Kosova is making history at the 99th Academy Awards, becoming the first time the country will have two films competing in the prestigious Oscar race. The Kosovo Cinematography Center’s Selection Committee has chosen “Dua”, directed by Blerta Basholli, as Kosova’s official submission for the “International Feature Film” category. The decision was made by a committee… Continue reading Kosova Sends “Dua” to Oscars, Makes History With Two Films
Dua Lipa is giving millions of people around the world a new way to discover Prishtina. The global superstar has shared a video on Instagram announcing that Kosovo’s capital is now available on Google Maps Street View, inviting fans to explore the city that holds a special place in her heart. “Welcome to Prishtina! Today… Continue reading Dua Lipa Gives the World a Tour of Prishtina
Albania has agreed in principle to allow Serbia to open a Consulate General in Shkodra, a decision that has triggered criticism and debate over Tirana’s diplomatic approach. Albania’s Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha confirmed that Tirana has requested the opening of an Albanian Consulate General in the Presheva Valley, while Serbia has requested a Serbian Consulate… Continue reading Albania Approves Serbian Consulate in Shkodra
A leading Albanian cybersecurity expert has received one of the industry’s highest international recognitions after being named Cybersecurity Woman of the World 2026, becoming the first Albanian to earn the title. Esmeralda Kazia, Chief Technology Officer for Operational Technology (OT), Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Automation at Albania’s state-owned power corporation KESH, was honored during… Continue reading Albanian Woman Named Cybersecurity Woman of the World
A delegation from Albanians for America (AFA), consisting of Gino Mulliqi, Gëzim Rushiti, and Janinë Memeti, met with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, to discuss current developments in the country, relations between Kosovo and the United States, and strategic issues concerning Kosovo’s future, including advancing Kosovo’s path toward NATO membership.… Continue reading AFA Delegation Meets with Prime Minister Kurti
A Texas congressman has sparked debate after mentioning Albania during a broader U.S. political fight over how taxpayer money is used for foreign assistance programs. Rep. Brandon Gill (R-Texas) criticized U.S. government funding for certain overseas projects, pointing to a State Department-funded initiative in Albania that he described as an example of taxpayer money being… Continue reading U.S. Congressman Sparks Debate After Mentioning ‘Queer-Feminist’ Project in Albania
A Kosova Security Force (FSK) officer has been recognized with two prestigious awards after completing one of the U.S. Army’s military engineering leadership programs. First Lieutenant Kushtrim Fazliu successfully graduated from the Engineer Basic Officer Leader Course (EBOLC), a professional program designed to prepare military engineering officers through advanced training in leadership, planning, and combat… Continue reading Kosova Officer Wins Two of the Highest U.S. Army Honors
Anthony Joshua survived a huge scare against Albanian heavyweight boxer Kristian Prenga before coming back to secure a second-round knockout victory in Saudi Arabia. The fight started with a shocking moment as Prenga came out aggressively and stunned the former world champion in the opening round. The Albanian boxer dropped Joshua twice in Round 1,… Continue reading Joshua Wrapped in Albanian Flag After Beating Prenga
An Albanian man convicted of murdering his wife in Michigan has been taken into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody after completing his prison sentence and now faces deportation. Gjin Kolbucaj, an Albanian national, was arrested by ICE Detroit upon his release from the Richard A. Handlon Correctional Facility in Ionia, Michigan. According to… Continue reading 20 Years After Killing His Wife, He’s Being Deported
The family of Albanian-American Donike Gocaj has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against utility company Con Edison, nearly two months after the 56-year-old lost her life after falling into an uncovered utility manhole in the heart of Manhattan. Filed in New York Supreme Court, the lawsuit alleges that Con Edison failed to properly secure the… Continue reading Family Sues Con Edison Over Fatal Manhattan Manhole Death
