June 7 Kosovo elections assessed as free and competitive, several challenges identified
The snap parliamentary elections held on June 7 were generally assessed as having been conducted in line with democratic standards for free, competitive and fair elections, with no issues identified that would undermine the overall integrity of the process. Election…
Voice of youth must have more prominent place in media and decision-making
Podgorica, (MINA) – The voice of the youth must have a more prominent place in the media space and decision-making processes, so that policies and public content truly reflect their needs, attitudes and interests, it was said at the presentation…
“Agritourism AL” platform offers a gateway to rural destinations
TIRANA, Aug 13 /ATA/ The “Agritourism AL” app has evolved into an information platform for agritourism and rural tourism destinations across Albania, helping tourists and visitors plan their trips and explore experiences focused on nature, gastronomy and Albanian traditions. Minister…
Burgas to Host Eurovision Song Contest in 2027
The coastal city of Burgas will host the Eurovision Song Contest next year, it was announced at a joint press conference of the Bulgarian National Television (BNT) and the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) here on Thursday. The two semifinals will…
Heatwaves drive 20% rise in mental health ER visits
Italy’s brutal heatwaves have so far driven a 20% rise in the number of emergency room visits for mental-health issues this summer, Italian health bodies said Wednesday. “This summer’s extreme heat has also caused up to a 20% increase in…
Revenues of public broadcasters almost EUR 37 million last year
Podgorica, (MINA) – The total revenues of public broadcasters in Montenegro last year were almost EUR 37 million, of which almost EUR 26.2 million were generated by the Public Broadcaster, and EUR 10.8 million by local public broadcasters, according to…
World-renowned guitarists to headline 21st Harmonia Cordis International Guitar Festival
World-renowned guitarists, including Marcin Dylla, whom The Washington Post has described as one of the greatest talents in classical guitar, are slated to perform at the 21st Harmonia Cordis International Guitar Festival in Targu Mures, Romania’s largest guitar festival and…
Will the Democratic League of Kosovo join PDK and Alliance’s action in the Assembly?
Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) MP Armend Zemaj said that, following discussions within the Parliamentary Group, they will decide whether to join PDK and Alliance MPs in their actions at the Kosovo Assembly calling for the convening of the constitutive…
Mecca Agreement vision extends beyond Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan: President Erdogan
The vision in the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement “is not limited” to only Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Wednesday, expressing his desire to bring regional countries under the deal. “Indeed, our vision is not limited…
Building permit surge points to positive economic outlook, OEB and KEVE tell CNA
The sharp rise in building permits is a positive sign for Cyprus’ construction sector and the economy in general, Cyprus Employers & Industrialists Federation (OEB) and Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KEVE) told CNA on Wednesday, while also pointing…
Albania increasingly popular with French tourists as bookings surge 288%
TIRANA, Aug 12 /ATA/ Albania is becoming an increasingly popular destination for French travellers. Prime Minister Edi Rama on Wednesday shared on social media an article published by French channel BFM Business, highlighting the growing interest in visiting Albania. “With…
Exhibition Dedicated to Recent Archaeological Discoveries Opens in Plovdiv
From August 11 until the end of the year, the Regional Archaeological Museum – Plovdiv is presenting its annual exhibition, Discoveries 2025 – Threshold Between Worlds, dedicated to the most significant archaeological discoveries made during the past archaeological season in…
