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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
Jun 11


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
Jun 10


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
Jun 9


Three most favored horoscope signs until June 12, find out if yours is among them
From now until June 12, three zodiac signs are expected to experience one of the most favorable periods of the year. The reason is linked to a rare astrological alignment between two of the “luckiest” planets in astrology: Venus and Jupiter, which are currently in the sign of Cancer. Venus is associated with love, pleasure, relationships, and creativity, while Jupiter is considered the planet of luck, growth, and opportunities. According to astrology, their combination create
Jun 9


“You may think I am too young, but…” – The powerful message of the 12-year-old girl at the Korçë protest: Fear is driving us away from this country
Not only in Tirana. For several days, protests have also been taking place in Korçë. One of the most emotional moments of the protest held in Korçë yesterday was the speech of a 12-year-old girl, who addressed citizens with a message about the future of her generation. “You may be thinking I am too young to be here. That may be true, but I am not too young to understand what is happening around me, how this land, for which our ancestors fought, is being sold without a second
Jun 9


Alarming situation in Southeastern Albania, blocked roads and kilometers-long traffic jams
Heavy rainfall that has affected southeastern Albania in recent hours has caused major disruptions to road traffic. In addition to the closure of the Moglicë road, an important route connecting Maliq and Gramsh, problematic conditions have also been reported on the Qukës–Librazhd road and in the Prrenjas–Xhyrë area, where construction works on Corridor VIII are currently underway. Dozens of vehicles have become stranded in floodwaters and are unable to move, while the resulti
Jun 8


Death certificate that opened investigations, doctors issue strong statement
Doctors and staff of the Mamurras Health Center gathered this Monday outside the institution, publicly expressing support for doctor Anila Lleshi, who is being investigated in connection with the completion of the death certificate of an 85-year-old woman from Fushë-Mamurras. The incident has drawn significant attention following suspicions that the elderly woman may have died as a result of blunt force violence, while investigations continue to fully clarify the circumstance
Jun 8


“Beware of scam SMS messages about fines and unpaid debts,” Police appeal to citizens: Do not click them…
The State Police has issued an appeal to citizens following numerous reports of fraudulent messages falsely claiming the existence of unpaid fines or administrative debts. According to the official statement, many citizens today reported receiving SMS messages requesting payment for alleged administrative penalties. After receiving these reports, Cybercrime Investigation units immediately began verification and investigations to identify the perpetrators. Police explain that
Jun 8


ART THAT DEFIES CANCER / Four times facing the disease, the story of the 38-year-old woman who did not give up
Journalist Sonila Musai brings the story of a 38-year-old woman who, although she has faced cancer four times, has never given up. At 38 years old, Blerina Kalthi has turned one of life’s most difficult challenges into a story of strength and hope. Through painting and handmade crafts, she has not only found a new passion, but has also built an inspiring message for all those who face this illness. Colors, threads, and hundreds of carefully placed dots on canvas have become p
Jun 7


"They sent us to our deaths without protection, armed only with...” / Former police officer speaks out after the Maliq tragedy: “Our lives were worth less than a few cannabis plants"
A former State Police officer, Aldi Bylyku, has reacted following the tragic incident in Maliq, where police officer Enea Mekolli was killed, publishing a lengthy and powerful testimony about the conditions under which, according to him, officers worked during operations to apprehend highly dangerous individuals. In his account, the former officer explains that he served at the Maliq Police Commissariat from 2017 to 2021 and took part in several operations aimed at capturing
Jun 7


Good news from Trauma: the condition of the injured police officer in Maliq is improving
There are encouraging news about the health condition of police officer Edison Adri, who was injured during an operation carried out a few days ago in Maliq and was urgently transported to the University Trauma Hospital in Tirana. According to official information published by the Trauma Hospital, the officer remains intubated, but his condition is stable and showing continuous improvement. The statement says that his vital signs are stable, while he is being kept under const
Jun 6


