Action Bronson’s latest episode of “F*ck, That’s Delicious” features New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani, as the two share an iftar meal at a Yemeni restaurant in Brooklyn during Ramadan. Mamdani broke his fast with dates and tea before they moved on to a spread of traditional dishes, including grilled fish, lamb haneeth and salta.… Continue reading Action Bronson teaches NYC Mayor Albanian phrase during iftar
Mira Murati, the former Chief Technology Officer of OpenAI, has secured a major multi-year strategic partnership between her artificial intelligence startup Thinking Machines Lab and U.S. tech giant Nvidia to develop advanced AI systems. Under the agreement, Nvidia will invest in Murati’s startup and provide next-generation processors that will power the training and operation of… Continue reading Albanian-Born Tech Leader Teams Up With Nvidia for Major AI Project
Albanian pianist Anila Aliu has achieved another remarkable milestone in her international career, winning first place at the prestigious “CCPA Concerto Competition” in Chicago. The annual event brings together outstanding classical music soloists from around the world, and this year, Aliu impressed the jury with her exceptional interpretation and artistic depth. As part of her… Continue reading Anila Aliu Wins Top Prize at Pianist Competition in Chicago
The Albanian community in Ireland has marked a historic moment with the opening of the first ever Albanian-language school in Dublin. The school officially started its activity on September 11, 2025, at Blanchardstown Library, Dublin 15, thanks to the initiative of the Albanian Book Lovers Club and its founders, Liljana Picari and Arjana Rama. The… Continue reading First Ever Albanian School Opens in Dublin!
Albania’s tourism sector is facing unexpected challenges this year, as nearly 150,000 fewer tourists from Kosovo visited the country—a drop of around 5% compared to 2024. Overall tourism growth is sluggish, rising just 3.5%, far below the double-digit increases seen in previous years. Economic experts warn that the combination of high prices, weak infrastructure, and… Continue reading Albania Loses Nearly 150,000 Tourists from Kosovo in 2025!
Elina Xhengo has written a new chapter in Albanian sports history. The javelin thrower achieved the biggest victory of her career by winning the gold medal at the prestigious Diamond League Final in Zurich. This marks her first-ever Diamond League gold, a triumph that secures her place among the world’s elite athletes. With an impressive… Continue reading Albanian Elina Xhengo Wins Gold in Javelin Throw!
Soldiers from the Oregon National Guard have returned home after a year-long deployment in Kosovo, where they successfully responded to one of the largest terrorist attacks in the country in recent years. A welcome-home ceremony was held at Camp Withycombe, where military leaders praised their role in safeguarding peace and building partnerships as part of… Continue reading American Troops Return from Kosovo After Facing One of the Country’s Largest Terror Attacks
Albania has experienced the largest population collapse in Europe, with over 500,000 people gone between 2011 and 2024, according to the latest Eurostat data. The country’s population fell by a staggering 18.2% in just 13 years — the steepest decline across the continent. The data paints a grim picture for several Balkan and Eastern European… Continue reading Albania Faces Europe’s Biggest Population Drop – Over Half a Million Gone
Mark your calendars! The Albanian Roots Parade is returning to New York City on Saturday, June 21, 2025, and it’s going to be bigger and louder than ever. Thousands of Albanians from across the U.S. and beyond will gather to celebrate culture, unity, and pride in the heart of Manhattan. The parade kicks off at… Continue reading NYC Is About to Turn Red and Black – Don’t Miss the Albanian Parade 2025!
Albania is stepping onto the global tech stage by co-financing the ambitious new AI startup founded by former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati. The Albanian government has committed $10 million to support “Thinking Machines Lab,” a company Murati is leading with the goal of creating AI systems that are more understandable, customizable, and powerful than current… Continue reading Albania to Finance Mira Murati’s OpenAI Rival With $10 Million
