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Faith May 5th | World Portuguese Language Day Celebrated Globally 1976-2026 | Azores celebrate 50 Years of Constitutional Autonomy Book | Bag of Kisses | By Melanie Pereira April 25th |  “Dia da Liberdade” celebrated nationwide and across the diaspora
 

Faith & Tradition | Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres returns May 8 – Azores

The Feast of Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres returns to the city of Ponta Delgada from May 8 to May 14, 2026, with the main procession scheduled for Sunday, May 10, the fifth Sunday after Easter. Considered the largest religious celebration in the Azores and among the most significant Catholic festivities in Portugal, the celebrations […]

May 5th | World Portuguese Language Day Celebrated Globally – Portugal 

World Portuguese Language Day [Dia Mundial da Língua Portuguesa] is being celebrated today across the globe, recognizing the cultural, historical, and geopolitical importance of one of the world’s most widely spoken languages.  The day is celebrated by cultural and academic initiatives in approximately 50 countries, including conferences, literary events, exhibitions, and educational programs, from Lisbon […]

1976-2026 | Azores celebrate 50 Years of Constitutional Autonomy – Azores 

The Autonomous Region of the Azores is preparing for a historic year of celebrations in 2026 to mark the 50th anniversary of its Constitutional Autonomy. This milestone underscores five decades of self-governance, regional identity, and transatlantic connection.  The commemorations will culminate on September 8, 2026, marking the formal implementation of autonomy under the Constitution of […]

Book | Bag of Kisses | By Melanie Pereira – Editor’s Note

For a little girl whose daddy is a fisherman in the #1 fishing port in the world, goodbyes are never easy. But before he leaves for sea, her parents share a special secret―a magical bag of kisses that keeps their love close, no matter how far the waves carry him. As the days pass and […]

April 25th |  “Dia da Liberdade” celebrated nationwide and across the diaspora – Portugal

The Portuguese nation commemorates today the 52nd anniversary of the Carnation Revolution transition to democracy, with a nationwide program of official ceremonies, public demonstrations, and cultural events. The celebrations expanded abroad, connecting the country to its global diaspora, particularly in the United States. At the center of the national commemorations will be the traditional formal […]

In Memoriam | Maria Teresa Horta: A life of poetry and defiance – Portugal

04 February 2025

Maria Teresa Horta (1937-2025) passed away today in Lisbon at the age of 87. A Portuguese poet, journalist, and feminist icon, she was a defining figure in literature and activism. Her legacy is marked by fearless advocacy for women’s rights—whether in professional spaces or personal freedom—at a time when such defiance risked imprisonment. Her prominent […]

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Book | In the Footsteps of a Shadow: Literary Responses to Fernando Pessoa | Charles Cutler et al – Editor’s Note

01 February 2025

This anthology is the first of its kind and represents the huge influence Pessoa has had on the modern and contemporary literary scene. Covering from over one hundred poets and writers in this anthology. Readers will find playful, absurd, profound, and welcoming writing. We have included a selection of work for your perusal. Poets and […]

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Honor | Dr. Filipa Lynce recognized Top Doctor 2025 – Boston, MA

31 January 2025

Portuguese-American physician Filipa Lynce, MD, has been recognized as a Top Doctor in Boston for 2025. She is among more than 145 physicians affiliated with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute honored in Boston magazine’s annual Top Doctors guide. In addition to this recognition, Dr. Lynce has been listed as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2022. Dr. […]

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FLAD | Grants open to US students, teachers, and researchers – Portugal

30 January 2025

The Luso-American Development Foundation (FLAD), based in Lisbon, Portugal, is offering short-term research grants for 2025.  Open to students, teachers, and researchers from colleges, universities and research centers in the United States, grants are provided in collaboration with Direção-Geral do Livro, Arquivos e Bibliotecas – Arquivo Nacional da Torre do Tombo (DGLAB-ANTT) Aimed to promote […]

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Lusitano | Portuguese Equestrian Art recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity – UNESCO

28 January 2025

The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has recognized Portuguese Equestrian Art as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Portugal’s traditional dressage, dating back to the 18th century, is characterized by the rider’s distinctive costume and poised position in the saddle. UNESCO’s recognition honors Portugal’s rich equestrian culture and its global significance. This […]

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Book | Philippa of Lancaster | By Tiago Viúla de Faria et al – Editor’s Note

28 January 2025

This contributed volume focuses on Philippa Plantagenet (1360–1415), queen of Portugal for almost three decades, and the complexion of the court. Chapters thoroughly examine the Portuguese royal court in the few decades around the turn of the fourteenth century, a period rich in intellectual innovations throughout Europe and of dramatic changes in Portugal. The book […]

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