Intense rainfall has caused significant damage in Maliq. Reports indicate that the Maliq plains are submerged, with dozens of hectares of farmland damaged, severely affecting the local farmers’ economy. The agricultural land was flooded due to rising levels of the Devoll and Dunavec rivers. Meanwhile, floods have also been reported in Pogradec, with water present in homes and on roads. “KORÇA BOOM”

Meteorologist Lajda Porja provided more details about the upcoming weather in the country. She said that rain is expected across the entire territory, and snow is also possible in mountainous areas. According to her, temperatures will drop to a minimum of minus 1 degree Celsius. However, she added that starting next Tuesday, the cold air mass will move away. Meteorologist Lajda Porja: In central areas, there won’t be major problems, except for Durrës. Rain will also occur in

The November holidays, followed by Christmas and New Year celebrations, will bring a large influx of visitors to Korçë and its surrounding tourist villages. Voskopoja, Dardha, and Boboshtica are among the most popular destinations, causing hotels, guesthouses, and all accommodation facilities to be fully booked. The high demand has led to early reservations, with capacities now fully booked for the entire festive period. Most visitors are local, but foreign tourists are also

Electricity has been restored in most of the Korçë district after feeder 17 of the Korçë Substation was put back into operation. Currently, only 15 rural subscribers remain without electricity, out of the 3,155 reported earlier. Earlier, due to the severe weather affecting the country’s southeast, 3,140 subscribers were left without power in the villages of Vithkuq, Bulgarec, Biranj, Vashtëmi, Pocestë, Lumalas, and 15 subscribers in Mazrekë and Osojë. “KORÇA BOOM”

After the confusion created among farmers and processors regarding the implementation of the VAT compensation scheme foreseen in the fiscal package, Monitor clarified with fiscal institutions how the scheme is expected to be applied in practice and on which invoices the compensation will be calculated. According to them, for example, if a farmer with a NIPT sells agricultural products worth 1,000 euros, and for this sale the collector or processor issues the corresponding sel

The weather situation in the country remains concerning. Despite a reduction in rainfall during today, specialist Anira Gjoni from the Institute of Geosciences said that late in the evening, heavy rainfall will return in several districts. “The districts of Vlorë and Gjirokastër will see intensive rainfall, locally very heavy, while in the districts of Shkodër, Korçë, and Berat, the rain is expected to be moderate and locally heavy. In the rest of the districts, rainfall is e

Electricity bills will now have to include more detailed information related to the consumer’s category, the balance of self-produced energy, or cases where there is an installation for charging an electric vehicle. In a recently approved instruction, the Energy Regulatory Entity (ERE) has emphasized that each bill must include the consumer’s identification. Specifically, according to the legal framework, the categorization of consumers is: household, others connected at 0.4

Here is the The overall price level increased by 2.2% in October according to Eurostat’s methodology, about 0.1% higher than national measurements. According to INSTAT, the highest price increase of 8.9% was observed in the group “Recreation and culture”, followed by the groups “Alcoholic beverages and tobacco” with 3.1%, “Furnishing, household equipment and maintenance” with 2.8%, “Education services” with 2.7%, “Hotels, cafés and restaurants” with 2.6%, “Miscellaneous goods

Today, a very important project was inaugurated to strengthen safety and protect our community from fires. The Devoll Municipality, in collaboration with the “Dora Prindërore” Association, the company BOOREVIT, and the Australian Embassy, officially presented the pilot project aimed at installing a modern early warning system for fires. This pilot project represents a major step toward modernizing monitoring and response mechanisms, bringing new technology and increasing loca

The fiscal package also foresees an amendment to the law “On Tax Procedures,” aimed at reducing informality and limiting cash payments. “In this package, four measures are planned. The first concerns businesses, which will be allowed to conduct cash transactions with each other up to 100,000 lek from the current 150,000 lek set by the legal framework. Above this amount, every business will have to make payments through the bank. Additionally, businesses will be allowed to sel

