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Albania and two other countries rank at the top of the list of European countries for which Eurostat data is available, with the highest percentage of the population unable to go on summer vacation. More than half of the population was unable to afford holidays in three European countries, Montenegro (58%), Albania (53%) and Turkey … Read more

Not all people are equally attractive to mosquitoes. A new study shows that the insects have different preferences and that the factors that make a person more attractive may also vary by mosquito type. The researchers analyzed the reactions of three species of mosquitoes to 119 people in Miami, examining a range of cues the … Read more

The United States of America has also reacted to statements by Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić regarding the possibility of changing the course of the Ibar River. The US State Department told Radio Free Europe that peace and stability in the Western Balkans remain among the priorities of the United States. “Normalization of relations between Serbia … Read more

A family tragedy has shaken Izmir, where a 56-year-old woman and her 4-year-old grandson lost their lives after a fire engulfed the family’s apartment. The incident took place on Monday afternoon in the Çiğli area. According to preliminary information, Rezan Korkmaz had initially managed to get her other nephew, 2-year-old Mert, out of the apartment. … Read more

The Institute of Geosciences (IGJEO) warns of a high risk of forest fires spreading during this afternoon and tomorrow in most of the territory. According to the IGJEO forecast, the risk level is expected to be “high” in the regions of Shkodër, Lezhë, Durrës, Tirana, Elbasan, Berat, Fier, Korçë and Gjirokastër. NEWS   Rama from Brussels: We … Read more

Last September, Albania made headlines around the world when it introduced the world’s first “artificial intelligence minister.” Diella, which means “Sun” in Albanian, was a chatbot that was given the status of a minister. Her mandate, announced Prime Minister Edi Rama, was to guarantee that “public tenders will be 100 percent free from corruption.” “I … Read more

Until June of last year, the two shareholders of Vlora Airport were swimming in warm waters with each other. The construction work on the Airport continued at a rapid pace, while away from the public eye, Behgjet Pacolli and Valon Ademi had also made plans on how they would share the profits from their investment. … Read more

After 20 years, Albanians will no longer be fed with Brazilian meat. This interruption of the trade relationship comes after the EU’s decision to supply itself with products of animal origin from Brazil. This conclusion came after the unanimous position held by the experts of the member states, due to the use of veterinary medications … Read more

The implementation of the European Union’s new electronic border control system, the EES, is causing significant increases in waiting times at some of Europe’s largest airports. During the summer season, travelers from outside the EU have faced long queues due to new biometric procedures, which require the registration of fingerprints, a photograph and personal data. … Read more

The European currency EURO has hit a new low, where this Tuesday it is exchanged for only 92.09 lekë, according to the official exchange rate of the Bank of Albania. The exchange rate of the lek against the euro is increasingly reflecting seasonal effects. The increase in tourist arrivals has increased the supply of foreign … Read more