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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. […]

Website for rare diseases launched – Portugal

13 March 2011

The website Orphanet.com, dedicated to rare diseases worldwide, is now available in European Portuguese providing information on rare diseases, specialized consultations, clinical trials and patient networks. Jorge Sequeiros, the Portuguese project coordinator, said to Lusa the site “gathers reliable important information for Portuguese speaking patients and their doctors, and alsoscientists and organizations worldwide.” The Orphanet’s database will also provide information […]

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Posted in Portugal, Social networks

James Franco juggles many careers – Hollywood

12 March 2011

Portuguese-American screen actor, James Franco, born in Palo Alto (CA) from a Jewish mother and a Portuguese-American father, was profiled in detail by Zimbio this week. Besides being on screen, the young actor likes to paint, enjoys writing (published a book), and attends simultaneously  Columbia University,  where he is completing an MFA in writing,  NYU for […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Community, Entertainment, Heritage, People

Maui Portuguese Cultural Club Scholarship – Hawaii

12 March 2011

The Maui Portuguese Cultural Club  provides one-year college or vocational school scholarships of $500 to $1,000. Applicants must have part or full Portuguese ancestry and must write an essay of 250 or more words about perpetuating Portuguese heritage. Other application information is available from school counselors. Guidelines and forms are available online at www.mauiportugueseculturalclub.com or […]

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Posted in Community, Education, Organizations, Scholarships

Our Lady of Light Scholarship Foundation Inc. – Fall River

12 March 2011

The Our Lady of Light Scholarship Foundation Inc. is awarding three $1,000 scholarships this year. Applicants must either be 1) a member of the PMA Our Lady of Light Inc. or the son/daughter or grandchild of a member in good standing or 2) be of Portuguese descent and residing in Fall River or its surrounding suburbs […]

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Posted in Community, Education, Organizations, Scholarships

Japan’s tsunami brings back memories – Lisbon

12 March 2011

Japan’s killer waves are a reminder of Sunday morning, November 1, 1755, when a large earthquake   struck , Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, and a subsequent tsunami killed more than 60,000  people within minutes.  A huge fire completed the destruction of the great Renascence Portuguese city, its wealth, prosperity and sophistication reduced to rubble. The total duration of shaking lasted […]

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Posted in Heritage

Nelly Furtado sets the example – Canada

12 March 2011

Portuguese-Canadian singer Nelly Furtado, of Azorean descent, was the first to set the example by announcing she is giving away US$1 million she received from the Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi to perform in 2007 in Italy for his family. Rapper 50 Cent was the last to joined Nelly Furtado, together with pop stars Beyonce, Usher, […]

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Posted in Azores, Canada, Entertainment, Music, People

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