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“He looked me in the eyes and could only say ‘ugh’,” neighbors recount the 65-year-old’s final moments
The victim’s neighbors have recounted his final moments, saying that shortly before the incident he had spoken with them normally and was carrying out his daily chores at home. One of the neighbors said she had seen him that morning and that he told her he was going to Korçë. He later returned home and started working. “He came here, checked on the rabbits, and then went to get the wheelbarrow, I don’t know what he was going to do. We were shocked when we heard people shoutin
Road collision, children and mother rushed to the hospital
A road accident has been reported moments ago on the Patos ring road, involving three vehicles. According to preliminary information, two vehicles of the “Benz” type, driven by citizen L. M., and a “Citroen” vehicle, driven by citizen T. M., collided with each other. As a result of the strong impact, the wife and children of the driver of the “Citroen” vehicle were injured. Two ambulances arrived immediately at the scene and transported the injured to the Fier Regional Hospit
The inmate dies in prison
A prisoner has died inside the premises of the Institution for the Execution of Criminal Decisions (IECD) in Fier. According to sources, the deceased is the inmate Artur (Gent) Ymer Doku, also known as Sherifi. Preliminary information suggests that the death occurred due to natural causes, as he had been suffering from health problems, particularly heart-related issues. Artur Doku was serving a 15-year prison sentence following a court decision for several serious criminal of
“He dedicated his life to sport,” Armand Duka honors the memory of Artan Pogoni
The sudden passing of Artan Pogoni has shocked Albanian sport. The former volleyball player, coach, lecturer, sports executive, and commentator passed away yesterday at the age of 54 due to cardiac arrest, while he was in Vlora. The tragic news has sparked numerous reactions from sports figures, while the president of the Albanian Football Federation, Armand Duka, expressed his condolences through a message on social media, describing Pogoni’s loss as a great pain for the ent
Surprise inspections at the Municipality, SSACOC collects materials from the institution’s offices
The Special Structure Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) carried out a control operation this Tuesday at the premises of the Tirana Municipality, as part of an ongoing investigation. According to sources, during the investigative actions, checks were conducted in the institution’s offices, while materials and documents were also seized, which are expected to assist the investigation process. At this stage, the Special Prosecution Office has not disclosed which spec
The price of oil drops significantly in global markets, attention turns to fuel prices in Albania
Global oil prices experienced a sharp decline on Monday after a pause in fighting between the United States and Iran, marking the biggest daily drop since April 8. Brent crude, which serves as a benchmark for international markets, closed at $85.87 per barrel, down 11.3%. U.S. crude oil also recorded a significant decline, falling by around 7% to trade at $82.61 per barrel. The development was influenced by a statement from U.S. President Donald Trump, who said that the Unite
Protest ends, Kapshtica resumes operations and traffic returns to normal
The Kapshtica border crossing point resumed normal operations at 09:00 this Monday, after around four hours of closure caused by a protest by Greek customs officers. With the reopening of the border point, vehicle and pedestrian traffic immediately resumed in both directions, while travelers are carrying out crossing procedures to and from Greece. The temporary closure occurred after Greek customs employees stopped work as part of a protest, preventing vehicles and citizens f
Debating about the same things? Maybe the problem lies in your zodiac sign!
A relationship between fire signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius) and air signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius) is often considered one of the most exciting yet challenging combinations to manage. Fire seeks open passion, physical presence, and dramatic gestures, while air thrives on conversation, personal space, and a lighthearted approach. “This is where typical misunderstandings arise: Aries wants immediate answers at 3 a.m., while Gemini replies the next day as if nothing happened, c
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
Korça gains another important road artery, Rama: Works have started
Prime Minister Edi Rama has announced that paving works have started on the Potom–Backë–Qafa e Martës road, an investment expected to bring the regions of Korçë and Berat closer together by creating a new connection between Korçë and Skrapar. Through a post on social media, the head of government described the project as a strategic and long-awaited investment, which, according to him, will bring numerous benefits for residents and the local economy. “Paving has begun on the
Sweden replaces screens and tablets with physical books and handwriting to restore reading skills
Sweden, once considered one of the world's leaders in digitalized education, is making a major shift back to traditional teaching methods in schools. Concerned that excessive use of tablets and screens has negatively affected reading comprehension and basic writing skills, the Swedish government is investing heavily in bringing printed books back into classrooms. The national strategy aims to gradually phase out digital devices for children under the age of six, following a d
Powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake, tsunami alert issued
A powerful earthquake struck Japan’s Kyushu island on Tuesday morning, triggering concern among authorities and residents in the affected areas. According to preliminary estimates from the National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilience (NIED), the earthquake had a magnitude of 7.1 on the Richter scale. Following the strong seismic activity, Japanese authorities issued a tsunami warning, with waves potentially reaching heights of up to one meter, accordi
(PHOTO) “For the blonde who stole my heart” / Mateo surprises Brikena with a romantic gesture during the show
A special and emotional moment took place during a television show, where Mateo surprised his partner, Brikena Selmani, with a romantic dedication. Brikena was surprised when she received a large bouquet of red roses, along with a card that read: “For the blonde who stole my heart.” Mateo’s gesture was accompanied by the couple’s emotions, as they exchanged hugs and kisses in front of the cameras, creating a warm atmosphere in the studio. The surprise was met with applause an
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