A delegation of U.S. congressmen from the United States Department of State, consisting of Congressmen Keith Self and Suhas Subramanyam, at the request of the organization Albanians for America, will conduct an official visit to Kosovo and the Presheva Valley from May 26 to May 28, 2026. During their stay in Kosovo, the congressmen will… Continue reading U.S. Congressmen Keith Self and Suhas Subramanyam Visit Kosovo and the Presheva Valley
Albanian world-renowned soprano Ermonela Jaho has been awarded the prestigious French title “Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres,” one of France’s highest cultural distinctions given to individuals with exceptional contributions to arts and culture. The honor marks another major milestone in Jaho’s extraordinary international career, as she continues to be recognized among the most respected… Continue reading Albanian Soprano Receives One of France’s Highest Honors
Albanian boxer Ermal Hadribeaj delivered the biggest win of his professional career on Saturday night after defeating French boxer Bakary Samake by unanimous decision in Oberhausen, Germany. The fight served as a WBC super welterweight world title eliminator, with the winner earning a path toward a world championship opportunity. After 12 rounds, judges scored the… Continue reading Albanian Boxer One Step From World Title
An Albanian student has achieved a remarkable milestone after graduating from the United States Naval Academy, standing among just 12 international students in a graduating class of 1,056 cadets. Erdi Xharo successfully completed his studies at one of the world’s most prestigious military institutions, known for its rigorous academic standards, leadership training, and highly selective… Continue reading Albanian Student Among Just 12 International Graduates at Elite U.S. Naval Academy
In October 2017, Alice Taylor boarded a flight to Albania for what was meant to be a brief three-day escape. She had no long-term plans. No apartment waiting. No vision of building a life in the Balkans. Just a last-minute holiday to a country she barely knew. Then came the “rakija”. “I accidentally extended it… Continue reading British Journalist Came to Albania for a 3-Day Trip — and Never Left
The Albanian community in New York has been shaken by a tragic incident after an Albanian woman lost her life after falling into an uncovered manhole in one of Manhattan’s busiest areas. The victim has been identified as Donike Gocaj, 56, a resident of Briarcliff Manor in Westchester County, New York. According to NYPD officials,… Continue reading Albanian Woman Donike Gocaj Dies After Falling Into Open Manhole in Manhattan
Hundreds of Albanian students have taken to the streets in Skopje, demanding that the jurisprudence exam be allowed in the Albanian language. The march, which headed toward the Ministry of Justice, highlighted growing concerns over language rights and equal treatment in education and state institutions in North Macedonia. Chants such as “The Albanian language cannot… Continue reading Massive Student Protest in Skopje Over Albanian Language Exam Ban
An Albanian man accused of three murders in 1997 has reportedly been arrested in the United States after spending nearly three decades on the run under a false identity. According to British media reports, 56-year-old Sokol Hoxha was arrested in Kettering, Ohio, following a years-long international investigation involving U.S. authorities, Interpol, and law enforcement agencies… Continue reading Albanian Triple Murder Suspect Caught in U.S. After Decades
Bebe Rexha has publicly expressed support for Albanian students protesting in North Macedonia over the ban on taking the jurisprudence exam in the Albanian language. The students, from the University of Tetovo and South East European University, are planning a new protest on May 18 in Skopje, demanding equal language rights and the full implementation… Continue reading Bebe Rexha stands with Albanian students over language ban in Macedonia
Albanian UFC fighter Bernardo Sopaj returned to the spotlight Saturday night after defeating Timothy Cuamba at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas. Sopaj secured the victory with a rear-naked choke submission in the second round after an intense fight that quickly caught the attention of MMA fans online. The bout was part of the main… Continue reading Albanian Fighter Scores Huge UFC Win in Las Vegas
