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Albania
The latest news, analysis and opinion on Albania. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
Capital
Tirana
Head of State
President Bajram Begaj
Head of Government
Prime Minister Edi Rama
Police officers react to a Molotov cocktail as supporters of the opposition attend an anti-government protest in Tirana, Albania on Monday. Photo: Reuters
Protests around the world

Corruption charges spark violent protests against Albanian government

Demonstrators in Tirana demand prime minister’s resignation as his deputy and other officials are embroiled in a massive infrastructure scandal.

Crime

Man on trial in Albania shoots judge dead in court, injures 2 others

Artificial intelligence

Albania appoints ‘world’s first’ AI government minister

Archaeology and palaeontology

Monumental tomb of Roman period discovered in Albania

The large tomb is the first discovery in Albania of what the experts believe to be a wealthy person’s resting place.

Erikson Nikolli, an archaeologist, gestures as he and his colleagues work on Albania’s first discovered monumental tomb in Strikcan, Albania, on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
European Union

Europe’s ‘out of control’ wildfires hit tourism spots, forests

Europe battles record wildfires as a heatwave scorches Spain, Portugal, Greece, and Turkey, threatening towns, tourism, and ecosystems.

Crime

US professor’s ex-wife charged in connection with his murder in Greece

Four men, including the ex-wife’s boyfriend, are also accused of being involved in the fatal shooting of Przemyslaw Jeziorski.

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Britain

UK talking with several countries to host rejected asylum seekers

The British leader is under pressure to reduce immigration and cut the number of irregular migrants arriving on UK shores.

Migrants in an inflatable boat attempt to cross the English Channel. File photo: AFP
European Union

‘Albania belongs in EU,’ von der Leyen tells re-elected PM Rama

The EU saw the vote as a test of the democratic maturity of the Balkan nation, by far the most Europe-oriented in the region.

Diplomacy

Opinion | A world on edge is headed for a geopolitical reckoning – in May

Lasting changes could arise from the Trump vs Xi diplomatic chess, EU’s emerging strategy and political flux in Seoul, Taiwan and Southeast Asia.

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TikTok

Albania PM says TikTok ban was not a ‘rushed reaction to a single incident’

Albania’s prime minister defends TikTok ban, citing careful consideration and concern for youth safety.

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The TikTok application is particularly popular with young people around the world. File photo: AP
Malaysia

Bruno Mars’ Malaysia show caught in cross hairs of anti-Israel boycott

Fans divided over September 17 event as calls grow to shun the singer for staying silent on Israel’s military campaign against Palestinians.

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Pop star Bruno Mars is scheduled to perform in Kuala Lumpur on September 17. Photo: AP
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

No Messi repeat? Star names, ticket price revealed for Atletico’s Hong Kong game

Euro 2024 and Copa America stars will appear, host club Kitchee say, raising prospect of seeing likes of World Cup winner Antoine Griezmann.

Euro 2024

Zaccagni rescues Italy with last-gasp goal leaving Croatia in Euro 2024 limbo

Italy progress in second place behind winners Spain with 1-1 draw against Croatia and will face Switzerland in the last 16.

Euro 2024

Spain complete perfect group stage despite wholesale changes against Albania

Match was not a cruise for a Spain team showing 10 changes to the side which started their 1-0 win over Italy four days earlier.

Albania’s Mario Mitaj (front) vies for the ball with Spain’s Ferran Torres during their teams’ Euro 2024 clash. Photo: AP
Euro 2024

Spain impress again at Euro 2024 but get helping hand from Italy to reach last 16

Spanish could have had the match won before Italy suffer stroke of misfortune in the tournament’s biggest match to date.

Italy (in white) are outnumbered on a night when Spain gave a statement of intent. Photo: EPA-EFE
Euro 2024

Serbia’s belief hailed by Stojkovic after late Euro 2024 goal shatters Slovenia

‘We do not give up,’ manager Dragan Stojkovic says, praising persistent attacks that earned a last-gasp equaliser, keeping Serbia’s tournament hopes alive.

Euro 2024

Germany through, Scotland still alive as Croatia, Albania play thrilling draw

A round-up of all the action from day six, which produced our first last-16 entrant and more last-minute drama in which an Albania midfielder went from villain to hero.

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Euro 2024

Ruiz ready to play starring role again for Spain in crunch Euro tie against Italy

Coach Luis de la Fuente is hoping for more of the same from his ‘fantastic’ Paris Saint-Germain playmaker, who was outstanding in the win over Croatia.

Midfielder Ruiz (left) set up the opener and scored himself as he outshone all those around him, including Croatia captain Luka Modric (right). Photo: AFP
Tourism

Dupe travel: how to find cheaper, quieter alternatives to holiday hotspots

Santa Barbara, California, as a stand-in for the French Riviera, Albania instead of Greece – travel experts offer their tips on alternatives to popular destinations that are less tourist-infested and not as pricey.

Euro 2024

Italy concede record early goal but bounce back to beat Albania in opening game

Holders suffered worst-possible start but first-half recovery ensured they started their bid to retain their crown with victory.

Euro 2024

Slick Spain hammer Croatia at Euro 2024 as Barcelona’s Yamal, 16, makes history

Three-time European champions dismantle disappointing Croatia in Berlin, with Lamine Yamal providing an assist.

Alvaro Morata celebrates after opening the scoring during Spain’s victory over Croatia at Euro 2024. Photo: Xinhua
Euro 2024

Moment of truth for revamped Italy as Euros title defence begins against Albania

Holders and four-time world champions are quietly confident despite missing out on the last World Cup and starting in a tough group that also includes Spain and Croatia.

Italy are sweating on the fitness of several key players, including midfielder Davide Frattesi, who scored the goal in their 1-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina in a friendly last weekend. Photo: AFP
European Union

Opinion | EU elections: far-right rose on the back of centrist parties’ empty promises

Instead of offering policy solutions or addressing sceptics, traditional parties in Brussels have left a vacuum for the far-right to fill.

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TV shows and streaming video

How did Netflix win the streaming wars? It stayed true to its nerdy roots

Netflix has been mining its viewing data for more than a decade. Knowing what its users want – from preferred genres to regional programmes – has helped it refine its winning recipe.

Euro 2024

Italy, unfancied after World Cup shocker, look to retain trophy at Euro 2024

Holders dipped after winning last Euros and failed to reach Qatar, but boss Roberto Mancini has since left for Saudi Arabia with Luciano Spalletti taking over.

Italy go to Germany as Euros holders but not among the favourites for the tournament. Photo: Reuters
Uefa

Three-time Euros winners Spain aiming to return to glory amid federation scandal

Corruption investigation and an unsolicited kiss at the Women’s World Cup final have rocked the RFEF, while on the pitch, La Roja have barely threatened latter stages since winning back-to-back tournaments in 2012.

Spain have a strong balance of youth and experience heading into Euro 2024. Photo: EPA
Uefa

Euro 2024 fixtures, results, tables, how to watch and all you need to know

Month-long European tournament taking place mainly in the early hours of the morning for Hongkongers, with France and England starting among the favourites.

Uefa

Euro 2024 blow for Italy as defender Scalvini is ruled out with torn ACL

Scalvini suffered injury in final match of campaign against Fiorentina and is the second defender after Francesco Acerbi to be ruled out of the tournament.

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