Prices at the end of the year we left behind rose even more than in previous years. The Institute of Statistics, in its Consumer Price Index publication, reports rising inflation in December, reaching 2.3%, up from 2.1% in the same period a year earlier. While high consumption of goods at year’s end is one of the main factors influencing price increases, in December 2025 the rise was driven mainly by rents, water and fuels, which contributed 0.96% to total inflation. Food pri

Pogradeci have completed a very important transfer today. The lakeside club have officially announced the signing of a former Teuta player. Kristian Preknicaj is the newest footballer to join Pogradeci, strengthening the attacking department. The 23-year-old returns to Albania after his spell in Italy with Enna, with whom he ended his cooperation a few days ago. “WELCOME! KRISTIAN PREKNICAJ, 23 years old, striker, is the club’s newest signing. KF Pogradeci wishes him success

As previously reported, several of Skënderbeu’s starting players will be absent for this match, making the situation challenging for the Korçë team. However, there is also some positive news for the coaching staff and fans. Midfielder Abubakar has rejoined the team and has completed two training sessions with the group, making himself available for tomorrow’s match. His presence is expected to be a key reference point for Skënderbeu’s midfield in this encounter. Under these c

Following strong statements from Selin’s father against Miri, Landi, a close friend of the Big Brother VIP contestant, has publicly come to his defense. Through a social media post, Landi described the criticism of Miri as exaggerated and unfair, emphasizing that the image being created of him online does not reflect reality. According to Landi, Miri is being “publicly crucified” for a few isolated moments, superficially interpreted by the online audience. He added that the c

The moment has come for the first matches of 2026, starting with the Albanian Cup, where 16 teams will continue their journey toward this season’s trophy. In the second round of the Cup, the matchups are particularly interesting, starting tomorrow with the capital clash where Tirana hosts Skënderbeu. This game looks like a Super League showdown, as Skënderbeu will also aim for qualification. The red-and-white team has been training in Durrës since the beginning of the week. A

Heavy rainfall and runoff from the surrounding hills have caused the stream in the village of Gur i Kuq to overflow, due to the large amount of alluvium, a situation that has been ongoing for two days. The overflow has also blocked the culvert on the Pogradec–Qafë Thanë national road. For the past two days, efforts have continued to normalize the situation, while vehicle traffic on a 100-meter segment is currently limited to a single lane. For three days, work has been underw

Shkodër police have detained a 16-year-old who was wanted, during the police operation codenamed “Neonët 6.” The young man is suspected of collaborating with a 35-year-old identified by the initials A. V., in adapting an apartment in the “Ndoc Mazi” neighborhood for the cultivation of narcotic plants. The 35-year-old was using equipment with illegal electricity connections. Efforts to apprehend this individual are ongoing. “KORÇA BOOM”

Korçë Local Police Directorate On 08.01.2026, at the Pogradec Police Commissariat, citizen E. C., a 41-year-old resident of Pogradec, reported that her 17-year-old daughter has left home. Efforts are underway to locate her. Meanwhile, officers from the Road Traffic Sector arrested in flagrante citizen L. L., a 36-year-old resident of Pogradec, after he was caught driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. The procedural materials were forwarded to the Prosecutor’

The well-known TV host Bora Zemani has celebrated her birthday, with the most special greeting coming from her partner, actor Donald Veshaj. Through an Instagram post, Donaldi shared a moment from the celebration, where Bora is seen smiling in front of her birthday cake, accompanied by a heartfelt dedication. He wished Bora the fulfillment of all her dreams, while humorously writing that he has “gotten tired of listening to them so often”. “Another 100 years, my partner! I ho

The situation has worsened on the Përmet–Çarçovë road axis, where the section near the Çarçovë bridge is at a critical point. As a result, residents’ movements have been isolated and vehicle traffic toward southeastern Albania has been interrupted. Authorities report that the deterioration of conditions has made it impossible for vehicles to pass, creating major difficulties for local residents and travelers who use this route. Relevant structures are on theer ground and are