Hita to Subordinates: Drugs Near Schools?! Unacceptable, Take Urgent Measures!
Through an official telegram sent to local police directorates and departments, Police Chief Skënder Hita has ordered increased security measures in schools and stronger action against the distribution of narcotics within the security perimeter of educational institutions. It is learned that Hita’s order came after an analysis of issues during …
Incident occurred at Eurovision as the Serbian delegation attempted to remove the Kosovo flag
The grand final of Eurovision was also marked by an incident at the Media Center. During the performance of Albanian singer Alis Kallaci, a member of the Serbian delegation allegedly tried to prevent the waving of the Kosovo flag. Albert Limani, a member of Eurovision Kosova who was present in …
“Albanian Is Part of Our Identity,” Bebe Rexha Supports Albanian Students in North Macedonia
World-famous Albanian singer Bebe Rexha has spoken out in support of Albanian students in North Macedonia, who have announced a protest regarding the right to take the Jurisprudence exam in the Albanian language. Through a message shared on social media, the artist emphasized the importance of the Albanian language to …
New Protest in Skopje, Albanian Students Demand Full Implementation of the Albanian Language
Albanian students have announced a new protest on May 18 in Skopje, expanding their cause from the issue of taking the bar exam in the Albanian language to demanding the full implementation and respect of the Albanian language in all state institutions. The organizers say that the first protest began …
Opposition Joined Votes for EU Resolution, Rama: They Understood the Process Is Unstoppable
Prime Minister Edi Rama said he was surprised by the opposition joining the majority in Parliament to vote for the resolution related to the country’s membership in the European Union. In his podcast “Flasim,” Rama stated that by participating in the vote on the resolution, the opposition indirectly acknowledged that …
“Tour of Albania 2026” Cycling Race Begins Tomorrow, Roads to Be Blocked in Tirana
The Tirana Municipal Police announced that on May 18, 2026, starting from 12:00 PM, there will be temporary road closures and traffic restrictions on several main roads in the capital due to the “Tour of Albania 2026” cycling event. According to the announcement, several of Tirana’s main streets and boulevards …
Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest 2026, Albania ranks 13th with “Nân”
TIRANA, May 17 – Bulgaria won the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 late Saturday night in Vienna, after securing strong support from national juries across Europe. Albania, represented by Alis Kallaçi with the song “Nân”, finished in 13th place in the Grand Final. The Eurovision 2026 final took place at the …
Eurovision 2026 Grand Final tonight, Albania performs fifth with “Nan”, how to vote for song 05
TIRANA, May 16 – The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 Grand Final takes place tonight at Vienna’s Wiener Stadthalle, where Albania will perform fifth among 25 competing countries. Albania’s representative Alis Kallaçi will take the stage with Nân after Denmark, Germany, Israel and Belgium open the show. In recent hours, the …
The Times highlights Albania as emerging Mediterranean tourism destination
TIRANA, May 16 – British daily The Times highlights Albania among emerging Mediterranean tourism destinations this summer. The newspaper says travellers increasingly search for more affordable holiday destinations across the Mediterranean region. It adds that demand for holidays in Italy, Spain and Greece has increased this year. However, the report …
Eurovision final 2026: Votes from abroad crucial for Albania’s No. 05, Alis urges support
TIRANA, May 16 – Europe’s attention turns to Vienna this Saturday as the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 grand final takes place at the Wiener Stadthalle arena in Austria. Albania will perform fifth among the 25 competing countries with singer Alis Kallaçi and the song “Nân” [Mother]. Alis qualified for the …