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Chase like in the movies / Young man on a motorcycle refuses to stop, is arrested at gunpoint. An arsenal is found in his home
A police operation in Kamëz has led to the arrest of two young men who were traveling armed on a motorcycle. The operation, codenamed “Risku,” was carried out by officers of Police Station No. 5 with the aim of cracking down on individuals posing a threat to public safety. A 23-year-old and an 18-year-old, both residents of Kamëz, were arrested. The incident took place in the village of Çekrezë, where police signaled the motorcycle to stop. The driver did not comply and conti
Drugged and left her to die in a park / The 3 perpetrators appear in court today. The heartbreaking words of the Albanian woman’s father: “I dressed her like a bride, today I have her wedding and her
New developments have emerged regarding the death of 19-year-old Albanian Myrto in Kefalonia, while one of the arrested suspects, a 26-year-old former weightlifter, appeared in court to ask for forgiveness. According to information, the young man claims he was the one who carried the unconscious girl out of the apartment and that, together with a 23-year-old, they called emergency services. However, investigations by the Greek Police point to a more serious version of events.
Details emerge from the incident in Maliq / Who is the teacher who lost their life?
According to preliminary information, the victim, Alban Bejleri, a resident of the Devoll area and employed at the school in the village of Marjan, is suspected to have suffered a heart attack immediately after finishing the teaching process. Sources indicate that while he was heading toward his vehicle, he collapsed on the road, where he passed away. Due to the distance and difficult infrastructure conditions in the area, the transport of the body to the morgue of the Korçë
Flight restrictions from the end of May, airlines prepare for fuel rationing
Airlines may be forced to start cancelling European flights by the end of May due to a shortage of jet fuel, and governments should begin preparing contingency plans in case airports need to ration fuel, a consortium of more than 300 aviation companies said on Friday. “By the end of May we could start seeing some cancellations in Europe due to a shortage of jet fuel. This is already happening in some parts of Asia,” said Willie Walsh, Director General of the International Air
23,000 lekë per kilogram for plums, economics expert: The Competition Authority should intervene in the market
Rising prices of products in the Albanian market continue to worry consumers, while certain cases are sparking strong public debate. One of these is the price of green plums, which this season has reached up to 22,000–23,000 old lek per kilogram, a level considered unjustifiable. Economics expert Romina Radonshiqi, invited on A2 CNN, described the situation as concerning and called for institutional intervention. She said the price is abusive and urged the Competition Authori
From honey production to tourism, the farms of Korçë attract visitors
Beekeeping in the Korçë County is increasingly turning into a tourist attraction, drawing foreign visitors, especially from Germany. Bee farms are now being included in tourist guides. In Korçë County, there are over 200 bee farms, and the most sophisticated among them are being transformed into tourist destinations. A group of German tourists recently visited one of these farms, while its administrator, Eugen Skërmo, says that tourist visits are steadily increasing. “They ca
The Transparency Board lowers the price of diesel, here is how much petrol will be sold for
With the new prices coming into effect at 13:30, diesel will be sold at 207 lek per liter, down from 215 yesterday. Meanwhile, petrol will be sold at 174 lek per liter, down from 178 yesterday. On 15 April 2026, in its latest meeting, the Transparency Board decided: The retail price of the diesel product of standard SSH EN 590 shall not exceed 207 lek per liter, while the wholesale price shall not exceed 195 lek per liter. The retail price of the petrol product of standard SS
AIS data / In Korçë, over half are married and 16.1% are divorced. Vlora residents only divorce. Tirana has the lowest marriage rate
Latest AIS data show significant differences between Albania’s counties regarding marriage and divorce rates. Vlora leads in divorce rates, with 21.2 divorced persons per 1,000 inhabitants, followed by Gjirokastra with 18.7 and Berat with 16.9. Next are Korça with 16.1 and Tirana with 15.7, indicating a higher concentration of divorces in these areas. On the other hand, Kukës has the lowest divorce rate in the country, with only 5.8 per 1,000 inhabitants. Dibra and Lezha also
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
Prime Minister Rama is summoned by SPAK as a witness in the trial of Sali Berisha over the “Partizani” case
The hearing has started today at the Special Court against the leader of the Sali Berisha and other co-defendants. After hearing the parties’ request for evidence, the court decided to accept the written evidence, and also approved the questioning of witnesses listed in the prosecution’s request, as well as those requested by the leader of the Democratic Party. One of the witnesses requested by Berisha is also Prime Minister Edi Rama, a request that the court has accepted. “K
He is no longer with us, but his lessons live on: Tribute to Gjergji Papanikolla
Three years have passed without the respected teacher from Korça, Gjergji Papanikolla, a beloved and highly regarded figure who dedicated his entire life to education and the upbringing of younger generations. This April 15, he would have celebrated his 80th birthday, an anniversary that brings back with nostalgia and respect his memory for all those who knew him. Gjergji Papanikolla was the embodiment of a dedicated teacher. A calm, wise person with a broad culture, he stood
“I can do it today, get ready!” The message of the 14-year-old who killed nine people at his school is revealed
New details continue to emerge from the tragic incident in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey, where a 14-year-old student opened fire inside a school, causing the death of 9 people, including 8 students and one teacher. Shortly before carrying out the attack, the minor had posted a disturbing message in English on an online platform, warning of the act: “I can do it today around three o’clock. Fifth and sixth grade students, get ready. I feel so done today.” According to media reports, a
Rozana Radi teases Selin about Gimbo, the housemate says: “I won’t leave Tirana for him!”
The Thursday night in “Big Brother VIP 5” brought a completely different atmosphere than usual, as the finalists were surprised by the presence of several special guests. Well-known presenters from Top Channel shows joined the housemates for a special dinner in the most famous house in Albania, bringing not only interesting conversations but also humorous moments. One of the most talked-about moments of the evening was the conversation between Rozana Radi and Selina. The pres
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