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Strict controls at Kapshticë, honey imports are banned
The Customs branch in Kapshticë has seized around 1 ton of honey because the imported quantity lacked the necessary documentation to verify the product’s food safety. The shipment, intended for import and sale in the country, has been held in the customs warehouse until the required analyses and legal procedures are completed. According to the General Directorate of Customs, food safety remains a priority, while consumer protection and ensuring import standards are considered
Breaking news / Arrests in Korça and Devoll. In Maliq, a dispute between spouses. Incident in Kolonjë. Here’s what happened!
Korçë Local Police Directorate The Road Traffic Sector arrested the following individuals in flagrante: A. P., 35, resident of Korça, in neighborhood no.3, Korça, for driving under the influence. M. S., 32, resident of Bilisht, in the city of Bilisht, for driving under the influence. Crime Investigation specialists at the Maliq Police Station referred the case to the Prosecutor’s Office, where a criminal proceeding was opened against F. C., 45, resident of Maliq, suspected
Parked vehicle catches fire in the village of Bulgarec, Korça; firefighters intervene
A vehicle caught fire in the early hours of the morning in the village of Bulgarec, Korça. According to preliminary information, the fire broke out around 02:30 this morning while the vehicle was parked by the roadside near several homes. Firefighters intervened to extinguish the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby buildings. As a result of the flames, the vehicle was completely destroyed, but fortunately, no injuries have been reported. The investigative team is wo
February 28 protest, SPAK also investigates a member of parliament
Regarding the protest held on February 28, 2026, at 18:00, called by the Democratic Party of Albania, the Sector for the Investigation of Serious Crimes has continued investigative and procedural actions, resulting in the arrest of four individuals. Those arrested are L. M., 20 years old; R. D., 33; D. R., 21; and S. R., 36, suspected of the criminal offenses “Assault due to official duty,” “Disturbance of public order,” “Violation of rules on explosives and incendiary materi
Depopulation alarm even for bakeries, there are no bakers
The craft of the baker, one of the oldest and most identity-defining professions in Albania, is heading toward extinction. At a time when the country counts over 3,000 bakeries and more than 12,000 businesses involved in bread and pastry production, the industry is facing an alarming shortage of specialists. Wages have increased significantly, yet bakeries remain empty. At the root of this crisis are mass emigration, the decline of vocational schools, fierce competition, and
March 1st, Summer Day for the Orthodox!
If in Albania Summer Day has turned into a massive national celebration and is marked on March 14, for Orthodox believers Summer Day remains March 1, the first day of the month. This is considered the sacred day to celebrate the arrival of the warm season and the departure of winter. Summer Day was the first day of the year according to the very ancient Albanian calendar, a day that was celebrated many centuries before Christianity was born. Orthodox believers place the veror
4 days without electricity / Power outage announced in these cities, TSO: There will be massive disconnections on these dates
Residents and businesses in Elbasan, Gramsh, and Librazhd will face temporary power outages during the period March 2–5, 2026, due to technical maneuvers and safety measures on the transmission network. According to the official announcement, as part of the shutdown as a safety measure of the 400 kV Fier – Elbasan – Qafë Thanë line, interventions will be carried out on several 35 kV and 10 kV lines, which will result in short power interruptions in certain areas. Elbasan On M
Tourism in Korçë has been completely paralyzed for a week, with the most affected area being the tourist village of Voskopojë
Tourism in Korçë has been completely paralyzed for about a week, with the tourist village of Voskopojë being the hardest hit. Around 80 percent of reservations have been canceled, while tour operators are urging authorities to announce the reopening date for the Librazhd road, as they are facing financial ruin. Meanwhile, visitors are reportedly going to Greece and North Macedonia instead. Some guesthouses are closed, others have their doors open but without visitors. This is
PHOTO ALBUM: "Firends" are furious, here are the names of the winners...
Yesterday evening "Korça Boom" brought to all the fans of our portal the news of the winners of "Korça Loves Volley", who after winning...
Aug 24, 2023
Southern Albania paralyzed by road collapses, Artan Hoxha mocks: Rama in Korça by helicopter, like in a music video!
For the past 10 days, southeastern Albania has been paralyzed following a road collapse in Arrë e Gurrës, forcing drivers to take alternative routes, which themselves have their own problems. Journalist Artan Hoxha did not hold back his remarks about the situation, noting that the current blockage is not the result of Ottoman or German occupation, which occurred in Albania over the centuries. Referring to Prime Minister Edi Rama’s recent visit to Korça, which due to the block
Experts: Students should sleep more, lessons should start later
Schools should consider applying more flexible schedules, allowing students to start lessons later in the morning. This is the recommendation of a group of Swiss researchers, who argue that adolescents have a biological rhythm that pushes them to fall asleep and wake up later compared to adults. According to them, many young people fail to meet their daily sleep needs due to the early start of school, which has consequences for both well-being and the learning process. “This
Warning, graphic images / Killed by the U.S., the first photo of Ali Khamenei under the rubble is released!
Iranian media have published the first photo of Iran’s leader, Ali Khamenei, at the moment of the bombing, showing him trapped under rubble. As seen in the image displayed on screens, he is beneath the debris while rescue teams attempt to extract him. Media reports note that Ali Khamenei succeeded the founder of the Islamic Revolution in 1989. He was killed in an attack by Israel and the United States, Iranian state media confirmed early Sunday. “KORÇA BOOM”
The youngest contestant of “Big Brother VIP 5” has been confirmed
The 23-year-old model, Nikol Projko, officially confirmed her participation in Big Brother VIP 5 during an interview on the show “Big Brother Radio” on Top Albania Radio. “It’s an opportunity to connect with the public more closely and to show more than just my image,” she said, emphasizing her desire to challenge herself and experience every moment inside the house. The 23-year-old will start her adventure this Saturday, joining the other contestants of the newest season of
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