Youth dies due to heart attack
A 20-year-old man died in the Korça Hospital this Friday morning. According to the information, the young man had felt bad in a bar in Bilisht and was rushed to Korça Hospital, where he died. Meanwhile, forensic expertise is awaited to determine the cause of the 20-year-old’s death. Police sources …
Shkodra house engulfed by flames
A house was engulfed in flames this Friday morning in Shkoder. According to the information, it is learned that the incident took place on the fourth floor of a building in the Parruca neighborhood. Meanwhile, it is known that the house was rented by a family with four members who …
Bribery for the tender to the Ministry of Health, GJKKO leaves in prison the engineer
The Court of Special Appeals, this Friday, has upheld the security measure of prison arrest for Silvi Shehu, the engineer of Vladimir Topi’s company, who was arrested on suspicion of corrupting the secretary of the Ministry of Health, Joana Duro. Three days after the arrest, the court released its owner, …
Double murder in Dukagjin, causes still a mystery
A tragedy happen yesterday in Dukagjin, where father and son were executed with firearms in their native village. Journalist Simon Shkreli reports for ABC News that the police are on the scene and are working to collect information related to the clues regarding the murder of the father and son, …
Court session on man who punched ex-PM postponed
Hearing in the Court of Tirana for Gerti Shehu, who punched former Prime Minister Sali Berisha on December 6 of last year, the day the EU Summit was held in Tirana, has been postponed to July 20. Reason for the postponement was the absence in the session of the victim …
Rama: Cadastre services only online since 3rd July
From July 3, there will be no more counters for services in the Cadastre, Prime Minister Rama announced Friday, revealing that the Cadastre will now be a window through e-Albania where everyone will be able to be equal and receive the services they need. In his speech, the Head of …
Albania Detains 45 in Anti-Drugs Bust Focused on Elbasan
Albanian police declared on Thursday that an anti-drugs operation had resulted in 45 people being arrested while seven more are declared wanted. Original post Here
Police once again controls at the Mujahideen camp in Durres
This Thursday morning, the police controlled again MEK camp in Manez, Durres. Journalist Leonidha Musaj reports for ABC News that police forces are stationed at the entrance to Camp Ashraf 3 and are checking all vehicles leaving the camp. Meanwhile, we remember that a week ago in this camp due …
Police “surrounds” Elbasan, Rapid Intervention Force looking for Talo Çela
Elbasan continues to be armored by the Rapid Intervention Force. This action, which is spread throughout the city, focuses on the identification and capture of the most recent criminal elements. Talo Çela is a nationally and internationally wanted person and is accused of the criminal offenses “Murder of a police …
Kosovo, a police checkpoint in North is attacked with a stun grenade
The police checkpoint at the “Three Skyscrapers” in North of Mitrovica was partially burned by a powerful explosion that is suspected to be from a stun grenad but luckily no one was injured. The incident happened today around 3:15 am on Thursday, while at the time of the explosion the …
TIRANA, May 18 – The global museum community marks International Museum Day today. In this context, Albania offers free entry to museums on May 18 and May 21 for related cultural events. Meanwhile, the International Council of Museums established the day in 1977. The initiative aims to raise public awareness …
TIRANA, May 18 – Albania hosts the 83rd Albania Cycling Tour from today until 22 May. Twenty elite teams from Albania, the Balkans and Europe take part in the race. The first stage starts at 12:00. Cyclists begin in Tirana and finish in Lezha. The State Police announces temporary traffic …
Librazhd opened the tourism season with “Egnatia Fest 2026” in the Cherry Park. Around 54 businesses joined the event and promoted the area’s nature, history, traditions, and tourism potential. Minister Andis Salla attended the festival and highlighted the importance of local tourism and private investment for economic growth. Salla said …
Dushaj stands above Fushë-Bulqizë with stone towers, green valleys, waterfalls, and mountain landscapes. The village has become a growing destination for visitors seeking nature, history, and authentic Albanian hospitality. At the entrance of the village, the historic Kulla Hupi welcomes tourists preparing for the new tourism season. Workers continue restoration …
TIRANA, May 18 – OSCE Ambassador to Tirana, Michele Tarran spoke at a media freedom conference. He said journalism represents a public service, not only a profession or an industry. He pointed to declining trust in institutions, disinformation and manipulation. He also cited reduced media pluralism, information insecurity, hate speech …
TIRANA, May 18 – Health and Social Welfare Minister Evis Sala took part in the 79th World Health Assembly session. The discussions opened with a focus on protecting children from online risks. They also addressed the impact of digital violence. At the opening stage of the event, the World Health …
TIRANA, May 18 – Prime Minister Edi Rama is on an official visit to the Republic of Korea from 17–21 May. He is accompanied by his wife Linda Rama and the official delegation. According to the Media and Information Agency, the visit aims to deepen cooperation between the two countries. …
TIRANA, May 18 – Swiss Ambassador to Albania Ruth Huber spoke at a media freedom conference with local and international participants. She said free media represents a key pillar of democracy and institutional strengthening. In this context, she described the conference as an important regional forum for dialogue among journalists …
The Ethnographic Museum in Elbasan continues to be one of the city’s most visited cultural sites, attracting both local and foreign tourists interested in tradition and cultural identity. Recently, the museum welcomed a group of French tourists who visited its historic building and explored its ethnographic collections. Visitors viewed traditional …
TIRANA, May 18 – Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu is in Baku, Azerbaijan, where she is taking part in the World Urban Forum 2026. The forum is one of the main international platforms on urban development, housing and city sustainability. The event is organised under the auspices of Azerbaijan President …