Korçë District The Korçë Police Commissariat referred the case to the Prosecutor’s Office, initiating criminal proceedings against 45-year-old B. H., resident of Korçë, who is suspected of taking the law into his own hands by preventing a 41-year-old from connecting the drinking water line on a jointly owned property currently under litigation. The Kolonjë Police Commissariat issued a wanted notice for 46-year-old O. M., resident of Ersekë, suspected of threatening, stalking,

In the family of the well-known Pogradec photographer Ardian Fezollari, the joy of welcoming his first granddaughter has turned into a fight for life. Just days after Ardi became a grandfather through his only daughter, tragedy struck the family: the little angel, Daima, was born with serious heart problems. Doctors have confirmed that the one-week-old baby suffers from aortic coarctation and a ventricular septal defect, two conditions that put her life at risk. The only chan

The North Atlantic is entering an active phase with increased dynamics, which, according to forecasts, will bring unstable weather and heavy rainfall over Europe at the end of October and the beginning of November, meteorologists from Severe Weather Europe warn. A warmer-than-average sea is fueling the development of frontal systems with more moisture, meaning frequent rains and an increased risk of flooding are expected. A typical autumn pattern is forming over the North Atl

A few days ago, joyful news came from the “Koço Gliozheni” University Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital in Tirana, where a mother gave birth to quadruplets. Gynecologist Nderim Horeshka, who closely monitored the case, also commented on the event. In a Facebook post, Horeshka stated that it was a high-risk pregnancy and shared that the quadruplets were born prematurely on August 8. The doctor added that the mother, Rozeta, took on the risk and refused to terminate the lives

In an interview with Top Channel, a patient suffering from gynecological cancer expressed that she has not received a single brachytherapy session. She stated that she had approached a bank to apply for a loan. “Since I have been paying contributions to the state all these years, why should I have to go elsewhere for treatment? I suffer from gynecological cancer. I haven’t had a single brachytherapy session. I asked in many places; in Turkey it costs 4,000 euros. For some of

In comparison with European countries, Albania still has relatively favorable electricity prices for household consumers, but compared to the region, it has the highest prices after North Macedonia. According to Eurostat data, in the first half of the current year, the average electricity price for household consumers in the EU was 0.28 euros per kWh. Albania, with a price of 0.18 euros per kWh, ranks significantly below the EU average, but as shown in the chart below, it has

A 3.4-magnitude earthquake struck Albania today. According to EMSC data, the earthquake had a depth of 5 km, with its epicenter 11 km from Tirana. While no material damage has been reported, the tremors were especially felt in Tirana, Elbasan, and surrounding cities, causing concern among residents. “KORÇA BOOM”

Changes have taken place in the leadership of police stations in several cities across the country. It is reported that changes occurred in the cities of Dibër, Elbasan, and Tirana, as well as in Shkodër and in the Serious Crimes Directorate at the General Directorate of State Police (DPPSH). Announcement from the Police Directorate: Chief Commissioner Mariglen Duçi, previously Head of the Police Station in Malësi e Madhe, DVP Shkodër, has been appointed Head of the Police S

The cost of living for families with children increased far more than for other households in 2024 compared to 2023, according to data from the Household Budget Survey. Monthly expenses for families with two adults and children rose by 14.7% last year the highest increase among all household types. Such a family now needs about 106,000 lek per month to cover living costs (around 14,000 lek more than a year earlier), compared to the national average of 93,000 lek per month. Th

For every passenger they transport, transportation companies will have to pay a new fee. All companies — including those in the maritime, air, and land sectors that carry travelers — will be required to pay an additional charge per passenger. According to a decision published in the official gazette, every transportation company, including those operating in the maritime, air, and land sectors, will have to pay 200 lek per passenger to cover the costs of the system that colle

Albania is facing a significant increase in respiratory infections, as the Australian flu is beginning to raise concerns for health authorities. According to the Institute of Public Health (ISHP), around 12,000 cases are reported per week, although no confirmed flu cases have been recorded so far. IPH specialist Artan Simaku explains: “We have 12,000 cases per week, but we have not confirmed flu.” However, patients are presenting at health centers with flu-like symptoms such

Former Prime Minister Fatos Nano has been in serious health condition for the past 20 days. The historic leader of the Socialist Party continues to be treated in a private hospital in Tirana, and his condition is reported to remain unchanged. Nano is still in intensive care, with doctors facing particular challenges in reviving his brain activity. A team of foreign doctors has also arrived in Albania to assist with his treatment, but so far, there have been no significant imp

What citizens and businesses gain from the fiscal reforms toward the EU: lower taxes, debt forgiveness, and greater support for farmers. The government has unveiled a new fiscal package aimed at aligning Albania’s economic system with European Union standards by 2030. Finance Minister Petrit Malaj, through a social media announcement, presented the main points of this ambitious plan, which seeks to ensure sustainable growth in budget revenues up to €10 billion by the end of t

A joyful announcement has been shared by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection, stating via social media that at the “Koço Gliozheni” University Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital in Tirana, a young mother has given birth to quadruplets through a natural pregnancy. “From the wonderful family of Rozeta and Geraldo, who have been blessed with quadruplets: Roal, Alrda, Roar, and Auro, born from a natural pregnancy. After a month of intensive medical care, the little ones

At 3:00 a.m. this morning, the clocks were turned back one hour, marking the beginning of winter time. This means we gained an extra hour of sleep, but the days will now get dark earlier. The time change is a long-standing practice in many countries around the world, including Albania, aimed at saving energy and adapting to seasonal variations in natural daylight. Advantages of turning the clock back Turning the clock back one hour gives us an extra hour of sleep on the firs

The Kakavijë Border Police have announced that on Monday, October 27, 2025, vehicle traffic in both directions at the Kakavijë border crossing will not be allowed, due to a strike by Greek customs officers. According to information received from the Greek Border Police, the restriction will be in effect from 06:00 to 10:00 (Albanian time). During this period, only pedestrians without luggage and vehicles with medical emergencies will be allowed to cross. The Kakavijë Border P

Two days full of inspiration, collaboration, and love for our elderly! The Municipality of Devoll, in collaboration with Dorcas Albania, had the pleasure of hosting a group of young people from a school in the Netherlands in an activity organized together with one of the donors – Kom over en Help. The purpose of their visit was volunteer work and supporting groups in need in the Devoll area. During these two days, the young volunteers carried out several activities full of he

On Sunday, October 26, 2025, Albania will officially switch to winter time. Astrophysicist Mimoza Hafizi, speaking on "Ora News," emphasized that it is time to reconsider whether changing the clocks still makes sense in today’s reality. “In 2019, there was a discussion and a decision was made to propose to EU member states to stop changing the clocks, keeping the same time year-round. But that happened in 2019. In 2020, COVID began, and two major changes could not overlap in

Yesterday, the Civil Protection Commission of the Korçë Municipality held a meeting to discuss measures for the prevention and management of emergencies during the 2025–2026 winter season. During the meeting, participants analyzed last winter’s events, assessed the response to summer wildfires, and defined concrete responsibilities for each member of the commission. The discussion emphasized the importance of close cooperation with the Police and non-governmental organization

The Police Oversight Agency (Durrës-Kavajë Region), following a several-month investigation in cooperation with the Prosecutor’s Office at the First Instance Court of General Jurisdiction in Durrës, regarding the criminal offense of “Abuse of Office” under Article 248 of the Penal Code, has executed preventive measures with a prohibitive character: “Suspension from performing a public duty or service” against four police officers. The suspended officers are: Commissioner A.