacher of the Year announcement. Born in Lisbon, Portugal, Carvalho immigrated to the United […]

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