On Friday morning at 10:23 a.m., a 4.8 magnitude earthquake centered in Lebanon, N.J., approximately 50 miles west of Manhattan, startled residents and disrupted flights across the New York City region. The tremors, felt from Philadelphia to Boston, prompted immediate ground stops at key airports including Newark Liberty, La Guardia, John F. Kennedy International, and… Continue reading A Rare 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes New York City Area
The Albanian-American community celebrates the exceptional legacy of Shaban Tërstena, an extraordinary athlete with Albanian roots from Skopje, Macedonia, who has significantly impacted the wrestling world. As a genuine sporting legend, Tërstena triumphed at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, capturing the gold medal, and earned a silver medal at the 1988 Seoul Olympics, representing Yugoslavia.… Continue reading Shaban Tërstena: A Wrestling Legend’s Albanian Legacy
Officer Xhemajl Mziu of the Kosovo Security Force (FSK) has recently completed the Captain’s Career Course in Maneuver at Fort Moore in the United States. This intensive training program is designed to equip officers with the necessary leadership skills and strategic planning capabilities required for commanding military operations. The course’s curriculum focuses on preparing officers… Continue reading Kosovo Army Officer Graduates from Elite US Military Leadership Course
“Çka Ka Qëllu,” an Albanian restaurant in New York, has earned a spot in the city’s Top 100 Restaurants list for 2024, marking another year of recognition for its outstanding contribution to the culinary landscape. This distinction highlights the restaurant’s commitment to showcasing the rich flavors and traditions of Albania, offering an authentic dining experience… Continue reading Çka Ka Qëllu: Albanian Gem Among New York’s Top 100 Restaurants for 2024
Dennis Buzukja achieved a significant milestone in his mixed martial arts career by securing his first victory in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) last night. Competing at UFC Atlantic City, Buzukja faced Connor Matthews, a promising fighter making his UFC debut. The matchup was highly anticipated, with both fighters looking to make their mark in… Continue reading Dennis Buzukja Secures First UFC Win with Round 3 TKO
Mirror Beach in Albania has been recognized for having the world’s bluest water according to a study conducted by CV Villas. The study employed color analysis techniques, using a color dropper tool on unedited Google Maps images to match the water’s color against the bluest shade known, YInMn Blue. This analysis placed Mirror Beach ahead… Continue reading Mirror Beach in Albania Tops Global Ranking for Bluest Water
In a historic achievement, the Law Faculty team from the University of Prishtina has been ranked among the top three in the world, outperforming nearly 400 universities. This monumental success places the University of Prishtina’s team ahead of globally renowned institutions such as Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Columbia, Oxford, Cambridge, Princeton, Duke, LSE, and hundreds of… Continue reading University of Prishtina’s Law Faculty Team Ranks in World’s Top 3
Born in Damascus, Syria, on November 3, 1956, to an Albanian father, Haki Kallaba, and a Ukrainian mother, Ana Senkiewicz, Faruza Kallaba’s life story is one of resilience, courage, and dedication. The Kallaba family moved from Syria and settled in Chicago, USA, where Faruza grew up and still resides today. Twenty-five years ago, Faruza Kallaba… Continue reading Albanian-American Pilot Faruza Kallaba Reflects on Historic NATO Mission to Liberate Kosovo
On the evening of March 24, 1999, NATO commenced an air campaign that would significantly alter the course of Kosovo’s history. This intervention, unfolding over 78 days, was initiated in response to a deepening humanitarian crisis and aimed at compelling the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia to cease its repression in Kosovo. The operation was marked… Continue reading 25 years since the Nato intervention in Kosova
In a recent feature by “The Coolist,” an American magazine, Albania is singled out as a prime travel destination for 2024. The writer, Maria Mikkelsen, spotlights Albania’s stunning geography and its rich tapestry of history and culture, framed by its scenic position between the Adriatic and Ionian Seas. This coverage places Albania among the most… Continue reading Albania Ranked Among Top 10 Travel Destinations for 2024
