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20 wildfires reported across Albania, 11 remain active

TIRANA, September 7 – A total of 20 wildfire hotspots were reported across Albania on Monday, according to the Ministry of Defense. Eleven remain active, while seven are under monitoring and two have been fully extinguished. Local civil protection structures are working with the Armed Forces to control the fires. …

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Sunny Monday, temperatures up to 38 C expected

TIRANA, September 7 – Albania is expected to have stable weather conditions on Monday, with clear skies and long periods of sunshine across the country, according to the Military Meteorological Service. No significant changes in weather conditions are expected during the day. Clear skies will prevail across the entire territory. …

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Sunny Monday, temperatures up to 38 C expected

TIRANA, September 7 – Albania is expected to have stable weather conditions on Monday, with clear skies and long periods of sunshine across the country, according to the Military Meteorological Service. No significant changes in weather conditions are expected during the day. Clear skies will prevail across the entire territory. …

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Gjirokastër Castle draws 200,000 visitors from January to August

TIRANA, September 7 – Gjirokastër Castle attracted 200,000 visitors from January through August, Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said on Sunday. The figure reflects growing interest in one of Albania’s most visited tourist destinations. Visitors from Albania and abroad continue to choose Gjirokastër for its history, architecture, landscape and gastronomy. …

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Gjirokastër Castle draws 200,000 visitors from January to August

TIRANA, September 7 – Gjirokastër Castle attracted 200,000 visitors from January through August, Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu said on Sunday. The figure reflects growing interest in one of Albania’s most visited tourist destinations. Visitors from Albania and abroad continue to choose Gjirokastër for its history, architecture, landscape and gastronomy. …

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Dinamo complete comeback as Egnatia maintain perfect start

TIRANA, September 7 – Dinamo City closed the third round of the 2026-2027 Abissnet Superiore season with a 2-1 comeback win over AF Elbasani at Elbasan Arena. The victory was Dinamo’s second in a row and lifted Ilir Daja’s side to six points. Elbasani took the lead in the 25th …

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Dinamo complete comeback as Egnatia maintain perfect start

TIRANA, September 7 – Dinamo City closed the third round of the 2026-2027 Abissnet Superiore season with a 2-1 comeback win over AF Elbasani at Elbasan Arena. The victory was Dinamo’s second in a row and lifted Ilir Daja’s side to six points. Elbasani took the lead in the 25th …

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New statue of Mother Teresa unveiled at Saint Paul Cathedral in Tirana

TIRANA, September 7 – A new statue of Mother Teresa was unveiled at Saint Paul Cathedral in Tirana on Sunday, marking the 10th anniversary of her canonization. Archbishop of Tirana-Durres Arjan Dodaj and dozens of citizens attended the ceremony. The statue stands in the cathedral courtyard and depicts Mother Teresa …

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New statue of Mother Teresa unveiled at Saint Paul Cathedral in Tirana

TIRANA, September 7 – A new statue of Mother Teresa was unveiled at Saint Paul Cathedral in Tirana on Sunday, marking the 10th anniversary of her canonization. Archbishop of Tirana-Durres Arjan Dodaj and dozens of citizens attended the ceremony. The statue stands in the cathedral courtyard and depicts Mother Teresa …

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HOY Aragon recommends Albania among Mediterranean destinations for September holidays

TIRANA, September 7 – Spanish digital media outlet HOY Aragon recommends Albania among three Mediterranean destinations for beach holidays in September, alongside Malta and Sicily. The outlet highlights September as a suitable period for Mediterranean travel after the peak summer season. According to HOY Aragon, the travel blog Inteligencia Viajera …

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New visitor centre at Byllis Archaeological Park expected to open next year

TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/Work on the construction of a new multifunctional centre at the Byllis–Klos Archaeological Park is well underway, with the facility expected to be completed next year, Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja has announced. Construction teams are currently focusing on reinforcement work and the erection of …

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Jaupaj: ALL 1 billion allocated to environmental infrastructure in 2027 draft budget

TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/The Ministry of Environment has been allocated 3.23 billion lek under Albania’s 2027 budget, with 1 billion lek set aside for investment projects. Environment Minister Sofjan Jaupaj said in a social media post that the funding would be directed towards major investments, environmental infrastructure, the protection of …

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Tirana Bypass set to ease traffic and strengthen links to Blue Corridor

TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/ Construction work on the Tirana Bypass, a major road infrastructure project, is progressing steadily. The 21-kilometre route is designed to link the Tirana–Durrës and Tirana–Elbasan motorways directly, allowing traffic to avoid the capital and improving connections to routes forming part of the Blue Corridor. Prime Minister Edi …

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Ibrahimaj: ALL 10.5 billion earmarked for vocational education, entrepreneurship and innovation in 2027 draft budget

TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/ Ministry of Economy and Innovation has proposed a 42 billion lek budget for 2027, including 10.5 billion lek for vocational education, entrepreneurship and innovation, with 600 million lek earmarked for start-ups, Minister Delina Ibrahimaj told a parliamentary committee. Ibrahimaj said vocational education and improved employment services …

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Demo on Tirana Bank Robbery: Police arrest suspect after swift investigation

TIRANA, Nov 9  /ATA/Interior Minister Ervin Demo has commended police for their swift response after a suspect in a bank robbery in Tirana was identified and arrested. In a social media post, Demo said attempts to disguise oneself and flee the scene would not prevent suspects from being held accountable. …

