Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Albania mourns death of former President Bujar Nishani

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Albania mourns the death of former President Bujar Nishani. Nishani died on Saturday in Germany, where he had been admitted to a hospital. Albania’s national flag will be flown at half-mast during Nishani’s funeral. TIRANA: Albania on Thursday mourned the death of former President Bujar Nishani, who died at the age of 55 after suffering … Read more

Viral: Passengers on a plane sing ‘Baby Shark’ to console a crying toddler

Baby Shark

A video of a plane full of passengers singing the popular children’s song ‘Baby Shark‘ to calm a wailing baby on social media. the incident happened in the FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tirana when passengers banded together to console the screaming toddler. There are plenty of amusing and heartwarming videos on the internet that … Read more

‘Far from paradise’ Hopeful Albanian youth face hardships abroad

‘Far from paradise’ Hopeful Albanian youth face hardships abroad

Alma had hoped her teenage son would find a better life after he left his native Albania for Germany, but he disappeared days after leaving. “The worry is stabbing my soul. I’m the guilty one. I’m the one who encouraged him to leave. Where is he? What is he doing?” cried the 38-year-old widow, whose … Read more

Albania: Worshippers Injured In Mosque Knife Attack In Tirana

Albania: Worshippers Injured In Mosque Knife Attack In Tirana

Five worshipers were injured in a knife attack at a mosque in Albania, a country in southern Europe. According to police, a man armed with a knife attacked worshipers during Zuhr prayers at the Tirana mosque. Police arrested the 34-year-old attacker, identified as Rudolph Nicoli. Imam of the mosque Muhammad Ahmed told the media that … Read more

21 Died due to a strong earthquake in Albania

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At least 21 people have died due to the earthquake the capital of Albania-Tirana and the west and north parts of the country. The earthquake caused at least 21 deaths and turn several buildings and residents into debris. According to international media sources, an earthquake of over 6.4 magnitudes affect the lives and caused great … Read more

Dozens injured after earthquake strikes Albania

5.6 magnitude earthquake hits Albania

A 5.6-magnitude earthquake has shaken central Albania, injuring dozens of people and damaging buildings. The government said it was the most powerful quake to hit the Balkan country in nearly 30 years. The earthquake struck west of the capital, Tirana, just after 4 p.m. local time on Saturday. According to the US Geological Survey, its … Read more