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The Future of Delivery Services: How Wolt is Shaping Consumer Expectations and Behaviors

In a world where service security and speed are increasingly important, Wolt, the Finnish tech company, is at the forefront of transforming the delivery industry. Founded in 2014, Wolt has rapidly expanded to operate in 27 countries, redefining how consumers interact with delivery services and setting new standards in the …

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From Criminal Amnesty to the pension agreement with Italy, Çuçi: We had a fruitful session

Bledi Çuçi, in a media conference, took stock of the work in the Assembly as well as the agreements made by the government. He spoke about the situation in the Assembly, where he said that it is normalized and that there was a fruitful session. Çuçi focused on the Criminal …

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Olta Xhaçka’s mandate / Çuçi: We need a second opinion from the Venice commission

The head of the Socialist Party group, Bledi Çuçi, was asked about the mandate of the socialist deputy Olta Xhçka, where he said that a second opinion from the Venice commission is needed. He further said that the Constitutional Court cannot impose the MP on the basis of the Constitution, …

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11 parties registered for August elections in Himara

11 political parties were registered to run for the local elections in Himara, on August 04. The Central Elections Commission (CEC) informed Tuesday that those are: PS, PDK, PR, FRD, PBDNJ, PL, PDK, PD, PAA, PBKD and PBD. Commissioner, Ilirjan Celibashi, said that was registered even the Democratic Party, now …

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The party almost turned into a tragedy, three people hospitalized with gunshot wounds

This Tuesday morning, three people presented with gunshot wounds to a private hospital to receive medical help. According to the police, the three people aged 34 and 36 were celebrating together with other people from their social and family circle, in a bar on Kavaja Street. The police say that …

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SPAK sends the former mayor of Finiq and 4 former officials for trial

The Special Prosecutor’s Office has closed the investigations and charged the former mayor of Finic Municipality, Leonidha Hristo, and 4 other officials of this municipality for abuse of office. It is about Florian Peri, Stavro Cavo, Lefteria Mekshi, Lefter Karajani. According to the Prosecutor’s Office, Hristo in cooperation with other …

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In Ancient Warrior’s Footsteps: Albanian Villagers Help Reenact Hero Skanderbeg’s Wedding

Actors and locals in the Zadrima region in northern Albania reenacted the marriage of Albania’s medieval hero, George Kastriot ‘Scanderbeg’, in the grounds of an ancient church, drawing on the colourful traditions of the area. Original post Here

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More than 213,000 Albanians gained EU citizenship in past five years, EU data shows 

TIRANA, July 21, 2024 – People born in Albania are seeking and acquiring citizenships in EU member states at a level that is higher than any other country in the continent, and ranking third globally, data from a series of EU agencies shows.  In 2022 alone, about 50,000 Albanian citizens …

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EU agriculture funds for Albania suspended indefinitely following misuse investigation, ministry tells parliament 

TIRANA, July 21, 2024 – About 112 millions of euros aimed at helping Albanian farmers prepare for being part of the European Union have been suspended indefinitely due to prior misuse of the similar funds by Albanian government agencies, parliament learned this week.   The release of European funds under the …

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Arben Kaçorri, Ervis Martinaj’s brother-in-law arrested in Portugal

Arben Kaçorri, the brother-in-law of Ervis Martinaj, who was missing, is arrested in Lisbon. Portuguese media reports that he had been living for 11 years in a luxury mansion in Lisbon. Sentenced in Italy to almost 22 years in prison for murder, Kaçorri went unnoticed, never stopping his criminal activity. …

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Begaj Expresses Deep Sorrow Over Deadly Fire in Domë Village

President Bajram Begaj expressed his deep sorrow after a tragic fire in Domë village, Shkodër, killed a mother and her two children. Begaj shared his condolences with the victims’ relatives and offered his support to the family during this difficult time. “I feel deeply saddened by the tragedy in Domë …

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Albania and Vietnam Sign Labour Mobility Agreement

Albania and Vietnam have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on employment cooperation, creating a framework for recruiting and employing Vietnamese workers in Albania. Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj and Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of Public Security Vũ Chiến Thắng signed the agreement during a ceremony held in Vietnam, with representatives …

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Prek Cali: Leader of Kelmendi Highlanders and Martyr of Democracy

Prek Cali, a prominent figure of Albania’s national movement and leader of the Kelmendi highlanders, was born on July 29, 1878, in Mali i Jushit, Shkodër. Cali played an important role in Albania’s history during the early 20th century. He fought against the Ottoman Empire between 1908 and 1912 and …

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USD strengthens against Albanian Lek, Euro loses ground

Tirana, July 29 – The US Dollar strengthened further against the Albanian Lek (ALL) on Wednesday. The official exchange rate from the Bank of Albania showed the Dollar at 82.43 ALL. The currency gained 0.22 ALL compared with Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Euro lost 0.03 ALL and reached 93.66 ALL. The …

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Conference League: Dinamo targets qualification against Aluminij

Tirana, July 29 – Dinamo City will host Aluminij on Thursday in the second leg of the UEFA Conference League second qualifying round. The Albanian side will seek a place in the third qualifying round after a 1-1 draw in the first leg in Slovenia. Head coach Ilir Daja will …

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Rama Cites Media Report, Says Albania Has “Nothing in Common with Autocracies”

Prime Minister Edi Rama reacted to a report by the Audiovisual Media Authority (AMA), which found that the opposition received more media coverage than the Socialist Party in major news broadcasts during June 2026. Rama said the findings provide clear and measurable evidence that Albania has no connection to autocratic …

