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Community | New green card applicants required to leave the United States 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
 

Community | New green card applicants required to leave the United States – Washington, DC

The US Department of Homeland Security has introduced a series of new visa and immigration measures in 2025–2026 that are expected to affect tourists, students, temporary workers, and green card applicants, prompting concern among immigrant communities and legal advocates. The new rule, announced Friday, may not be evenly applied to all immigrants. The Department of […]

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 […]

Opinion | Portugal joins global concerns associated with AI | by Len Port

02 July 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a global revolution and has brought us well into the dawn of a new era. It is at present hugely helpful in many respects, but very difficult to comprehend while almost certainly set to impose heavier and unpredictable risks as it becomes more advanced. The deep complexities of AI will […]

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Posted in Featured, People, Portugal, World

Júlia Machado: Luso American teen to represent Portugal on Junior Eurovision 2023 – Long Branch, NJ

25 June 2023

Júlia Machado, a 12-year-old Portuguese American performer, has won the 4th edition of “The Voice Kids” Portugal. Her outstanding talent and captivating performances have earned her the prestigious title, and she will now represent Portugal at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2023. From Long Branch, New Jersey, where she grew up, Júlia’s victory has brought […]

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Posted in Arts&Culture, Community, Entertainment, Featured, Heritage, Music, Organizations, People, Portugal

Opinion | More Americans choosing Portugal to relocate | by Len Port

19 June 2023

Portugal has emerged as a highly appealing destination for US citizens wishing to relocate abroad.  More and more North Americans have been coming here over the past three years, some to take advantage of the Golden Visa program, others to study, work or live in retirement. The Americans are generally made welcome by local communities […]

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Posted in Featured, People, Portugal, World

Today: Portugal and England honor world’s oldest alliance – London, UK

15 June 2023

King Charles III of Britain welcomed President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa of Portugal today for an audience at Buckingham Palace, commemorating the 650th anniversary of the Anglo-Portuguese Alliance. The Anglo-Portuguese Alliance, the oldest diplomatic alliance in existence, remains in force to this day. Its origins can be traced back to the signing of the Treaty […]

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Posted in Featured, Heritage, People, Portugal, World

GLEX – Terceira hosting Global Exploration Summit 2023 – Azores

13 June 2023

An elite of scientists and explorers, from 14 countries, has convened once again for the Global Exploration Summit (GLEX) in the Azores. The highly anticipated convention takes place from June 14th to 16th in Angra do Heroísmo, Terceira Island.  The cutting-edge technology congress will feature over 50 presenters, categorized into three main themes – Land, […]

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Posted in Azores, Featured, Organizations, People, Portugal, São Miguel, Terceira, World

Book | Portugal and the Lusophone World | by Paulo Afonso B. Duarte (Editor) et al – Editor’s Note

10 June 2023

This book responds to a serious need for a consistent and comprehensive publication which combines an analysis of Law, Geopolitics and Institutional cooperation within the Lusophone world. Research in the book includes contributions from scholars with diverse educational and professional experiences working in these disciplines, from all around the world. The book will assist readers in […]

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