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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: “Travels in My Homeland” by Almeida Garrett revisited – Essays

02 August 2012

Tagus Press at UMass Dartmouth, in partnership with the University Press of New England (UPNE), announced the publication of Garrett’s Travels Revisited, edited by Victor K. Mendes and Valéria M. Souza. This double-volume issue of Portuguese Literary and Cultural Studies (vols. 21–22) re-examines the most celebrated work of Portuguese Romanticism, Travels in My Homeland (1846) […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Books, Education, Featured, Heritage, People, Portugal

Fashion: Sara Sampaio modeling for Victoria’s Secret – People

02 August 2012

Portuguese mega model Sara Sampaio, 21, one of the most visible international models, is currently modeling for Victoria’s Secret Pink line for the new season. Born in Porto, Sampaio began her international career in 2008, at age 16, modeling for Pantene. In 2007,  she was named World’s Best Female Model and, in 2011,  was awarded […]

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Posted in Awards, Fashion, Featured, People, Portugal, Spotlight

Olympics 2012 – Luso-Canadian Meghan Benfeito wins bronze – London, UK

01 August 2012

Portuguese-Canadian Meaghan Benfeito, 23, (right) and her team mate Roselin Filion (left) won a Bronze Medal  in women’s 10-metre synchronized diving at the London Olympics. The duo captured Canada’s second medal. Benfeito has won three other bronze medals over her career with one each in synchro events at the world championships, Commonwealth Games, and Pan […]

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Posted in Awards, Azores, Canada, Featured, Heritage, People, Portugal, Sports, Spotlight, World

Soccer: Cristiano Ronaldo in the USA – Los Angeles, CA

01 August 2012

Portuguese international soccer sensation, Cristiano Ronaldo, is in Los Angeles, CA, on a pre-season training camp with 25 Real Madrid team mates, training at the UCLA campus. On Thursday, August 2, the Real Madrid team will have a friendly match against LA Galaxy for the Herbalife World Football Challenge event. Ronaldo’s girlfriend, Irina Shayk, has traveled […]

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Posted in Community, Featured, Heritage, Madeira, People, Portugal, Sports, Spotlight, World

Film: “North Atlantic” makes top 10 finalist list – YouTube

01 August 2012

Short film “North Atlantic” by Portuguese director, Bernardo Nascimento, was selected as one of the 10 finalists chosen by the YouTube “Your Film Festival” to be in Italy at the 2012 Venice Film Festival. The 69th Venice International Film Festival, organized by La Biennale di Venezia, will run at the Venice Lido, August 29 through September […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Awards, Azores, Entertainment, Featured, Film, Heritage, People, Portugal

Music: Nuno Dario honored with Global Music Award – La Jolla, CA

01 August 2012

Portuguese screen composer, Nuno Dario, was honored with the Award of Merit by the Global Awards for Original Score. Dario was awarded for his composition “Earth Home” for a fictional film documentary about climate change. Born in Lisbon, Portugal, Dario has worked internationally as a composer for film, television, theater, games, animation and commercials. He […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Awards, Entertainment, Featured, Film, Music, People, Portugal