A tragic fire broke out in the maternity and newborn ward at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hospital in Islamabad, where at least 14 babies lost their lives. The flames broke out on the third floor of the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) unit, one of the hospital’s main wards. PIMS spokesperson Dr. Aneeza Jalil confirmed that 14 newborns died, while another baby was rescued. Emergency teams immediately arrived at the scene, including fire trucks, ambulances,

Following the confirmation of the first case of West Nile fever in Albania, the Institute of Public Health (IPH) has launched an epidemiological investigation in the Korçë region. A team of IPH specialists from Tirana has arrived in the field to conduct an entomological investigation and screening in the affected area, with the aim of identifying the presence of mosquitoes that transmit West Nile virus and taking the necessary control measures. The confirmed case involves a 7

First names of the new government revealed, Rama Ulsi Manja – Deputy Prime Minister Taulant Balla – Speaker of Parliament Agron Malaj – Minister of Interior Oerd Bylykbashi – Minister of Justice Ditmir Bushati – Minister of Foreign Affairs Frrok Çupi – Minister of Culture Edmond Spaho – Minister of Finance Milva Ekonomi – Minister of Health “KORÇA BOOM”

On October 5, the new 2026–2027 academic year will begin at Albanian universities, with students returning to lecture halls, laboratories, and university life. Minister of Education Mirela Kumbaro announced that the new academic year will also begin with new and more modern facilities at several universities across the country, as a result of investments by the Ministry of Education. According to Kumbaro, the investments aim to improve university facilities and create better

The second week of the Super League will once again be played over three days, with the five matches scheduled from Saturday through Monday, featuring several interesting clashes. On Saturday, August 29, the first match will be between Partizani and Laçi, kicking off at 4:00 PM. The second game of the day will take place at 6:30 PM in Elbasan, where the home side will host Vllaznia. On Sunday, two more matches will be played. First, Vora will host Egnatia, while the final gam

In September, pre-university schools across Albania will implement the “After School” program, combining academic support with educational, creative, and recreational activities. Beyond regular school hours, the program aims to provide children with a safe and welcoming environment where they can develop their skills, work together, and discover new talents and interests. Specifically, after having lunch and completing their homework, students will take part in sports activit

Cocaine and hashish have been found inside Prison 313. The news was confirmed to BalkanWeb by journalist Klodiana Lala. The drugs were reportedly hidden in food, although it is not yet known which inmate the food belonged to. Inspections are currently being carried out by the Directorate of Prisons and the Agency for Oversight of the Criminal Sentences Enforcement System. “KORÇA BOOM”

The Socialist Party continues to support the new territorial reform, despite opposition emerging in several parts of the country. The proposed draft envisages reducing the number of municipalities from 61 to 46, as well as reorganizing administrative units. Prime Minister Edi Rama has called on the Socialist Party’s political leaders to step up communication with citizens regarding the reform. According to him, merging several municipalities does not mean eliminating cities o

Epidemiologist Adela Vasili from the Institute of Public Health has provided the latest details regarding the case of West Nile virus infection. “We have no other confirmed or suspected cases of West Nile fever. West Nile fever is a disease transmitted by mosquitoes carrying the virus, which acquire it from infected birds or horses,” she said. The first case of West Nile fever in Albania has been confirmed. The patient is a 72-year-old man from Korçë, who is currently isolate

This is the first confirmed case this year in Albania of West Nile virus. The patient is a 72-year-old man from Korçë, who presented at the Korçë Regional Hospital around August 1 with symptoms similar to those of West Nile fever. Following the initial suspicions, the patient was admitted to the infectious diseases ward, and the necessary isolation measures were taken. Samples from tests conducted at the Korçë Regional Hospital were sent for verification to health authorities