Conference League: Dinamo City Face Decisive Second Leg Against Pafos
Dinamo City will face Pafos on Thursday, August 27, at 19:00 in the second leg of the UEFA Conference League play-off. The match will take place at Limassol Stadium and will decide which team advances to the league phase of the competition. The 1-1 draw at Elbasan Arena has left …
Clear weather with temperatures of up to 39 degrees Celsius
TIRANA, August 27 – The Military Meteorological Service said stable atmospheric conditions would affect Albania on Thursday. The weather would remain clear across most of the country. Meanwhile, some passing clouds would appear over mountainous areas in the east and northeast. Winds would blow from the southeast to the northwest …
Ibrahimaj: “PriceWatch Albania” platform to launch in September for price transparency and comparison
Albania will make basic product prices more transparent for consumers through the new “PriceWatch Albania” platform. The government plans to launch the platform in September. Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj said today that the platform will allow citizens to view and compare the prices of basic products. They will …
Koçiu: Government’s Main Focus Starts with Housing for Young Couples and Families
Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu has presented the government’s new political priority, focusing on improving citizens’ quality of life. This autumn, the “Social Albania” initiative will launch a new housing program for young couples and families. As the new political season begins, the government will put “Social Albania” at the …
Kosovo to Compete with Seven Judokas at “Taranto 2026”, Aiming for Medals
Following competitions in various sports, it is now judo’s turn at the “Taranto 2026” Mediterranean Games, a sport that has brought Kosovo some of its greatest successes on the international stage. Kosovo’s judokas will compete on August 28 and 29 in Taranto, Italy, aiming to win medals at this major …
Energy in Q2: Production Up 34.4%, Exports Rise 55.4%
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:9dddf98d-d243-4601-a1ef-6c184aa886ab-1″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:9dddf98d-d243-4601-a1ef-6c184aa886ab-1″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-4″ data-turn=”assistant”> Domestic electricity production increased by 34.4%, while exports rose by 55.4% in the second quarter of the year. Lower imports improved the country’s energy balance, although consumption and energy losses remain a challenge. Domestic electricity production increased by 34.4% in the …
0% Interest Home Loans Launched for 300 Public Administration Employees
The government has launched a program to help 300 public administration employees purchase homes under favorable conditions. Teachers, doctors, police officers, and employees of other public institutions can benefit from the scheme by applying through the e-Albania platform by September 25. The program provides financing for the purchase of a …
Velipoja Among Tourists’ Favorite Destinations This Summer
Velipoja continues to be one of the most popular destinations for both domestic and international visitors during the summer season. At the peak of the season, the beach is filled with tourists, while its peaceful atmosphere and wide-open spaces remain among the main reasons holidaymakers choose the area. The long, …
Hita Urges 389 New Police Officers: Resist Criminal Influence, Uphold the Dignity of the Uniform
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”request-WEB:9dddf98d-d243-4601-a1ef-6c184aa886ab-4″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:9dddf98d-d243-4601-a1ef-6c184aa886ab-4″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-turn=”assistant”> The Director General of the State Police, Skënder Hita, addressed 389 cadets today who successfully completed the Professional Police Training College at the Security Academy, urging them to always be guided in their new duties by the law, service to citizens, …
United Kingdom and Albania Sign Region’s First Asset-Sharing Agreement
Albania and the United Kingdom have signed a landmark Asset-Sharing Agreement following the conclusion of a drug-related case and the recovery of criminal funds. This marks the first agreement of its kind in the region and sets a new precedent for international cooperation on asset recovery and the fight against …
On June 8, Monika Silva-Koniuszek was murdered in Ecuador. After obtaining a drive containing files the Polish activist had compiled, BIRN uncovered a network of companies linked to Albanian gangs allegedly used to launder drug money. Original post Here
Following an attack on a gendarme guarding the Israeli embassy in Belgrade, Serbia’s caretaker Interior Minister Ivica Dacic raised the terror threat status to the highest level. Original post Here
New archaeological research is revealing more of Butrint’s ancient past. A century after Italian archaeologist Luigi Ugolini brought the site back to international attention, researchers have identified previously undocumented buildings, fortifications, water systems and burial sites. According to Italian art and heritage publication Finestre sull’Arte, these findings shed new light …
President Bajram Begaj has invited parliamentary parties to a consultation meeting on October 30 to discuss the date of the 2027 local elections. The vote is expected between April 15 and May 15. Begaj should announce the official date by November 9, following consultations with political representatives. The Democratic Party …
Albania will have stable weather on Wednesday, according to the Military Meteorological Service. Skies will remain mostly clear, with occasional moderate to dense clouds over mountainous areas in the east. Northeasterly to northwesterly winds will reach average speeds of 9 metres per second. Along the coast and in valleys, gusts …
The American business and finance outlet TheStreet has highlighted Tirana as a budget-friendly destination gaining international attention ahead of 2027. Citing travel booking platform Skyscanner’s annual travel trends report, the outlet says travellers increasingly choose destinations where favourable exchange rates stretch their budgets. A survey of 28,000 travellers found that …
Kosova President Justina Shiroka Pula attended a ceremony on Tuesday evening marking Austria’s National Day. She highlighted the longstanding friendship between the two countries and their shared commitment to freedom, democracy, human rights and peace. Shiroka Pula thanked Austria for its support during difficult periods in Kosova’s history. She stressed …
Albania’s Abissnet Superiore will resume on Wednesday and Thursday, October 28–29, with five matches scheduled across the ninth round. Wednesday’s fixtures begin at 13:30, when FK Vora host Vllaznia. Two more matches follow at 18:30, as Skënderbeu face Laçi and AF Elbasani take on Partizani at Elbasan Arena. Meanwhile, Thursday …
The Albanian government will review the draft 2027 budget today, with planned spending of €10 billion. Finance Minister Petrit Malaj will then present the document to the Assembly’s Conference of Chairpersons. Parliamentary committees will subsequently examine the proposal. Reporter Rugova Dunisha reported that the budget may include compensation for businesses …
The European Union has stressed that Serbia’s parliamentary election results do not change the framework of its facilitated dialogue with Kosova. All commitments made by both sides in the normalisation process remain in force, an EU spokesperson told Radio Television of Kosova. These include obligations under the 2023 Agreement on …