Tumor diseases are advancing among the Albanian population faster than the state’s ability to provide the necessary medications for their treatment. As a result, a considerable number of patients are forced to leave the country for treatment, facing multiple challenges, starting with high financial costs. “Since in our country we do not have Actinomycin D available and we are dealing with an aggressive form, we believe the child should be treated abroad.” This was the stateme

The former Sanatorium, one of Korça’s symbolic buildings, is being returned to the city in the service of knowledge. Donated by the Korçar philanthropist Thoma Turtulli, the former Sanatorium was saved from decay and is coming back to life again as part of a major project for Korça’s future. Soon, after the complete reconstruction, this historic building will be part of the Knowledge Hub, transforming into a functional space dedicated to education, youth, and innovation. A va

Heavy rainfall over the past hours has caused serious flooding in the Mamurras underpass, which has filled with over 1 meter of water. Due to the lack of any drainage or sewer system, water accumulated quickly, blocking several vehicles. Footage shows a car almost completely submerged, while the driver managed to escape only thanks to the help of a nearby citizen. Currently, traffic in this underpass has been stopped, as the situation is considered dangerous and out of contro

Renowned meteorologist Lajda Porja revealed on “Wake Up” when snowfall is expected to begin. According to her, snow will fall on Saturday night and during the day on Sunday. Porja also stated that December will be white, as this winter is expected to be slightly colder than last year. She added that there will be no snowfall in Tirana, but there may be a chance to enjoy it on Mount Dajt. “Currently, a cold polar air mass has moved into Central Europe, affecting Germany, Franc

The increase in budget revenues this year is largely supported by rising wages. In its analysis of fiscal indicators for the first nine months of the year, the Bank of Albania notes that the structure of revenue growth has not shown significant changes throughout the year. Most of the growth (around 82%) has come from social security contributions and the expansion of personal income tax revenues. According to the central bank, the high growth rates of the latter mainly refle

According to the population data, Albania sits between the hope of births and the harsh reality of demographic decline. The third quarter of 2025, based on INSTAT data, presents a mixed picture. At the national level, there were 1,347 more births than deaths, but five counties continue to face a grim balance, where funerals exceed the number of newborns. From Vlora and Berat, continuing with Shkodër, Gjirokastër, and Korçë, the natural population increase is negative, signali

Gemini are expected to feel more attractive and energetic this weekend, drawing the attention of others. For those in a relationship, this is the perfect moment to deepen the bond with their partner through honest conversations and shared activities. Singles will have good chances for new encounters, where an unexpected flirt could turn into something more serious. Pisces will also feel more emotional and sensitive, making them more connected to their partner or attracting a

Korça, where every step awakens a feeling… Our city is not just a destination; it is a feeling that follows you everywhere… A hospitality that welcomes you at every turn, an aesthetic that soothes the soul, a harmony you can only find here. In Korça, the most beautiful thing is not what you see… but what you experience. Come and enjoy the atmosphere of a city that knows how to be magical every day, in every season, in every detail. “KORÇA BOOM”

Workplace accidents have been increasing year after year. According to INSTAT data, in 2024 there were 224 inspections recorded due to workplace accidents, marking a 2.8% increase compared to the previous year. The number of employees injured at work was 177, an increase of 5.4% compared to 2023. Of these, 18.6% were women. Regarding fatal accidents, in 2024 there were 33 work-related deaths, or 3 more than the previous year. Of those who died, 6.1% were women. In 2024, the t

The consumption of packaged drinking water has increased year by year, but its quality is not guaranteed for citizens. This is the main finding of the latest report by the Supreme State Audit (KLSH), which focused on a specific audit of this sector. Specifically, SSA notes that the system in place has failed to assure citizens of the quality of packaged drinking water released to the market. “Although the consumption of this product has continued to grow each year, the respon