Marko Kepi has announced his reenlistment with the United States Marine Corps after being selected for the prestigious Commandant’s Retention Program (CRP). The CRP recognizes top-performing first-term Marines and offers them the opportunity to reenlist. Kepi, who is celebrating his eighth year of service with the Marines, signed a new four-year contract. He expressed pride… Continue reading Marko Kepi Reenlists as Top Marine Under CRP Program
In Tirana, Albanian artist Avni Delvina has unveiled his provocative new exhibition, Triumph, featuring 35 imaginative paintings of Donald Trump. The exhibition portrays the former and newly elected US President as larger-than-life figures, including a Roman Emperor, a Greek Titan, and a spirit of freedom. Through his art, Delvina likens Trump to Julius Caesar, a… Continue reading Albanian Art Show Depicts Trump as Icon of Freedom
Mira Murati, one of the leading figures in artificial intelligence, has launched her own AI startup and is assembling a top-tier team of engineers and researchers. Sources confirm she has already recruited talent from companies like OpenAI, Character AI, and Google DeepMind. Among them is Jonathan Lachman, a former leader of special projects at OpenAI.… Continue reading Mira Murati Officially Launches Her Own AI Startup
Fitore Duma, a mother of four from Shkodra, Albania, has been living in Chicago for 26 years after emigrating to the U.S. through the American lottery. Today, her business, Fitore Uniforms, stands out as one of the leading suppliers of police gear, particularly for the Chicago Police Department. But her journey was far from easy.… Continue reading Albanian Mom in Chicago Builds Business Supplying Police Gear
The first Albanian school in Albany, New York, “Alba Life,” celebrated its grand opening on January 17, 2025, at Sand Creek Middle School. This marks a significant milestone for the Albanian-American community in the state capital, bringing together families, educators, and students eager to preserve the Albanian language and culture. The ceremony was led by… Continue reading Another Albanian School Opens in New York: “Alba Life” Expands to Albany
Just days before his presidential inauguration, Donald Trump met with a group of Albanian-American businessmen and activists at a golf course restaurant in West Palm, Florida. Among the attendees was Zef M. Gjelaj, who shared a photo with the caption, “Lunch with the big boss!!!!!” The gathering was revealed by Ruben Avxhiu, editor-in-chief of the… Continue reading Trump Dines with Albanian-Americans Days Before Inauguration
Albania’s government has approved a €1.4 billion project by Jared Kushner, Donald Trump’s son-in-law, to transform the country’s largest island, Sazan, into a luxury eco-tourism destination. Kushner’s U.S.-based company, Atlantic Incubation Partners LLC, has been granted strategic investor status, giving it expedited procedures and other benefits for the project. The “Tourist Resort – Sazan Island”… Continue reading Albania Approves Trump Son-in-Law’s €1.4B Resort on Sazan Island
Albania has shattered tourism records in 2024, welcoming 11.7 million foreign visitors—a 15% increase compared to the previous year. Prime Minister Edi Rama highlighted the €3.8 billion in revenue generated within the first nine months, showcasing Albania’s transformation into a globally recognized destination. Visitors from Western Europe, the U.S., and Asia have contributed to this… Continue reading Albania Breaks Tourism Records with 11.7 Million Visitors in 2024
Renowned Albanian-American conductor Kristo Kondakçi led the Kendall Square Orchestra in an inspiring concert at Harvard University’s Sanders Theatre. The program, titled Joy & Renewal, featured Barber’s Adagio for Strings, Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante, and Mahler’s Symphony No. 4, celebrating hope and new beginnings. Kondakçi, born in Tirana and raised in Boston, is known for his… Continue reading Kristo Kondakçi Inspires Boston with “Joy & Renewal”
Valon Xharra, an Albanian-American banker and investor living in Beverly Hills, has shared his perspective on the devastating wildfires in California. In an interview with Voice of America, Xharra described the challenges residents face and the ongoing risks posed by the fires. Schools in the area have been closed, and businesses, including Xharra’s own, have… Continue reading ‘Our Bags Are Packed’: Albanian-American’s Plan to Escape Beverly Hills Wildfires
