Albanian boxer Kristian Prenga delivered another dominant performance on Saturday night in Atlantic City, securing a sensational victory in front of an enthusiastic crowd. From the opening round, Prenga pressed forward aggressively, overwhelming American opponent Joe Jones with powerful combinations and precise punches. The bout ended in just two minutes, as the Albanian fighter sealed… Continue reading Albanian Boxer Kristian Prenga Destroys Opponent in 2 Minutes
Kosova and Albania are set to join the proposed International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza, according to a report published by Israeli outlet i24News. The report states that five countries — Kosova, Albania, Indonesia, Morocco, and Kazakhstan — have committed to sending troops as part of a multinational force aimed at enforcing the ceasefire and… Continue reading Albania and Kosova will deploy troops to Gaza
The exhibition “From War to Peace – Kosova Told by the Press and Media” opened in Illinois, bringing together the Albanian-American community to reflect on Kosova’s journey from the war of the late 1990s to liberation and statehood. Organized as part of activities marking Kosova’s Independence anniversary, the event presented archival photographs, newspaper articles, and… Continue reading “From War to Peace” Exhibition Dedicated to Kosova Opens in Illinois
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama directly called on U.S. President Donald Trump to intervene regarding the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague. Speaking at a Peace Board meeting, Rama recalled efforts during Trump’s first term that brought Kosovo and Serbia closer than ever to a potential agreement. He said that at the time Kosovo’s president… Continue reading Rama Urges Trump to “Do Something” About The Hague Special Court
A young talent from Prishtina is making waves across the Atlantic. Ten-year-old Triumf Lupçi has reached the finals of a prestigious piano competition in New York, placing his name among promising young international classical musicians. Triumf has previously competed in Kosovo, Albania, North Macedonia, Poland and Spain, but performing in the United States marks a… Continue reading 10 Year Old from Kosova Reaches Finals of Prestigious Piano Competition in NYC
US president Donald Trump has congratulated Kosova on the 18th anniversary of its independence, reaffirming what he described as Washington’s unwavering support for the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, according to the office of President Vjosa Osmani. In a letter sent to Prishtina, Trump praised Kosova for its participation in the establishment of the Peace… Continue reading Trump Reaffirms US Backing for Kosova on 18th Independence Anniversary
Albanian heavyweight star Labinot Xhoxhaj delivered a statement performance in Germany, brutally stopping Sweden’s Pezhman Seifkhan to successfully defend his European championship under the European Boxing Union (EBU). Fighting in Lahr, Xhoxhaj dominated from the opening bell, applying relentless pressure and landing powerful combinations that left his opponent with no answers. The end came in… Continue reading Albanian Heavyweight Defends European Title in Brutal Knockout
February 17 is receiving renewed official recognition in the United States. The nation’s capital and one of its major states have formally proclaimed February 17 as Kosovo Independence Day, reaffirming the special ties between the two countries and the role of the Albanian-American community. Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has proclaimed February 17, 2026, as… Continue reading Washington D.C. and Arizona Declare February 17 Kosova Independence Day
Kosovar pianist Melisa Ibrahimi has achieved another major international milestone, winning the Silver Award at the Global Music Awards Honors Los Angeles. The prestigious recognition was granted for her recording of “Mazeppa” by legendary composer Franz Liszt, produced in collaboration with Devastato Talent School. Critics described her interpretation as an explosive artistic performance, calling her… Continue reading Melisa Ibrahimi Wins Silver Award in Los Angeles for Her Liszt Performance
An online petition launched recently is seeking the inclusion of the white Plis in UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The initiative calls for international recognition and protection of this traditional Albanian headwear, also known in different regions as qeleshe, kësulë, or qylaf. According to the organizers, inscription on the UNESCO… Continue reading Albanian Plis Moves Toward UNESCO Recognition
