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BREAKING NEWS / 32-year-old arrested in Maliq. Caught in a bar with a firearm!
Korçë Police/Case of illegal firearm possession uncovered. A 32-year-old was caught in a bar with a pen-shaped pistol and ammunition and was arrested on the spot. The pen-shaped pistol was seized as evidence. As part of ongoing efforts to combat illegal firearm possession and increase security measures, Korçë Police, in cooperation with the Special Force “Shqiponja,” acted on operational information indicating that an individual possessed an unlicensed firearm. They located t
A 40-year-old is being prosecuted for using a café for sports betting. Incident also reported in Kolonjë. Here’s the police statement!
Korçë Regional Police Directorate Specialists from the Crime Investigation Unit of Korçë Police Station arrested in flagrante citizen B. Xh., 39, resident of Korçë, after he was found outside his home in violation of a court order, which had imposed the precautionary measure of “House Arrest” on him for the criminal offense of “Irregular Driving of Vehicles.” Specialists from the Crime Investigation Unit of Devoll Police Station referred materials to the Prosecutor’s Office,
Two cars burned after midnight / Intentional arson suspected
Two vehicles were engulfed in flames late Sunday night in the city of Vlora, shortly after midnight. According to preliminary information, the fire is initially suspected to have been deliberately set to a “Benz” vehicle with license plate AB 550 LV. The flames then spread to another vehicle, a “BMW” with license plate AB 652 UI, which was parked nearby. Residents of the area immediately alerted the fire service, which intervened to extinguish the blaze and successfully broug
The Albanian Road Authority publishes the project for the alternative Librazhd–Prrenjas segment
This Monday, the Albanian Road Authority (ARRSH) publicly unveiled, for the first time, the new project for constructing an alternative segment on the Librazhd–Prrenjas route, which has been blocked for several days due to a road collapse. In a video shared by ARA, it was announced that emergency measures have been planned and approved to address the situation and restore traffic as quickly as possible. The project foresees the construction of a 1.3-kilometer alternative segm
Young people are leaving Albania / 62% of emigrants are under 35, young families are also departing
Albania continues to suffer from a population hemorrhage even after more than 30 years of transition, with the departure of young people dominating the trend. Data from Eurostat show that in 2024 alone, around 44,000 Albanians emigrated to European Union countries. In the four years following the pandemic, from 2021 to 2024, at least 180,000 people left the country. These figures do not include data from Greece or the United Kingdom, the latter of which experienced a wave of
The well-known comedy actor Mane Lumani, one of the four Parodists of Vlora, has passed away at the age of 79
The well-known comedy actor Mane Lumani has passed away at the age of 79, one of the most beloved figures of the Albanian stage and an inseparable part of the legendary group “4 Parodistët e Vlorës.” Lumani leaves behind a rich artistic legacy and a valuable contribution to Albanian humor, having been a source of smiles for the public for decades. With his remarkable talent for imitation and the portrayal of comic roles, he managed to create a distinctive style that made him
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
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
The meeting of the Socialist Party Presidency lasts only 30 minutes! Rama’s message revealed
The meeting of the Socialist Party Presidency has concluded, lasting only 30 minutes. Prime Minister Edi Rama left while conversing with the Mayor of Shkodër, Benet Beci. During the meeting, discussions focused on communication with party structures. Rama requested that members go out into the field and meet with citizens. Elections within the Socialist Party structures are expected to take place this year. As Rama announced at the party group meeting in March, a dialogue wit
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
Horror incident in Greece! / Suspected of killing his pregnant partner, investigation launched into 38-year-old
The First Instance Prosecutor’s Office of Athens has initiated criminal proceedings against a 38-year-old man who is suspected of killing his pregnant partner in the Kolonos area. According to authorities, he is facing charges for three felonies and one misdemeanor. Specifically, he is accused of murder committed in a calm state of mind, unlawful termination of pregnancy, and a serious case of domestic violence, which allegedly involves the continuous infliction of severe phy
PHOTO / They look like best friends! Ermal Fejzullahu’s wife makes an emotional dedication to their son
Arti, the son of singer Ermal Fejzullahu, celebrated his birthday. On this occasion, well-wishes poured in for the young boy, who has now reached adolescence. A special greeting came from his mother, Ariana Fejzullahu. She shared a photo with her son on her Instagram Story, accompanied by heartfelt words: “Happy birthday, my soul. You are the beginning of my happiness and the greatest blessing in my life,” Ariana wrote alongside the shared image. “KORÇA BOOM”
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