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Heritage | Portugal one of the most peaceful nations Day of Portugal | US Secretary of State Marco Rubio honors Portugal June 10th | Day of Portugal celebrations underway at home and across the diaspora Diplomacy | Portugal elected to the United Nations Security Council World Cup
 

Heritage | Portugal one of the most peaceful nations – Global Peace Index

Portugal has once again been recognized as one of the safest and most peaceful nations on the planet, ranking 7th globally in the latest Global Peace Index (GPI), published by the Institute for Economics and Peace.  Portugal has consistently ranked among the world’s safest destinations for residents, visitors, and investors alike. The country previously reached […]

Day of Portugal | US Secretary of State Marco Rubio honors Portugal –  Washington, DC

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued an official statement on June 10, 2026, marking Portugal Day, officially known as “Dia de Portugal, de Camões e das Comunidades Portuguesas” (Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities). In his message, Secretary Rubio emphasized the historic friendship between the two countries, highlighting shared democratic values, economic […]

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 […]

In Memoriam | Late President Jimmy Carter (1924–2024): A Friend of Portugal

30 December 2024

Portugal’s President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who died at the age of 100. In a statement issued on December 29, President Rebelo de Sousa paid tribute to Carter’s significant contributions to democracy and human rights, emphasizing his “symbolic support” for Portugal’s democratic […]

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Posted in Azores, Featured, People, Portugal, Terceira, World

Appointed | President Trump names John Arrigo US Ambassador to Portugal – Truth Social

25 December 2024

President-elect Trump announced the appointment of John Arrigo as the next United States Ambassador to Portugal in a statement posted on Truth Social on Tuesday. Praising Arrigo’s success in the automotive industry and his leadership in the West Palm Beach business community, Trump stated, “It is my great honor to announce that John Arrigo will […]

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Posted in Featured, People, Politics, Portugal, World

Russia | Portuguese Embassy in Kyiv hit by Russian missiles – Ukraine

20 December 2024

On December 19, Russian missiles struck multiple targets in Ukraine, resulting in damage to the Portuguese embassy in Kyiv and five other diplomatic missions in the area, damaging a building housing the diplomatic offices of multiple countries. The embassies of Albania, Argentina, Palestine, North Macedonia, Montenegro, and Portugal, housed in the same building, were damaged […]

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Posted in Featured, Organizations, People, Politics, Portugal, World

Opinion | EU and NATO facing strategic challenges – Len Port

17 December 2024

By Len Port It is perhaps no coincidence that President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has emphasized in Lisbon the importance of Portugal’s participation in the European Union. The EU is an essential part of NATO, even more so at a time of Russian expansionist threats, and just weeks before Donald Trump takes over the White […]

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Community | Devin Nunes to lead Intelligence Advisory Board – Washington, DC

14 December 2024

President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intention to appoint Portuguese American career politician Devin Nunes to lead the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board. This independent body, within the Executive Office, oversees the U.S. intelligence community’s compliance with the Constitution. Currently, Nunes serves as the CEO of Truth Social and leads Trump Media & Technology Group, a […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Azores, Community, Featured, People, Politics, Portugal, Terceira, World

Book | Blue Light Hours | By Bruna Dantas Lobato – Review

12 December 2024

By Millicent Borges Accardi This is a quiet novel that screams inside. Blue Light Hours by Bruna Dantas Lobato begins with an international full-scholarship student starting her freshman year at college in the United States: “I arrived on campus in the middle of the night and dragged my suitcase up the stairs. Though I’d traveled […]

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