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Cannabis plantations discovered, police destroy 2,098 seedlings. Two people arrested
An anti-drug operation has been carried out in Shkodër, where 2,098 cannabis plants and seedlings were destroyed by burning. In an official statement, police said the operation took place in the villages of Ndrejaj and Vukël. Meanwhile, police announced that a 53-year-old man was arrested in flagrante delicto at the plot where the narcotic plants had been cultivated. A 52-year-old man was also arrested on the charge of “failure to report a crime.” The village chief of Vukël h
Serious incident: 70-year-old man found dead in his home
A 70-year-old man was found dead in his home in the “Skënder Libohova” neighborhood in Lushnjë. The victim was identified as Skënder Nezha, who lived alone. It was his neighbors who, after noticing his absence for a period of time, became suspicious and immediately alerted the police. After arriving at the scene, police officers confirmed that the 70-year-old had passed away inside his home. Preliminary investigations suggest that the elderly man died of natural causes, while
Armed conflict between neighbors / Two arrested and one wanted, police seize Kalashnikov and explosives
Police officers from the Criminal Investigation Unit at the Shkodër Police Station have intervened following an armed conflict that took place in the city, arresting two people and declaring another one wanted. The incident, which is suspected to have occurred over trivial motives, also led to the seizure of an arsenal of weapons and explosive materials. According to police, as part of investigative and procedural actions to clarify the circumstances of the conflict recorded
After the rally, the police take action: 15 people are criminally prosecuted
Police structures in Tirana have criminally prosecuted 15 citizens, following investigative actions related to a rally held in Tirana, which is suspected of having caused public order disturbances and road traffic blockage. According to the official announcement, the individuals prosecuted are charged with “Organizing and participating in illegal gatherings and demonstrations,” “Disturbing public order and peace,” and “Obstructing vehicle traffic.” Investigations show that th
Scorching weekend in Albania: cities where temperatures are expected to reach 40°C / Korçë region to remain the coolest
The first three days of the week will be dominated by clear weather and very high temperatures, while a slight drop is expected from Tuesday. Albania will face a strong heatwave during the weekend and the beginning of next week, as a result of warm air masses moving from Western Europe toward the Balkans. According to meteorologist Lajda Porja, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday will be the hottest days, with temperatures in some areas reaching 40°C. The highest values are expected
Poisoning at the Security Academy / Number of poisoned students rises to 64. The line of investigation the Prosecution is following
The number of students suspected of being poisoned after consuming food distributed at the Akademia e Sigurisë has risen to 64. After the initial 60 reported cases, four additional cadets have presented to emergency services with the same symptoms. Police and the Prosecution Office in Tirana are continuing investigations to clarify the causes of the incident. According to sources, the case file is expected to be merged with the investigation into a similar poisoning episode t
DATA SCANDAL BREAKS OUT / ‘Agi Kons’ fined 35 million ALL. Here are the violations committed
The Commissioner for the Right to Information and Protection of Personal Data has imposed a substantial fine on the construction company “Agi Kons,” totaling over 35 million ALL, following the identification of a series of serious violations in the processing and storage of personal data. According to the official decision, the company is said to have published photo and video materials of individuals without first obtaining their consent, thereby violating the basic principl
From July 1, pensions will be indexed. Expert Duka: 550,000 beneficiaries across the country, here is what the monthly increase will be
From July 1, around 550,000 pensioners in Albania will benefit from the new pension indexation, a measure aimed at partially offsetting the rise in prices of goods and services in the market. According to the new scheme, urban pensions will increase by 4%, while rural pensions will increase by 5%. In total, the country has around 754,000 pensioners, but the direct beneficiaries of this increase are about 550,000 of them. In an interview for the program Goodmorning Albania, pe
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
Marjana Koçeku ‘hits out’ strongly the Socialist Party: MPs are not free, the Parliament only approves the party’s decisions
The departure of MP Marjana Koçeku from the Parliamentary Group of the Socialist Party has gone beyond the borders of Albania and attracted the attention of international media. The prestigious British outlet *“Britannia Daily”* has dedicated an article to her decision to break away from the majority, at a time when anti-government protests in the country have been ongoing for 28 days. The article is titled: “One of Albania’s youngest MPs leaves the ruling party as protests i
Honored is the principal of the “Faik Konica” high school, recognition for her long-standing contribution to education
At an event focused on recognizing figures in education, the principal of the “Faik Konica” high school in Korçë, Lindita Grabocka, has been awarded a special recognition for her contribution to the education and formation of younger generations. The award was given by the director of RDPUE Korçë, Vinjola Rota, who praised Ms. Grabocka’s long-term work and dedication in leading the educational institution. According to the official statement from the Regional Directorate of P
She embraced her to save her: Mother dies while protecting her daughter during the earthquake
Venezuela was struck by two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale, considered the strongest to hit the country in more than a century. Amid the tragedy caused by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, a mother became a symbol of sacrifice, giving her life to save her young daughter. The news was made public by Venezuelan footballer Héctor Bello, who, in an emotional Instagram message, announced that his wife Andrea sacrificed her life to protect t
“I was judged in Big Brother,” Miri reveals behind-the-scenes details: My wife understood my game better than anyone else
Miri, a well-known member of the group West Side Family, has spoken openly about his experience on Big Brother VIP Albania, an experience that, according to him, confronted him with emotional challenges and strong public judgment. About nine months after participating in the reality show, Miri said that entering the Big Brother house was a personal challenge for him, stepping in front of the public without the filters of the stage and showing himself as he truly is. Recalling
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