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Previously convicted for drug cultivation, 61-year-old caught with a pistol and ammunition
A 61-year-old man has been arrested by police in Krujë after a firearm and ammunition were found during a search of his home. According to police, Shaban Murati, 61, was arrested as part of a police operation codenamed “Foksi.” Authorities said he had previously been convicted of cultivating narcotic plants. During the search, police officers found a pistol and a magazine loaded with ammunition in a storage facility within the grounds of the 61-year-old’s home. The firearm an
Cocaine hidden inside pasta and mussels: How the drugs were smuggled into Prison 313
During a search carried out yesterday by the General Directorate of Prisons and the Oversight Agency for the Execution of Criminal Decisions, a quantity of suspected narcotics was found at Prison 313 in Tirana. At first glance, it is clear that these are cooked pasta, but they are not just pasta. Cocaine and hashish were hidden inside and were intended to be smuggled into the prison. The cocaine and cannabis had allegedly been ordered by phone by an inmate, identified as O. A
BREAKING NEWS/ Hidden in food, cocaine and hashish found at Prison...
Cocaine and hashish have been found inside Prison 313. The news was confirmed to BalkanWeb by journalist Klodiana Lala. The drugs were reportedly hidden in food, although it is not yet known which inmate the food belonged to. Inspections are currently being carried out by the Directorate of Prisons and the Agency for Oversight of the Criminal Sentences Enforcement System. “KORÇA BOOM”
Doctors and nurses, here’s the big news from the government
The Ministry of Health has opened applications for 70 subsidized loans with 0% interest, aimed at doctors and nurses who want to purchase their own homes. The scheme is intended to help healthcare workers manage housing costs by giving them the opportunity to obtain interest-free loans to purchase a home. A total of 70 loans are available to applicants who meet the criteria set out in the program. The initiative represents another support measure for doctors and nurses, aimed
Facilitations/ Cadastre: Documents required for the registration of the Act of Acquisition of Land Ownership
The State Cadastre Agency (ASHK) is informing citizens about the documentation they need to have in order to register the Act of Acquisition of Land Ownership (AMTP). According to SCA, citizens who have been issued an AALO must ensure, before applying for registration of the act, that they have all the required documentation. The application file must include the original AALO, a survey plan of the acquired land area, in accordance with the standards approved by a decision of
Alarm/ West Nile Fever reaches Korçë: 72-year-old suspected of being bitten by a mosquito, here are the symptoms he experienced
This is the first confirmed case this year in Albania of West Nile virus. The patient is a 72-year-old man from Korçë, who presented at the Korçë Regional Hospital around August 1 with symptoms similar to those of West Nile fever. Following the initial suspicions, the patient was admitted to the infectious diseases ward, and the necessary isolation measures were taken. Samples from tests conducted at the Korçë Regional Hospital were sent for verification to health authorities
An emigrant travels 5 hours from Greece to meet Rama: “Let me see him, then let him die!”
While young people continue protesting against Rama outside his office, another scene has emerged from Pogradec, where the Prime Minister appears to still enjoy the support of at least some elderly citizens. A 65-year-old Albanian man who has lived in Greece for 35 years traveled around five hours from Xanthi, Greece, to meet Rama. Halim Bufi said he learned about the government meeting in Pogradec and immediately decided to set off, hoping to express his gratitude to Rama fo
Korani Festival in Pogradec: Traditional flavors and music bring tourists together by the lake
The months of August and September coincide with the stocking of Lake Ohrid with young koran fish, which is why this period in Pogradec is also marked by the annual Koran Festival. This year’s event once again brought together local chefs, who presented visitors with a variety of koran dishes prepared according to traditional recipes. According to the chefs, the “king of the lake” remains one of the most popular attractions for tourists and visitors. For Albanian master chef
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
Rumors of a government position under Rama, Grida Duma responds: “If I enter politics, I’ll do it through my own door”
For days, Grida Duma’s name has become one of the most widely discussed topics on Albania’s political and media scene, following reports that the former opposition MP could join Edi Rama’s government, potentially in a senior position. In recent days, various scenarios have been circulating, with some even speculating about the position she could take, who might be backing her, or an alleged political “deal.” Faced with these claims, Duma has now responded publicly, ending her
Students to return to lecture halls / Here is the date when the new academic year 2026–2027 begins
On October 5, the new 2026–2027 academic year will begin at Albanian universities, with students returning to lecture halls, laboratories, and university life. Minister of Education Mirela Kumbaro announced that the new academic year will also begin with new and more modern facilities at several universities across the country, as a result of investments by the Ministry of Education. According to Kumbaro, the investments aim to improve university facilities and create better
TRAGEDY/ Maternity ward engulfed in flames, 14 babies lose their lives
A tragic fire broke out in the maternity and newborn ward at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hospital in Islamabad, where at least 14 babies lost their lives. The flames broke out on the third floor of the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) unit, one of the hospital’s main wards. PIMS spokesperson Dr. Aneeza Jalil confirmed that 14 newborns died, while another baby was rescued. Emergency teams immediately arrived at the scene, including fire trucks, ambulances,
Left Për’puthen but is going to Big Brother? Megi Pojani a contestant on BBVA?
Megi Pojani’s name has once again come into the spotlight, this time in connection with one of the country’s most-watched television formats, “Big Brother VIP Albania.” Journalist Elton Tozaj posted a photo of the presenter on his Instagram Story, suggesting that she could be one of the housemates in the upcoming season of BBVA. “She left Për’puthen but is going to Big Brother! Megi Pojani a BBVA housemate?” Tozaj wrote in his post. If the information turns out to be accurate
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