German citizen caught with 30,000 undeclared euro in Rinas
Two cases of smuggling and one of non-declaration of money at the border were dealt with this Monday by police authorities. A German citizen was criminally prosecuted for the case of non-declaration of the money. Meanwhile, the amount of 30,000 euros that he did not declare at the exit of …
Luxurious vehicle burned in Shkodra
A luxurious vehicle was partially burned in the early hours of Monday morning in Shkoder. Police revealed that the “Range Rover” type vehicle is owned by a 58-year-old resident of America. On its part, the investigative group led by the Prosecutor’s Office is working to determine the cause of the …
Two injured and six cars crash on nation’s highway
Six vehicles collided this Monday morning, on Nation’s Highway, near the village of Blinisht. According to the police, as a result of the collision, material damage was caused and two people were slightly injured. Following the massive accident, police services went to the scene and are working to determine the …
Elbasan, teen busted transporting drugs
A 19-year-old was arrested in Elbasan after he was caught transporting a quantity of narcotics. Drugs were found hidden in the vehicle driven by the young man, as announced Monday. On their part, the authorities have identified the owner of this vehicle and the work to catch him is ongoing./abcnews.al …
12 incinerator defendants to appear before Special Court
2 people arrested by order of the Special Prosecution against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK), are expected to appear before the court this Monday at 10:30, for the Tirana Incinerator affair. Earlier on, the Special Prosecutor’s Office issued 15 arrest warrants, after the investigations started for the concession awarding procedures …
Opposition warns blocking of parliament work on approving 2024 budget
Opposition has once again warned of chaos and blocking the work of the Assembly, while this Thursday it is expected that the 2024 budget will be approved, article by article and in its entirety. Six opposition MPs will not be present at the session, as they were expelled for 10 …
Suspended vice mayor of Kukes appears at SPAK
After the suspension from the office, deputy mayor of Kukes Municipality, Granit Gjana appeared on Thursday morning at the Special Prosecutor’s Office (SPAK). SPAK accuses Ghana of violating equality in tenders, while today Ghana will be notified of the measure of suspension from office. According to SPAK, Ghana, in violation …
SPAK finished probe on former Mayor of Durres
Special Prosecutor’s Office (SPAK) closed this Thursday the investigations for the former mayor of Durrës, Vangjush Dako, and for the other defendants, who are accused of abuse of office in two cases. Eleven people have been charged, while only one has been requested by the prosecution to dismiss the case, …
2024 budget approved despite chaos in parliament
2024 budget has been approved this Thursday morning with 74 votes in favor, while the session closes after 8 minutes due to the tensions. At the launch of today’s plenary session, the opposition MPs clashed with the Guard of the Republic, which has been put on standby to ensure the …
40 arrested, 50 prosecuted in operation against illegal gambling
Cybercrime in Tirana’s Police Department has arrested at least 40 people and has proceeded with 50 others at large. These measures have been taken as part of the operation launched on Wednesday evening against gambling. ABC News journalist Ervin Leka reports that the police action has been extended to all …
*]: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:8c64583c-a703-4b61-8781-824378c77044-67″ data-turn-id-container=”request-WEB:8c64583c-a703-4b61-8781-824378c77044-67″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-10″ data-turn=”assistant”> Press freedom in Kosovo has entered a clear period of decline, according to a report by partner organizations of the Council of Europe’s Platform for the Protection of Journalism and Safety of Journalists. The report links the decline to political interference, …
On July 20, 1883, the monthly political, social, cultural and literary magazine “Flamuri i Arbërit” was first published in Corigliano Calabro, Italy. Jeronim De Rada, one of the most important figures of 19th-century Albanian literature and the Arbëresh community, founded the magazine. Known as the “father of Albanian journalism,” De …
Pogradec is enjoying a strong summer tourist season. The lakeside city continues to attract large numbers of visitors from Albania and abroad. Local authorities say tourist arrivals have risen sharply in July. Visitors choose Pogradec for its cool climate, scenic lake, and quality tourist services. The Municipality’s Tourism Directorate also …
Albania has transformed into one of Europe’s fastest-growing tourist destinations. The country has also earned a strong place on the global tourism map. According to UN Tourism, Albania ranks among the world’s busiest tourist destinations when measured by visitors per resident. This ranking compares annual tourist arrivals with the local …
Inspectors from the National Coastline Agency continue daily inspections along Pogradec’s lakeshore to ensure proper management of public beach areas and enforce regulations. Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja shared photos from the inspections on social media. He said inspectors removed umbrellas placed outside approved concession areas and issued …
Prime Minister Edi Rama responded today to criticism and calls to cancel the Mountain Package. He said the initiative will help people in mountain areas develop their properties and attract investment. During an online conversation with citizens, Rama explained that the Mountain Package does not mean selling mountains. Instead, it …
Education Minister Mirela Kumbaro visited the facilities of “Fan Noli” University in Korça, where she held an open discussion on the challenges of internationalization and changes to the Higher Education Law. During the meeting, attended by Parliament Speaker Niko Peleshi, Kumbaro spoke with University Rector Lorenc Ekonomi, faculty deans, professors, …
Socialist Party parliamentary group leader Taulant Balla hosted today at the Albanian Parliament Altin Marku, a representative of the Albanian diaspora in Switzerland and head of the “Fol Shqip Show” platform, which promotes success stories of Albanians living abroad. During the meeting, Balla praised the diaspora’s contribution to strengthening ties …
The Bylis/Klos Archaeological Park has started conservation works on five of its most important monuments as part of a project focused on protecting and preserving cultural heritage. The project will restore and stabilize the Theatre of Bylis, the Theatre of Klos (ancient Nikaia), the Cistern, the Justinian Baths, the Prytaneion …
President of the Republic Bajram Begaj received today (July 21) the credentials of Mexico’s new ambassador to Albania, Genaro Fausto Lozano Valencia, who resides in Rome. During the meeting, President Begaj praised the friendly relations between Albania and Mexico. He expressed confidence that the new ambassador’s mission will strengthen political …