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Koran Fish Festival: A unique celebration in Pogradec
For the first time, on September 14th, Pogradec will host the Koran Fish Festival, a celebration dedicated to the unique fish species found in Lake Ohrid, located in the southeastern region...
Ancient settlement at Lin reveals early spread of agriculture in Europe
The ancient settlement of Lin, located near the town of Pogradec on the shores of Lake Ohrid, has emerged as a crucial archaeological site shedding light on the spread of...
Increased tourist traffic spurs urgent measures against marine pollution
The rise in the number of tourists coming into Albania and tourist vessels operating in Albanian waters, has made it urgent to implement measures to prevent marine pollution. A monitoring...
Scorching temperatures return to Albania
From Saturday through Monday, Albania is set to experience a heatwave, with temperatures expected to soar up to 40°C and, in some areas, even reaching 41°C. The cities of Shkodra,...
Wildfires rage in Shëngjin, threatening habitations and causing major disruptions
The wildfire crisis in the Lezha District, particularly in the touristic area of Shëngjin, is reported to be dire. What is happening Despite the deployment of specialized firefighting aircraft, the...
Magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes northern Albania
Northern Albania was struck last night by an earthquake measuring 4.8 on the Richter scale. The epicenter of the seismic jolt was located 12 km from the northern city of...