Murder of the officer / Family members demand accountability from Begaj: “You have left the country in the hands of criminals”
Grief-stricken family members of police officer Enea Mekolli, who was killed in the line of duty yesterday, are today mourning the loss of their loved one. During the funeral homages in Pogradec, President Bajram Begaj was involved in an incident where family members of the victim reportedly confronted him and demanded accountability over the case. It was the victim’s uncle who addressed Begaj regarding the incident, calling for stronger measures and stating that criminals ar
Jun 5


Colleagues cannot hold back their tears as tributes are being held for officer Enea Mekolli, who was killed in the line of duty
The city of Pogradec is today paying its final farewell to Police officer Enea Mekolli, who was declared a “Martyr of the Nation” after losing his life in the line of duty during a police operation in Lozhan. The tributes in honor of the 34-year-old were held at the Cultural Center of Pogradec, where family members, friends, colleagues, and numerous citizens gathered to pay their respects and express solidarity with his family. Although state regulations provide that “Martyrs
Jun 5


Goodbye, Director Brikena. You will always remain with us
Always With Us, Brikena! It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Brikena Baxhaku, Principal of the Harry Fultz School. For many years, Mrs. Baxhaku served our institution with dedication, professionalism, and a strong sense of responsibility, making a valuable contribution to the education of generations of students and to the development of our school. She will be remembered with respect and gratitude for her tireless work, integrity, and the human values she
Jun 5


Increase in pensions and new bonuses: Here's how the elderly will benefit from the latest changes to the scheme
Thousands of citizens continue to work even after they have retired, and nevertheless still pay social security contributions like all other employees. Democratic Party MP Igli Cara has proposed amendments to the social security law aimed at exempting this category from the obligation to pay contributions, as long as they have already contributed once for their pension. “Is it right or not that a pensioner, after contributing for 39 years, continues to contribute to the syste
Jun 4


Albania in a phase of aggressive ageing, for the first time in history the median age reaches the EU average
Albania is undergoing an unprecedented demographic transition, with population ageing accelerating at a pace that has exceeded even the most pessimistic forecasts. The latest official data from INSTAT reveal a historic shift in the country's age structure, moving Albania from one of Europe's youngest nations to a society whose median age now matches the average of the European Union. According to the data, the median age of Albania's population reached 45 years on January 1,
Jun 4


In June, everything changes for these 4 signs: finances and relationships take a positive turn
Mercury’s entry into the sign of Cancer in June 2026 is expected to bring new energy into many people’s lives. According to astrologers, this transit, which will last until August 9, favors communication, intuition, family relationships, and emotional security. In astrology, Cancer is associated with home, care, and a sense of belonging, while Mercury governs thinking, communication, and the way we process information. The combination of these energies is considered a favorab
Jun 3


Elbasan–Qafë Thanë Road, ARA: First 7.5 km dual carriageway section to open by the end of June
ARA announces progress on Corridor VIII works and the opening of the first segment in both directions. Within June, the first 7.5-kilometer segment of the Elbasan–Qafë Thanë road, part of Corridor VIII, is expected to be fully opened to traffic. The Albanian Road Authority states that vehicles will be able to move in both directions, significantly easing traffic on this important national route. Currently, traffic is operating on only one side of the road, while the completio
Jun 3


Strong emigration after the pandemic: At least 164,000 more Albanians have left the country than have returned
An alarming figure of more than 166,400 Albanians is estimated to have left the country during the post-pandemic years, from January 1, 2021 to 2026, highlighting a further deepening of Albania’s demographic crisis and emigration trend in a population that is already smaller and older. This unusually high level of emigration indicates that economic and human capital policies, instead of encouraging people to return, continue to fuel departures even 35 years after the fall of
Jun 3


Cherry harvest ready in Dvoran / Farmers: Labor shortage threatens the harvest
As the cherry harvest season approaches in Dvoran, farmers are expecting high yields, but they warn that a shortage of workers is threatening the smooth completion of the harvest. Residents who once regularly took part in seasonal agricultural work are becoming increasingly scarce. According to farmers, many experienced workers choose to travel to neighboring countries during the season, attracted by the higher wages offered there. Although daily pay has reportedly reached up
Jun 2
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