25 May 2026
A Memorial Day ceremony honoring Portuguese and Luso-American veterans takes place Monday. May 25, as members of the state’s large Portuguese-American community gather to pay tribute to those who served in the United States Armed Forces. Memorial Day observances hold special meaning within Portuguese-American communities, many of which trace their roots to the Azores and […]
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25 May 2026
Today is Azores Day, officially known as Day of the Autonomous Region of the Azores, being celebrated across the nine islands of the archipelago. This milestone underscores five decades of self-governance, regional identity, and transatlantic connection. The President of the Government of the Azores, José Manuel Bolieiro, together with Luís Garcia, President of the Legislative Assembly, presided over […]
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23 May 2026
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 […]
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07 May 2026
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 […]
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05 May 2026
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 […]
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30 April 2026
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 […]
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