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ACCIDENT/ 4 members of the same family taken to hospital
A road accident was recorded this morning, August 10, 2026, on the Levan–Tepelenë road, in the Mollaj area. According to preliminary information, two Mercedes-Benz vehicles were involved in the accident, one driven by A.M. and the other by F.M. F.M.’s vehicle also had his wife and their two daughters on board. All four family members were taken by ambulance to the Fier Regional Hospital to receive medical treatment. Police are at the scene and are working to clarify the circu
Tragic/ Father accidentally runs over his 4-year-old daughter while maneuvering his car, child dies
A tragic incident occurred this morning in Ksamil, where a 4-year-old girl lost her life after being accidentally struck by her father’s vehicle. The incident took place in a private parking area. According to preliminary information, while maneuvering his Audi, registration plate CS 440 PP, the driver, Ergys Marku, accidentally struck his 4-year-old daughter, Ajla Marku. Despite efforts to assist her, the child died from the injuries she sustained. Sarandë Police have launch
Neighbor dispute turns tragic: 69-year-old suffers fatal heart attack after seeing his son involved in the conflict
A dispute between two neighbors over a stack of firewood ended tragically on Thursday evening in the Vrapaj neighborhood of Roskovec, where a 69-year-old man lost his life after allegedly suffering a heart attack. According to official sources from the Fier Local Police Directorate, the victim was identified as Baftjar Vrapi. The incident occurred around 20:00, at a time when his son was involved in a physical confrontation with a neighbor over a stack of firewood. Based on t
Touching message from Joan Zuko’s mother: Goodbye, my son, you will remain my breath!
A short while ago, the mother of Joan Zuko, the 20-year-old who tragically lost his life two days ago in Korçë, shared a heartbreaking post on her official Facebook page, expressing her immense pain over the loss of her son. A pain that is difficult to put into words, especially when it comes to losing a child in the prime of his youth. Joan Zuko was killed at just 20 years old, leaving behind family members, friends, and loved ones devastated by the tragedy that shook Korçë.
BIRN: Government set to reinstate online sports betting, criticized for lack of transparency
When the Albanian government finalized the ban on gambling in 2019, the official narrative promised to uproot a social problem that had spread to virtually every street in Albania. At the time, there was hardly a neighborhood without two or three betting shops, some of them located near schools or areas frequented by minors. Seven years later, the Albanian government is preparing to legalize online sports betting once again, which, despite legal restrictions, has continued to
"Rama, where have you ever seen this? Are you really going to depopulate this country even more?" Stefi Brothers slam music restrictions:"From bad to worse. You've made life miserable for these people
The government's decision to significantly restrict music in nightclubs and tourist venues has sparked strong reactions from businesses and the artistic community, who view the measure as another blow to the entertainment and tourism sectors. Under the new noise management regulations, music played in venues will be monitored through decibel measurements, with the permitted noise level set at 45 decibels. Artists argue that this limit makes it virtually impossible to hold liv
Experts: Number of women using drugs on the rise, southeastern region lacks rehabilitation centers
In southeastern Albania, the number of people facing mental health challenges, as well as those using narcotic substances, is increasing significantly. According to specialists, there has also been a rise in the number of women and girls using drugs, while the lack of long-term rehabilitation centers in Korçë is making treatment and reintegration into society more difficult. At the Community Mental Health Center in Korçë, specialists say that growing social problems are worse
SAD NEWS / She could not win the battle against the serious illness, 37-year-old woman passes away…
A sad news has shocked Albanians as it is reported that Ariola Habilaj could not overcome the battle with a serious illness, passing away at the age of 37. Family members and relatives will bid their final farewell to Ariola today at noon, with the funeral ceremony taking place at the Vlora cemetery. Ariola had been diagnosed with advanced-stage ovarian cancer, which unfortunately spread to other parts of her body, taking her life at a young age. The young Albanian woman live
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
Rama to convene government meeting in Tushemisht, Pogradec, on August 24–25
Prime Minister Edi Rama will convene his cabinet for a two-day retreat in Tushemisht, Pogradec, on August 24–25, ahead of the start of the new political season, according to sources speaking to Euronews Albania. The meeting was requested by the Prime Minister himself and, as has become a tradition in recent years, will focus on reviewing the performance of government institutions and setting priorities for the period ahead. During the retreat, ministers are expected to presen
After-school program: Teachers to be paid 1,000 lekë for each hour after classes, who can participate and how to apply
The government has approved new rules for implementing the “After School” program in public pre-university education institutions. The program will take place outside regular teaching hours and aims to strengthen students’ knowledge while also developing their social, sports, cultural, artistic, and creative skills. Teachers and trainers who will be involved in the program will be paid 1,000 lekë for each hour completed after regular classes. The payment will be considered co
Movie-style robbery in Saint-Tropez, tourist robbed of a $300,000 watch
Organized gangs targeting wealthy tourists on the Côte d’Azur appear to be back in action, as French authorities report a series of luxury jewelry and watch thefts in one of the French Riviera’s most popular destinations. The latest case was recorded in Saint-Tropez, where four Spanish nationals were arrested on Saturday after allegedly stealing a watch worth around $300,000, or approximately €261,000, from a Brazilian tourist. The theft occurred on Friday in Saint-Tropez, in
Ronela Hajati lashes out at online comments: "They're so embarrassing to read, zero class!"
Singer Ronela Hajati has publicly spoken out against the hate speech and offensive comments circulating on social media, describing them as disturbing and a reflection of the declining standard of online communication. In an Instagram Story, the artist expressed her disappointment with the way many users choose to communicate online, saying she is often shocked by the language people use. "The overall standard of comments on social media has officially dropped to grade Z... I
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