Portuguese American Journal

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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 […]

Film: Diogo Morgado as “Son of God” to be released nationwide – 20th Century Fox

26 February 2014

Portuguese born Diogo Morgado is the latest actor performing the role of Jesus in the new film “Son of God” produced by 20th Century Fox to be released in theaters nationwide February 28. The ambitious motion picture tells the life of Jesus expanding on the 10-hour mini-series, The Bible, produced last year by Mark Burnett and […]

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

Appointed: Frank F. Sousa to join PACP Board of Directors – Lowell, MA

24 February 2014

The Portuguese American Citizenship Project (PACP) has announced, in a prepared statement, the appointment of Dr. Frank F. Sousa as the newest member of its Board of Directors. Sousa has a long history of supporting causes in the Portuguese community, and is the Founding Director of the Saab-Pedroso Center for Portuguese Culture and Research at […]

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

Travel: The Enchanting Beauty of Furnas Valley – Azores

24 February 2014

By Carolina Matos, Editor (*) The Furnas Valley is home to the Furnas parish, a small isolated rustic community of about 900 dwellings. Set within a 6 km diameter crater of a dormant caldera, the valley is surrounded by towering hills with geysers and fumaroles nested within the lush green landscape. The caldera is part […]

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

Arts: Natália Gromicho represents Portugal in New York – NYC

21 February 2014

Natália Gromicho is representing Portugal at “The Power of Perception II: International Art in 2014” group exhibit, taking place in New York City March 3-17, 2014. The Power of Perception II: International Art in 2014 is the second annual showcase of global art curated by Creative Concept Studios, featuring art from Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa […]

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

Appointed: Carlos Tavares named PSA/Peugeot-Citroen’s new chief executive – Paris, FR

19 February 2014

Portuguese business manager Carlos Tavares, 55, former Renault executive, will take over as PSA/Peugeot-Citroen’s CEO next month. Tavares joined PSA in January in preparation for the appointment.  He will take over from Philippe Varin as president of the managing board on March 31. In June 2011, Carlos Tavares, the former head of Nissan Motor for the […]

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Book: ‘The Transformation Book’ or Book of Tasks – Editor’s Note

19 February 2014

‘The Transformation Book’, which belongs to Pessoa’s pre-heteronymic period, contains a series of fragments written in English, Portuguese, and French, none of which were ever published during Pessoa’s lifetime. Conceived by Pessoa in 1908, a year of great social and cultural transformation in Portugal, The Transformation Book was designed to reflect and advance social and […]

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Posted in Education, Featured, Heritage, Organizations, People, Portugal, South Africa, World