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SPOCOC strikes criminal group for drug trafficking and money laundering, issues several arrest warrants
The Special Prosecution Office against Corruption and Organized Crime and the State Police have launched an operation against a suspected criminal group involved in drug trafficking and money laundering, while the action is still ongoing and further details from the authorities are expected. The Special Prosecution Office Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK), in cooperation with the State Police, has carried out a wide-scale operation to enforce security measures aga
Network of prostitution in 3 apartments dismantled, three foreign women arrested
Prostitution network hit in 3 apartments, three foreign women arrested An anti-crime police operation codenamed “Flats” has been finalized in Tirana, during which three apartments allegedly used for prostitution by foreign nationals were discovered. As a result of the operation, three foreign women were arrested—two Chinese nationals and one Vietnamese national—while two other individuals have been criminally prosecuted for the offense of “prostitution.” In its announcement,
Name / Diamond smuggling worth a total of 4,400 euros, 30-year-old man detained
Four precious diamonds were seized yesterday at the Port of Durrës during checks on vehicles arriving from Ancona, Italy. Police detained 30-year-old Dhionis Dervishaj, while the precious stones he had in his possession are valued at €4,400, with their origin remaining unclear. Meanwhile, during a search of another vehicle, an electronic device used for detecting precious metals was found hidden in luggage, and another inspection led to the discovery of a quantity of narcotic
“Be prepared” / UN warning: 2027 could be the hottest year in decades
The United Nations has warned that a new phase of the El Niño climate phenomenon could begin within weeks and intensify during 2026, significantly raising global temperatures at a time when the planet is already facing the impacts of climate change. According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), there are indications that this El Niño could develop into one of the strongest ever recorded, with the possibility of reaching so-called “super El Niño” levels, bringing m
Online sports betting platforms, cash payments are banned, transactions will be processed through financial agents
Online sports betting payments and withdrawals will be carried out only through financial agents licensed by the Bank of Albania, while operators are prohibited from accepting or making cash payments. The rule is part of the new directive from the Ministry of Finance on procedures and payment standards in the “online sports betting” category. The directive states that every deposit and withdrawal must be uniquely identifiable and traceable in the operator’s systems, the finan
What you need to know about the 2026 tax amnesty: Who benefits, which obligations are written off, and the deadlines set
The Tax Administration has published details on the implementation of the tax amnesty law, which aims to ease the financial burden on taxpayers through the cancellation or settlement of certain unpaid tax obligations. According to the law, beneficiaries include taxpayers and entities registered with the Tax Administration, whether active, inactive, or deregistered, with the exception of persons who have been convicted by a final court decision or are under investigation or co
The Tax Administration has reopened the process; Parents whose education expense claims were rejected can reapply in DIVA
Parents who were denied the benefit of compensation from the deduction of education expenses for their children will have the opportunity to reapply within the DIVA declaration. The Tax Administration announces that it has reopened the system for submitting the required documentation. Individuals whose applications were rejected due to the absence of fiscalized invoices can reapply and benefit from the scheme if they complete the relevant documentation. The Tax Administration
He was injured by Violand Braçellari during the operation in Maliq / What is the health condition of police officer Edison Adri
The State Police officer, Edison Adri, who was injured during the incident in Maliq, has passed the danger to his life. The 36-year-old is hospitalized in the ward of the Trauma Hospital in Tirana, where he is receiving specialized medical treatment. Medical sources report that his health condition has stabilized, while he will continue to remain under doctors’ care until full recovery. The officer was urgently transported to the Trauma Hospital after being injured in the ser
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
SMS scandal / Administration allegedly ordered to fill Edi Rama’s rally today in Tirana
Edi Rama is aiming to demonstrate today, at the gathering for the 35th anniversary of the founding of the Socialist Party, the strength of numbers in front of tens of thousands of citizens protesting for nearly two weeks outside his office. In the event that will take place at 17:00 just a few meters away from the protest, Rama aims to fill the entire “Nënë Tereza” Square to show Albanians and international media, who have moved to Tirana, that he enjoys greater support than
High school student expelled for sharing the Albanian language and literature exam paper on social media
A student in Kukës has been excluded from the Albanian Language and Literature exam after being caught photographing the test paper during the exam. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Education has assured that the Albanian Language and Literature exam, as part of the State Matura 2026, is being conducted normally, under conditions of security and full transparency across the country. According to the Ministry, the second Matura exam is being held in 144 exam centers and involves mor
Major anti-drug operation, 22 people arrested, including actors and singers
A new wave of arrests has hit the Turkish showbiz world. As part of a large-scale operation codenamed against illegal substances, authorities detained 22 people in the early hours of the morning. Among the most widely discussed names reportedly taken into custody are actress Beren Saat, her husband, singer Kenan Doğulu, arranger Ozan Doğulu, and actor Enis Arıkan. The scope of the investigation does not end there. The Narcotics Crimes Division of the Istanbul Police Departmen
Klajdi Haruni ends bachelor life, a grand wedding among Albanian artists
Singer Klajdi Haruni has officially ended his bachelor life, celebrating his marriage in a grand ceremony held last night. The wedding brought together family members, close friends, and many well-known names from the Albanian music scene, turning it into one of the most talked-about events of the moment. The festive atmosphere was energized by performances from artists selected by the couple, including Artjola Toska and Ervis Behari, who helped create an emotional and energe
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