Portuguese American Journal

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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 Community | Justice Department moves to revoke citizenship for naturalized immigrants Honor | Writer João Pedro Vala recipient of the PEN/O. Henry Award
 

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 […]

Community | Justice Department moves to revoke citizenship for naturalized immigrants – Washington, D.C.

The U.S. Department of Justice is moving to accelerate efforts to revoke the citizenship of certain naturalized Americans, targeting cases where individuals are suspected of having obtained citizenship through fraud or misrepresentation. Citizenship is considered one of the most secure legal statuses in the United States. Therefore, the overall impact of such measures is likely […]

Honor | Writer João Pedro Vala recipient of the PEN/O. Henry Award – New York, NY

Portuguese writer João Pedro Vala has been awarded a prestigious PEN/O. Henry Award for his short story “Inês,” a recognition widely regarded as one of the highest honors in English-language short fiction. The first Portuguese author to receive that distinction, his short story ‘Inês’ was selected for inclusion in the PEN/O. Henry Prize Stories anthology. […]

Opinion | Europe shocked over Donald Trump elected for second term | Len Port

06 November 2024

By Len Port Most people in Portugal and almost all other European countries have been shocked by the election of Donald Trump for a second term as president if the United States.  While European leaders quickly congratulated Mr. Trump on Wednesday morning, most were concerned about future US – EU trade relations, the president-elect’s unpredictable […]

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Posted in Featured, Politics, Portugal, World

In Memoriam | Poet Michael Garcia Spring with roots in the Azores has died – Community

01 November 2024

Portuguese American poet, Michael Garcia Spring, of Azorean roots, has passed away following complications with gallbladder cancer. The author of many poetry books and one children’s book, Spring was known for his love for the sea and his devotion to writing and martial arts. Spring’s writing received noteworthy recognition, including a Robert Graves Award, the […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Azores, Books, Community, Featured, Heritage, Interviews, People, Portugal

Book | Empire of Contingency: How Portugal Entered the Indo-Persian World | by Jorge Flores | Editor’s Note

30 October 2024

‘Empire of Contingency’ explores the information and communication practices of the Portuguese empire in late sixteenth- and seventeenth-century India―a period during which Portuguese imperial ambitions struggled for survival, while the Mughal empire was at the height of its power and influence. Jorge Flores uncovers the tenuous but ingenious apparatuses of intelligence through which the Estado […]

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Travel | ‘Gold Certification’ to foster Sustainable Destination – Azores

27 October 2024

The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, chaired the opening session of the Azores Tourism Summit 2024 on Wednesday, an event running until Saturday at the Pavilhão do Mar in Ponta Delgada. This meeting brings together about 250 professionals from the sector, including journalists, experts, and institutional representatives, both nationally and internationally, to […]

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Posted in Azores, Conferences, Featured, Heritage, Travel

Film | Museum of Modern Art featuring Portuguese Film Festival – New York, NY

25 October 2024

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) presents a month-long retrospective screening of Portuguese cinema, starting October 26 through November 18, inspired by the 1974 “Carnation Revolution”. The mega event – “The Ongoing Revolution of Portuguese Cinema” – is organized in partnership with multiple agents including, Francisco Valente, Curatorial Assistant, Department of Film, Rui Machado, Tiago […]

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

Opinion | Harry and Meghan buying home in Portugal – Len Port

25 October 2024

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are again in the headlines in Britain and the United States, this time for reportedly buying a holiday home in Portugal. The people of Portugal will probably take little interest in Harry and Megan even though they are thought to have bought a home on the coast south of Lisbon. […]

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Posted in Featured, People, Portugal, World