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Kissinger’s Leadership presented in Albanian: Rama and D’Alema highlight lessons for today’s politics

Kissinger’s Leadership presented in Albanian: Rama and D’Alema highlight lessons for today’s politics

The book Leadership by former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger was presented in Albanian on September 9 at the Center for Openness and Dialogue at the Prime Minister’s Office in...
September 10, 2025 -
Culture & Society
Roman era monumental tomb discovered in Bulqiza

Roman era monumental tomb discovered in Bulqiza

Archaeologists in the village of Strikçan, Bulqiza, have unearthed a monumental Roman tomb, the first of its kind ever discovered in Albania. The site, known as Fusha e Gurrës, has...
September 7, 2025 -
Culture & Society
Legendary Albanian film director Dhimitër Anagnosti dies at 89

Legendary Albanian film director Dhimitër Anagnosti dies at 89

One of the greatest figures of Albanian cinema, director Dhimitër Anagnosti, passed away today at the age of 89. The news was announced by his daughter, Juna Anagnosti, through a...
September 2, 2025 -
Art & culture
Bashtova Castle reopens as modern cultural and tourism hub after EU-funded restoration

Bashtova Castle reopens as modern cultural and tourism hub after EU-funded restoration

Bashtova Castle, a 15th–16th century fortress and one of Albania’s most important heritage sites, has officially reopened after an extensive restoration funded by the European Union through the €40 million...
September 1, 2025 -
Art & culture
Arbëresh Museum to open in Vuno, honoring centuries of Albanian heritage

Arbëresh Museum to open in Vuno, honoring centuries of Albanian heritage

A new cultural landmark is set to open in the historic village of Vuno, Himarë: the Arbëresh Museum, dedicated to the Albanian communities of Italy who have preserved their language...
August 19, 2025 -
Art & culture
Albanian medieval icons to be exhibited in France’s Chambéry Fine Arts Museum

Albanian medieval icons to be exhibited in France’s Chambéry Fine Arts Museum

More than 45 iconographic masterpieces from Albania’s National Museum of Medieval Art in Korçë will be showcased in France in a landmark international exhibition. The exhibition will open at the...
August 4, 2025 -
Art & culture

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