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Lamallari Calls for Stronger Coordination and Greater Presence in the Field

Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari met with Albania’s 12 regional prefects to discuss key priorities for the months ahead. The participants focused on strengthening interinstitutional coordination and increasing the presence of public institutions in local communities. Lamallari identified public safety, the smooth running of the tourism season, and the prevention and …

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Excavations in Zubin Potok, Kurti: We Suspect the Human Remains May Belong to Missing Mitrovica Intellectuals

Acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti said the institutions’ initial suspicion following the discovery of human remains in the village of Kalludër, Zubin Potok, was that they could belong to the 23 intellectuals from Mitrovica who were abducted and forcibly disappeared on 19 April 1999. Speaking to the media, Kurti said …

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PD Challenges US Loan Agreement in Constitutional Court, Bardhi: Majority Committed Seven Constitutional Violations

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–sticky-padding-top)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”8fc28679-8a5a-44b2-b5a1-57dd0902d361″ data-turn-id-container=”8fc28679-8a5a-44b2-b5a1-57dd0902d361″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-5″ data-turn=”user”> Albania’s Democratic Party (PD) has officially challenged before the Constitutional Court the law ratifying the €302 million loan agreement between Albania and the United States for the purchase of military equipment. Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, PD Parliamentary Group …

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Rama to Channel 4: I Have Reflected on the Protests and I Understand the Protesters

Prime Minister Edi Rama gave a television interview from Tirana to the British broadcaster Channel 4, where he was also questioned about the ongoing protests. In response, Rama said he has reflected on the demonstrations and understands the protesters. “I have reflected a great deal on these protests and have come …

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Begaj Expresses Deep Sorrow Over Deadly Fire in Domë Village

President Bajram Begaj expressed his deep sorrow after a tragic fire in Domë village, Shkodër, killed a mother and her two children. Begaj shared his condolences with the victims’ relatives and offered his support to the family during this difficult time. “I feel deeply saddened by the tragedy in Domë …

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Albania and Vietnam Sign Labour Mobility Agreement

Albania and Vietnam have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on employment cooperation, creating a framework for recruiting and employing Vietnamese workers in Albania. Economy and Innovation Minister Delina Ibrahimaj and Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of Public Security Vũ Chiến Thắng signed the agreement during a ceremony held in Vietnam, with representatives …

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Prek Cali: Leader of Kelmendi Highlanders and Martyr of Democracy

Prek Cali, a prominent figure of Albania’s national movement and leader of the Kelmendi highlanders, was born on July 29, 1878, in Mali i Jushit, Shkodër. Cali played an important role in Albania’s history during the early 20th century. He fought against the Ottoman Empire between 1908 and 1912 and …

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USD strengthens against Albanian Lek, Euro loses ground

Tirana, July 29 – The US Dollar strengthened further against the Albanian Lek (ALL) on Wednesday. The official exchange rate from the Bank of Albania showed the Dollar at 82.43 ALL. The currency gained 0.22 ALL compared with Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Euro lost 0.03 ALL and reached 93.66 ALL. The …

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Conference League: Dinamo targets qualification against Aluminij

Tirana, July 29 – Dinamo City will host Aluminij on Thursday in the second leg of the UEFA Conference League second qualifying round. The Albanian side will seek a place in the third qualifying round after a 1-1 draw in the first leg in Slovenia. Head coach Ilir Daja will …

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Rama Cites Media Report, Says Albania Has “Nothing in Common with Autocracies”

Prime Minister Edi Rama reacted to a report by the Audiovisual Media Authority (AMA), which found that the opposition received more media coverage than the Socialist Party in major news broadcasts during June 2026. Rama said the findings provide clear and measurable evidence that Albania has no connection to autocratic …

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Lamallari Calls for Stronger Coordination and Greater Presence in the Field

Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari met with Albania’s 12 regional prefects to discuss key priorities for the months ahead. The participants focused on strengthening interinstitutional coordination and increasing the presence of public institutions in local communities. Lamallari identified public safety, the smooth running of the tourism season, and the prevention and …

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Excavations in Zubin Potok, Kurti: We Suspect the Human Remains May Belong to Missing Mitrovica Intellectuals

Acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti said the institutions’ initial suspicion following the discovery of human remains in the village of Kalludër, Zubin Potok, was that they could belong to the 23 intellectuals from Mitrovica who were abducted and forcibly disappeared on 19 April 1999. Speaking to the media, Kurti said …

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PD Challenges US Loan Agreement in Constitutional Court, Bardhi: Majority Committed Seven Constitutional Violations

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(–scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(–thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(–sticky-padding-top)” dir=”auto” data-turn-id=”8fc28679-8a5a-44b2-b5a1-57dd0902d361″ data-turn-id-container=”8fc28679-8a5a-44b2-b5a1-57dd0902d361″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-5″ data-turn=”user”> Albania’s Democratic Party (PD) has officially challenged before the Constitutional Court the law ratifying the €302 million loan agreement between Albania and the United States for the purchase of military equipment. Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, PD Parliamentary Group …

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Rama to Channel 4: I Have Reflected on the Protests and I Understand the Protesters

Prime Minister Edi Rama gave a television interview from Tirana to the British broadcaster Channel 4, where he was also questioned about the ongoing protests. In response, Rama said he has reflected on the demonstrations and understands the protesters. “I have reflected a great deal on these protests and have come …