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A group of citizens gathered outside Prime Minister’s Office once again this Sunday to protest

TIRANA, November 8 /ATSH/ – Citizens continued their protests this Sunday, gathering around 6:30 p.m. in front of the Prime Minister’s Office as students, local residents and civil society activists assembled to voice their grievances peacefully. The student demonstrations, which have now lasted for over two weeks, have merged with …

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Egnatia defeats Vora 5-1 and pulls further ahead in standings

TIRANA, November 8 /ATA/ – Egnatia extended their lead at the top of the Abissnet Superiore with a commanding 5–1 home win over Vora in Round 11. Powered by a dominant second-half display, the reigning champions comfortably claimed all three points at Arena Egnatia. Egnatia now leads the standings with …

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Nufi Pays Tribute at Commonwealth and German War Cemeteries in Tirana

Defence Minister Ermal Nufi paid tribute today at the Commonwealth War Cemetery and the German Military Cemetery in Tirana’s Artificial Lake Park. During the commemorative ceremony, Nufi laid wreaths in honour of those who fought and died for freedom, as well as all those who lost their lives during World …

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Krujë Museums Attract Around 200,000 Visitors Annually

The National Museum “Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg” and the Krujë Ethnographic Museum remain among Albania’s leading destinations for historical and cultural tourism. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage of the two museums today, highlighting their appeal to both domestic and international visitors. “Krujë Museum is one of our most visited heritage …

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Baptismal Formula Marks 564 Years Since First Dated Evidence of Written Albanian

November 8 marks 564 years since Archbishop of Durrës Pal Engjëlli recorded the “Baptismal Formula”, the earliest known dated document in the Albanian language. He wrote it on November 8, 1462, making it a landmark in the history of written Albanian. Although the document uses Latin, it contains a baptismal …

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New visitor centre at Byllis Archaeological Park expected to open next year

TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/Work on the construction of a new multifunctional centre at the Byllis–Klos Archaeological Park is well underway, with the facility expected to be completed next year, Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja has announced. Construction teams are currently focusing on reinforcement work and the erection of …

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Jaupaj: ALL 1 billion allocated to environmental infrastructure in 2027 draft budget

TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/The Ministry of Environment has been allocated 3.23 billion lek under Albania’s 2027 budget, with 1 billion lek set aside for investment projects. Environment Minister Sofjan Jaupaj said in a social media post that the funding would be directed towards major investments, environmental infrastructure, the protection of …

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Tirana Bypass set to ease traffic and strengthen links to Blue Corridor

TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/ Construction work on the Tirana Bypass, a major road infrastructure project, is progressing steadily. The 21-kilometre route is designed to link the Tirana–Durrës and Tirana–Elbasan motorways directly, allowing traffic to avoid the capital and improving connections to routes forming part of the Blue Corridor. Prime Minister Edi …

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Ibrahimaj: ALL 10.5 billion earmarked for vocational education, entrepreneurship and innovation in 2027 draft budget

TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/ Ministry of Economy and Innovation has proposed a 42 billion lek budget for 2027, including 10.5 billion lek for vocational education, entrepreneurship and innovation, with 600 million lek earmarked for start-ups, Minister Delina Ibrahimaj told a parliamentary committee. Ibrahimaj said vocational education and improved employment services …

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Demo on Tirana Bank Robbery: Police arrest suspect after swift investigation

TIRANA, Nov 9  /ATA/Interior Minister Ervin Demo has commended police for their swift response after a suspect in a bank robbery in Tirana was identified and arrested. In a social media post, Demo said attempts to disguise oneself and flee the scene would not prevent suspects from being held accountable. …

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A group of citizens gathered outside Prime Minister’s Office once again this Sunday to protest

TIRANA, November 8 /ATSH/ – Citizens continued their protests this Sunday, gathering around 6:30 p.m. in front of the Prime Minister’s Office as students, local residents and civil society activists assembled to voice their grievances peacefully. The student demonstrations, which have now lasted for over two weeks, have merged with …

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Egnatia defeats Vora 5-1 and pulls further ahead in standings

TIRANA, November 8 /ATA/ – Egnatia extended their lead at the top of the Abissnet Superiore with a commanding 5–1 home win over Vora in Round 11. Powered by a dominant second-half display, the reigning champions comfortably claimed all three points at Arena Egnatia. Egnatia now leads the standings with …

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Nufi Pays Tribute at Commonwealth and German War Cemeteries in Tirana

Defence Minister Ermal Nufi paid tribute today at the Commonwealth War Cemetery and the German Military Cemetery in Tirana’s Artificial Lake Park. During the commemorative ceremony, Nufi laid wreaths in honour of those who fought and died for freedom, as well as all those who lost their lives during World …

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Krujë Museums Attract Around 200,000 Visitors Annually

The National Museum “Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg” and the Krujë Ethnographic Museum remain among Albania’s leading destinations for historical and cultural tourism. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared footage of the two museums today, highlighting their appeal to both domestic and international visitors. “Krujë Museum is one of our most visited heritage …

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Baptismal Formula Marks 564 Years Since First Dated Evidence of Written Albanian

November 8 marks 564 years since Archbishop of Durrës Pal Engjëlli recorded the “Baptismal Formula”, the earliest known dated document in the Albanian language. He wrote it on November 8, 1462, making it a landmark in the history of written Albanian. Although the document uses Latin, it contains a baptismal …