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Exploring the Rich Culture of Angola and Portugal


When Dictators Meet: The Impact of the SCO Summit in Tianjin
Sub-title Tianjin 2025: Xi, Modi, and Putin rehearse an alternative order to the West Introduction On September 1, 2025 , the port city...

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Sep 110 min read


The Call of Chaves: Between Heritage and Mission
From Silenced Stories to Resilient Voices Introduction Inheriting more than a name, my family has carried with it the ancient...

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Jul 207 min read


Dancing Tongues: Confessions of a Multilingual Mind
Ever paused mid-sentence, eyes darting as if searching a mental dictionary for just the right word—only to realize it doesn’t quite exist...

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Jul 199 min read


The Spirit of the Lusitano: Nobility, Heritage, and Portugal in Motion
By João Elmiro da Rocha Chaves, Makalé In every fiber of the Lusitano horse pulses the soul of a people. It is not merely an animal — it...

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Apr 132 min read


Rising Above: Unmasking Thought Control and Combating Radicalism
In an era defined by the relentless flow of information, our cognitive landscapes are under siege from forces that seek to mold our...

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Mar 19 min read


The Russia-Ukraine Conflict: A Historical and Geopolitical Analysis
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which began in 2014, has escalated into a complex and multifaceted war, deeply rooted in...

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Mar 12 min read


The New World Order Is a Mineral Heist—and the Elite Don’t Care About You
I’ve seen this game before. Growing up as a Cold War victim—born in Angola and uprooted as my family faced the relentless tide of...

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Feb 289 min read


You Are Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
Innovation is never an isolated spark—it is a continuum of human endeavor, built by the tireless efforts of those who came before us....

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Feb 227 min read


America Is Not a Democracy; It Is a Constitutional Republic
1. Introduction: “America Is Not a Democracy; It Is a Constitutional Republic” The phrase on the poster—**“America is not a democracy; it...

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Feb 145 min read


From Colonies to Provinces: Portugal’s Post‑1950 Journey of Integration and Nation‑Building in the Ultramar
Introduction In the aftermath of World War II, as the world witnessed the collapse of old empires and the rapid rise of decolonization...

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Feb 229 min read


The Trade War's Toll: A Historical Perspective on Tariff Turmoil and Its Human Cost
Over the past several years, a series of high‐profile tariff decisions have not only reshaped international trade but have also hit...

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Feb 29 min read


Bridging Worlds: A Multilingual Tapestry of History, Culture, and Art
Elmirochaves.com emerges as a digital sanctuary where personal memory, cultural heritage, and literary artistry converge into a rich,...

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Feb 16 min read


Colonialism: The Uncomfortable Truth No One Wants to Face
I was born in Angola, a land once under Portuguese rule, only to be consumed by the chaos that followed decolonization. I fled as a...

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Feb 14 min read


The Lusitanian Heritage: My Roots in Beselga, Guilheiro, and Penedono
The Lusitanian heritage runs vigorously through my veins, connecting me to the lands of Beselga , Guilheiro , and Penedono , where my...

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Jan 2524 min read


Portugal, Spain and Morocco will host the 2030 FIFA World Cup™
In a historic decision, FIFA has appointed Morocco, Portugal, and Spain as the hosts of the 2030 FIFA World Cup™. This marks the first...

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Jan 192 min read


The Silence That Consumes Us
(A Personal Reflection) There are moments in life when words weigh more than silence. I remember a day much like this one—soft light...

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Dec 15, 20243 min read


Lessons in Leadership: The Impact of Toxic Managers, Great Mentors, and the Peter Principle
“We never forget toxic managers. But we always remember kind leaders.” “The best leaders don’t create followers. They create more...

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Dec 8, 20244 min read


A Meeting of Minds: The Transatlantic Brotherhood of Political Shenanigans
Once upon a time, in a smoky backroom at the edge of a lavish international summit, two politicians, one Portuguese and one American,...

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Dec 1, 20243 min read


The Path to Independence: The Ongoing Struggle for True Portuguese Freedom
Reflections on April 25th and the Unfinished Quest for Freedom As we pass the fiftieth anniversary of the Revolution of April 25, 1974, I...

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Nov 13, 20244 min read


Revitalizing Indigenous Cultures: Pathways to Cultural Sovereignty and Identity Preservation in Africa and the Americas
Introduction The impact of European colonial powers on indigenous cultures in Africa and the Americas left profound and lasting marks....

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Nov 10, 20243 min read
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