Shkodër: Albania’s European Face and Bulgaria’s Historic Friend

Shkodër, also known as Scodra, stands as one of Albania’s most significant cultural and economic centers, representing the country’s strong European identity and long-standing historical ties with Bulgaria. Situated in northern Albania, the city...

‘OXI’ in Art and Film: How 1940’s ‘No!’ Echoed Through Greek Culture

On October 28, 1940, Greece’s refusal – ‘OXI’ – to the Italian ultimatum sparked not only the triumphant Albanian campaign followed by years of brutal occupation, but also an artistic wave that carried defiance, grief, and hope. Painters, poets,...

'I feel the vibe:' Thousands attend Punta Gorda Culture Fest

PUNTA GORDA, Fla. — People enjoyed Spanish flamenco dancers, indigenous Guatemalan jewelry, and Caribbean cuisine at the seventh annual International Culture Fest in Punta Gorda on Saturday. "You travel the globe without leaving your backyard,"...

Albania plans digital ID launch for 2026 to underpin broader digital transformation

The Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has praised the imminent launch of the country’s digital ID system as one of the drivers of its digital transformation. Prime Minister Rama was speaking during an event yesterday to present the digital ID...

Lin Village Declared 'Urban Architectural Ensemble', Added to UNESCO Heritage

The picturesque Albanian village of Lin, situated on the shores of Lake Ohrid near Pogradec, has been officially declared an “Urban Architectural Ensemble” and incorporated into the Albanian component of the UNESCO World Heritage list. The...

Albanian brothers ‘built £335MILLION cocaine empire from UK car wash & splashed cash on luxury flats, supercar & YACHT’

TWO Albanian brothers allegedly built a £335million drug empire from a car wash in the UK The pair are said to have lived a lavish lifestyle, spending money on luxury flats, supercars and a yacht. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! Klevis...

Việt Nam, Albania vow to elevate bilateral cooperation to new heights

HÀ NỘI — Albanian President Bajram Begaj highly evaluated the traditional friendship between Việt Nam and Albania over the past 75 years, emphasising the need to revitalise bilateral ties through the promotion of delegation exchanges at all...

Vietnam, Albania vow to elevate bilateral cooperation to new heights

Hanoi (VNA) – Albanian President Bajram Begaj highly evaluated the traditional friendship between Vietnam and Albania over the past 75 years, emphasising the need to revitalise bilateral ties through the promotion of delegation exchanges at all...

From Price to Value: Alexandros Kosenas, CEO of Neptun, on the Evolution of Albania’s Home Appliance Market

How has the home appliance market in Albania changed in recent years, and how is this connected to global trends? The Albanian home appliance market has matured significantly in recent years, both in terms of consumer expectations and product...

World Polio Day — No Cases Reported in Albania Since 1996

October 24 marks the World Day for Awareness and Prevention of Poliomyelitis, a serious disease that primarily affects children. In Albania, the disease has been eradicated since 1996, thanks to vaccination efforts. Albania is recognized among the...

Memphis: Trump’s crime crackdown nets 100 gang members, finds dozens of missing children

2nd Lt. Valdeta Mehanja, is a pilot and interpreter with the 1-131st Aviation Regiment. An Albanian native born in Kosovo and a U.S. citizen, she is an Alabama National Guard pilot who came to the U.S. as a refugee escaping conflict in the region....

Tirana marathon draws 5,000 runners from 50 countries

TIRANA, Oct. 19 — More than 5,000 runners from 50 countries took part Sunday in the Tirana Marathon, now in its ninth year and one of Albania’s biggest annual sports events. The race began at 8 a.m. and included 42, 21 and 10-kilometre courses. It...

In North Macedonia, Albanian-Run Festival Thrives as ‘Bridge Between Cultures’

In the town of Tetovo, at the foot of the Sharr Mountains in North Macedonia, languages from across the world resound around the local cultural centre, the venue of the Ditet e Naimit (Days of Naim) international poetry festival, named in honour...

MAGA Rep. Rages at ‘Entitled’ Food Stamp Recipients

Randy Fine raged against welfare recipients while bashing “bleeding heart liberalism.’ The newcomer Florida congressman appeared on Newsmax’s Sunday Agenda, and gave his impassioned speech to host Lidia Curanaj. After being shown footage of people...

Mariella Frostrup silences Nadine Dorries with dismantling of anti-immigrant rhetoric

Mariella Frostrup perfectly dismantled the anti-immigrant rhetoric from the right, leaving Nadine Dorries speechless. The journalist was appearing on Thursday’s edition of Question Time alongside recent Reform defector Dorries, Labour minister...

Friday Sermon – Muhammad (sa): The great exemplar (3 October 2025)

Friday Sermon 3 October 2025 Muhammadsa: The great exemplar After reciting the tashahhud, ta‘awwuz, and Surah al-Fatihah, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa stated: The distribution of the spoils of war that were acquired following the Battle of Hunain...

Valbona Mezini — The Designer from Gjirokastër Who Creates Clothing for...

For 33 years, fashion designer Valbona Mezini has been running an atelier dedicated to designing and tailoring various types of clothing. Recently, she moved from Tirana back to her hometown, opening her business in the characteristic Bazaar of...

Man Banned Entering Albania on Suspicions for Connections with Terrorist Acts

A man, religious preacher called Imran Hosein was prohibited this Thursday to enter Albania. He was stopped at Rinas airport as he travelled from South America to Albania. He was banned entering Albania after informations that he had connections...

Tirana Marathon returns for its ninth edition

TIRANA, Oct. 18 — Thousands of runners from around the world are expected to take part in the Tirana Marathon on Sunday, one of Albania’s biggest sporting events. Now in its ninth edition, the marathon coincides with Tirana’s year as...

Cardinal Burke to Newsmax: Exorcism Prayer at St. Peter’s a Sign of Spiritual Battle

Cardinal Raymond Leo Burke, who presided over a traditional Latin Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica last week where 97-year-old Cardinal Ernest Simoni delivered a prayer of exorcism, told Newsmax on Sunday that the action was a powerful reminder that...