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TRAGIC INCIDENT/ 58-year-old dies after being struck by a tree while cutting wood in the forest
A tragic incident was recorded this Friday in the village of Shosh, Shkodër, where a 58-year-old man lost his life after reportedly being accidentally struck by a tree. The victim has been identified as Tonin Zojza, who, according to preliminary information, was in a forested area cutting and collecting firewood when the accident occurred. It is suspected that while he was working, a tree struck the 58-year-old, causing fatal injuries. Police officers and an investigative tea
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
25-year-old woman dies after succumbing to injuries sustained in hotel fire
Ana Dyrmishi, a 25-year-old woman from Durrës, has died after suffering severe injuries in the fire that engulfed the “Brooklyn” Hotel on Vlora’s Lungomare on August 16. The young woman had suffered burns to around 85% of her body and had been fighting for her life for days. After receiving initial treatment in Albania, she was transferred to Turkey for more specialized medical care. Despite doctors’ efforts, the 25-year-old’s condition remained critical, and she passed away
Bank of Albania “floods” the market with cash, money outside banks reaches €5.6 billion
The amount of money circulating outside the banking system reached 522.5 billion lek (€5.6 billion) in July, marking an all-time historical record. Official data from the Bank of Albania show that the country is being flooded by an unprecedented wave of cash in the economy. In addition to the natural trend driven by the high level of informality, another factor is also contributing to this situation: the Bank of Albania’s interventions in the foreign exchange market. The cent
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
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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
Changes to teaching workloads and school structures
Changes to teaching workloads and school structures, particularly for schools in rural areas. Ministry of Education approves: Instruction No. 16, dated August 27, 2026, introducing amendments and additions to Instruction No. 14, dated July 10, 2023, which regulates the number of students per class and the teaching workload of educational staff in pre-university education institutions. The new document brings significant changes to the organization of schools, the determinatio
Tragedy for an Albanian family! These are the three children who lost their lives in the fire, two of them twins
Loved ones of the Albanian family who lost three children in a devastating house fire on Wednesday are asking the community for support. A cousin told News4JAX that the three children who died were 11-year-old twins and a 2-year-old. She said that two adults and two other children, aged 2 months and 9 years old, are hospitalized with critical injuries sustained in the fire. The cousin, Alessia Firi, launched a GoFundMe campaign for the Manati family, which has so far raised m
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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