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Fátima Book | Roots Stirred | By Cristóvão de Aguiar | Editor’s Note 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
 

Fátima’27 | President António José Seguro invites Pope Leo XIV – Portugal

President António José Seguro has formally invited Pope Leo XIV to visit Portugal in 2027, a year that will carry exceptional religious, diplomatic, and historical significance for the country.  The invitation coincides with the 110th anniversary of the Marian apparitions at Fátima, the 500th anniversary of the formal establishment of the Apostolic Nunciature in Portugal, […]

Book | Roots Stirred | By Cristóvão de Aguiar | Editor’s Note

This richly woven, multi-voiced novel transports readers to a small village on São Miguel, the largest of Portugal’s Azores islands. Through the eyes of a young boy growing up in the 1940s and the stories shared by his beloved great-uncle, Tio Pascoal, the novel paints a vivid portrait of island life- its beauty, its hardships, […]

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,  […]

Space audacity: Terceira Island set for a mission to Mars – Azores

08 November 2023

Terceira Island, in the Azores, has been chosen to host the first analogous space mission to Mars, in Gruta do Natal or Nativity Grotto. This initiative aims to replicate the extraterrestrial challenges faced by astronauts on the Moon, paving the way for future manned missions to Mars. A team of seven astronauts, including three women, […]

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

Call for Papers | Portuguese Literary & Cultural Studies Journal – UMass Dartmouth

08 November 2023

The Portuguese Literary & Cultural Studies (PLCS) journal has announced a call for papers on the theme of  “A música popular no mundo lusófono: política, história e mudança social” or “Popular Music in the Lusophone World: Politics, History, and Social Change”.   From protests against military dictatorships and the denunciation of various social issues, popular music in the […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Education, Featured, Heritage, Music, Portugal, World

Crisis: PM António Costa resigns under suspicion of corruption – Portugal

07 November 2023

By Len Port António Costa has resigned as Portugal’s prime minister amid suspicions of corruption in his administration’s handling of lithium mining and hydrogen projects. Mr. Costa announced his resignation on Tuesday in a televised statement just hours after prosecutors detained his chief of staff over the corruption allegations. “The duties of the prime minister […]

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Azores Airlines: Expands routes to North America and Europe for 2024 – Travel

05 November 2023

Azores Airlines, the flagship carrier of the Azores, is set to introduce new destinations in 2024, enhancing its current 11 operations in North America and various European cities. CEO Teresa Gonçalves announced the expansion, emphasizing its benefits for Azores-based passengers and connecting travelers. The airline plans to introduce transatlantic flights from Ponta Delgada, Funchal, and […]

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Posted in Azores, Community, Featured, Madeira, Portugal, São Miguel, Terceira, Travel, World

Spooky | Supermoon phenomenon remains a mystery | By Len Port

31 October 2023

An artificial intelligence review of strange footprints and circular patterns on the roof of a home in Portugal agrees that it is baffling to the homeowner and others who have looked into the mystery. The imprints were discovered by Odilia Marques Fernandes on a flat portion of the roof she had installed a year ago […]

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PNAID: National Diaspora Investment Support Program – Viana do Castelo, PT

31 October 2023

The launching of the second edition of the Meeting of the National Diaspora Investment Support Program (PNAID), is taking place on November 2, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal, to present the program in preparation for the largest world event scheduled for December 14-16, 2023.  Aimed at bringing together national and Portuguese business entrepreneurs, who wish […]

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