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.

The year-end bonus that pensioners and other eligible categories will receive will be more than 5,000 lek. With the government having tripled the fund for this year’s bonus, it is expected that the same formula used in 2024 will apply again. Thus, around 515,000 individuals receiving pensions up to 20,000 lek will benefit from a 15,000 lek bonus, while those with pensions above 20,000 lek will receive an additional 10,000 lek. “The year-end bonus for pensioners, which has con

October, the Pink Month! The Month of Care and Hope! Yesterday, students and teachers from schools across the Korça district, under the care of the Regional Education Directorate of Korça, came together to send a powerful message: Love and self-care save lives! With pink in their hearts and in their clothing, they spread hope, strength, and solidarity for all the women who bravely fight every single day. “KORÇA BOOM”

From January 1, 2026, property prices in Albania will increase. Here’s the new map across the country’s 12 counties: Coastal areas exceeding 2,000 euros per square meter. Starting in 2026, real estate in Albania will cost more. The Ministry of Finance has prepared a new draft law setting updated reference prices for buying and selling real estate in all counties except the Municipality of Tirana. The draft is expected to go to parliamentary committees for discussion before fi

Korça and the surrounding towns were shaken a short while ago by an earthquake. According to reports, the quake had a magnitude of 3.1 on the Richter scale. It struck in Ziçisht, in the Devoll area, and was felt in Korça and other cities of the southeastern region. The 3.1-magnitude earthquake occurred at 06:15 in the morning, startling residents of the southeast, although it was of short duration. No damage has been reported, but such early morning tremors naturally cause co

Xhorxhia and Mikaela Maçka, with their BLOOM collection, have won an award at the Big See Design Awards 2025, one of Europe’s most important design events. Their work reflects the talent, passion, and vision of a new generation of designers putting Korçë on the international design map. It is a great pride that our city has such talents, who not only promote our art and culture but also show that Korçë’s dedication and creativity resonate on a global level. Heartfelt congratu

By September of this year, Albania had imported 7,027 tons of coffee — the highest amount recorded for this period in the past five years. Official data from the Ministry of Finance show a noticeable increase in consumption, linked both to the presence of tourists and to the daily habits of Albanians, who drink on average 2 to 3 cups of coffee per day. Each year, Albania imports around 8,500 tons of coffee on average, with quantities varying depending on production in the cou

The European Union is finalizing an important reform concerning driving licenses. The European Parliament is expected to vote today on the new regulation, with a majority of members likely to approve it. This is the final step before the rules are implemented by the governments of member states, which will still retain some autonomy in their national application. The main goal of this reform is to create a common standard for driving licenses across the EU, with a strong emph

As uncertainty about the coming year grows, the name of Bulgarian mystic Baba Vanga has once again drawn global attention. Although many of her predictions lack verified transcripts, a series of claims linked to 2026 have gained widespread popularity — ranging from science fiction–like scenarios to geopolitical shifts and medical breakthroughs. A possible first contact One of the most sensational predictions suggests that humanity may encounter extraterrestrial life by the en

Today, Ersekë commemorates the 81st anniversary of its Liberation, a day that is not just a date on the calendar, but a symbol of our resilience, sacrifice, and historical pride. It is the day we honor with deep respect and gratitude the men and women who raised their voices, their weapons, and their spirits against the occupiers, sealing with blood and determination the freedom of one of Albania’s most illustrious regions. Eighty-one years ago, Kolonja showed that it would n

Former Prime Minister Fatos Nano is in serious health condition. Ten days ago, Nano suffered a cardiac arrest at home and was revived thanks to the intervention of doctors. He is currently in intensive care with brain injuries. The 73-year-old Fatos Nano, who retired from politics in 2005, served as Prime Minister of Albania in 1991, 1997-1998, and 2002-2005. He is the founder of the Socialist Party and its first leader. “KORÇA BOOM”

43 municipalities out of a total of 61 had a negative natural increase in 2023, as in each of them more people died than were born, INSTAT reported. The number of municipalities in this group has expanded further in 2024 due to the nationwide decline in births, but there is still no detailed data. Mostly the municipalities in the south of the country have a negative natural increase because the aging population is causing higher mortality. According to INSTAT data, Korça show

Earthquake tremors in several areas of Albania after midnight Two earthquakes, with magnitudes 3.9 and 4.0 on the Richter scale, were recorded at around 00:58 and 00:59, with the epicenter near Çorovoda, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The tremors were felt in several cities such as Elbasan, Berat and the areas around Skrapar. With a depth of only 2.5 km, it was a shallow earthquake, which makes it more noticeable. They lasted a few second

According to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, maintaining permanent standard winter time is more beneficial for the human body compared to both permanent daylight saving time and the current seasonal clock-change system. The study was conducted by Dr. Jamie Zeitzer, a professor of psychiatry, and Lara Weed, a biomedical engineering PhD. They analyzed light exposure in every county across the 48 contiguous U.S. states and compared the d

A tragic event has affected MP and Speaker of the Parliament, Niko Peleshi, who today shared with the public the heartbreaking news of the death of his close friend’s daughter, Joana Qyli. Through a touching message on social media, Peleshi expressed his sorrow and condolences to the Qyli family, describing Joana as a good, bright girl with a pure spirit. “A sad piece of news has touched us all today. Joana, the daughter of my friend Thoma Qyli, passed away at an age when eve

Sad news / Joana Qyli, 28, from Korçë and working at the European Parliament, passes away Joana Qyli, the daughter of parents from Korçë who had been living in Greece for years, has passed away at a young age. After completing her studies in Thessaloniki and the Netherlands, she became part of the European Parliament, where she had been working for several years. Joana passed away following a serious illness. The staff of "Korça Boom" express their deepest condolences to her

Albania will host the European Snooker Championship in 2025, a major sporting event that will take place in the city of Durrës. The news was announced by Prime Minister Edi Rama, who stated that the championship will be organized under the auspices of the European Billiard & Snooker Association (EBSA), with the support of the Albanian Federation of Billiards and Snooker. The tournament will last for two weeks and will bring to Albania over 400 athletes from 38 different Europ

As with every year, the switch from summer time to winter time will take place on the last Sunday of October. This year, the change will happen on the morning of Sunday, October 26. At 04:00, the clocks will be turned back one hour, returning to 03:00. This means one extra hour of sleep for everyone. The time change is applied in all European Union countries as part of a joint energy-saving policy. However, the debate over abolishing this system is still ongoing, and although

The passing of Dr. Ahmet Hoxhallari has left a great void not only in his family and close circle, but also in the entire Korçë community. His dedication, humanity, and honesty made him one of the most beloved and respected figures in Albanian medicine. Born and raised in the city of Korçë, Ahmet Hoxhallari devoted his life to the medical profession. After completing his higher studies in Medicine and specializing as a surgeon, he served for decades at the Korçë Regional Hosp

A dental clinic in the “Don Bosko” area was discovered to be operating illegally, committing tax evasion and using expired products in treatments for patients. The police operation, codenamed “Dentistry,” carried out by specialists from the Section for the Investigation of Money Laundering and Criminal Assets, was conducted as a result of information obtained through operational channels regarding illegal economic activity and violations endangering public health. During the