Rafaela Prifti Turning the page to a new year, the acclaimed Albanian American conductor Kristo Kondakçi conducts the Kendall Square Orchestra at Sanders... »
Pope at Christmas Urbi et Orbi: May we become pilgrims of hope, peace, and unity
Wishing everyone a “a serene and blessed Christmas,” Pope Francis celebrates the joy of this day on which we celebrate... »
Statement from Albanian-American Community Organizations Regarding Injustice at the Specialist Chamber in The Hague
As Albanian Americans, we are deeply committed to the ideals of liberty and justice—principles that serve as the cornerstone of... »
Farewell, Uncle Sami: A Memorial to an Idealist Albanian
By Grid Rroji On Wednesday, November 27, 2024, the heart of Professor Sami Repishti, an intellectual humanist and one of... »
European Commission welcomes inclusion of Montenegro and Albania in the Single Euro Payments Area
Today, Montenegro and Albania advanced on their European integration path by becoming the first-ever enlargement countries to join the geographical... »
Mother Teresa in Chicago – Remembrance, Legacy, and Inspiration
Remarks by Dr. Sonila Sejdaras, President of “Care for Albania”, at an event dedicated to Mother Teresa, hosted by... »
Donald Trump makes a triumphant comeback to the White House
The votes are still being counted in several states, but the Republican candidate, Donald Trump has emerged as the clear... »
Choose Leaders in America who Support Opportunity
By Ilir Zherka The United States continues to struggle with competing views around cultural, economic, and international issues. Thankfully, Americans... »
Albanians Fighting Cancer AFC USA Gala Concert – Impromptu Singalongs Elevates Pride Craving More Encores
Rafaela Prifti “The first time I heard the name Albanians Fighting Cancer AFC, it was through a GoFundMe page that... »
WE SEEK JUSTICE NOT REVENGE
My speech at the Albanian-American Civic League meeting with Congressman Jerry Nadler at my home Dear Congressman Nadler, Welcome... »
On the vital importance of prioritizing career diplomacy over political appointments
Open letter to the Foreign Minister of Albania, H.E. Mr. Igli Hasani, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Mr.... »
Pristine areas, once compromised, cannot be restored
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Mr. Ruben Avxhiu Editor, llyria Newspaper (by email) Dear Mr. Editor: I was shocked to read,... »
Kosovar President Says Mitrovica Bridge Should Open In Coordination With Western Partners
Kosovar President Vjosa Osmani said on August 15 the country must ensure that the main bridge in Mitrovica, which divides... »
Kosovar President Involved In Security Incident At Airport In North Macedonia
Kosova has accused security staff at the airport in neighboring North Macedonia’s capital of violating international practices after an incident... »
15 years since joining NATO, Albania is making solid contributions
Interview of Chargé d’Affaires David Wisner Panorama: Mr. Wisner, you are concluding your mandate in Albania. How was it? ... »
The Sound of that Honest Pledge
By Altin Zaloshnja These are three of the 56 total signatures found on the United States Declaration of Independence. They... »
U.S. Announces New Sanctions On Bosnian Serb Leader Dodik
The United States on June 18 tightened sanctions targeting Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik and his family, taking aim at... »
The Power of Football Diplomacy: Transforming nations, uniting cultures
Arben Cici, Professor of International Relations, Mediterranean University of Albania In an era marked by global connectivity and dynamic cultural... »
From Skin Care to Mental Health, AFC summer event showcases holistic approach
Rafaela Prifti Albanians Fighting Cancer (AFC USA), a Boston based advocacy group and patient care service non profit, hosted its... »
NATO wrapped up its largest exercise in decades #SteadfastDefender24
Exercises are important tools through which the Alliance tests and validates its concepts, procedures, systems and tactics. More broadly, they... »
At Noli Film Festival, Curtain Goes Up Today with Movies and more on the Program
Rafaela Prifti Twenty seven productions, three days, one roof – Noli Film Festival is a free event with registration, that... »
AACL DELEGATION TO THE AMERICAN CONGRESS
– The Serbian association as a precondition before the final agreement is an attempt to impose Serbia’s control over Kosova... »
U.S.-EU Coordination Mechanism on Information Integrity in the Western Balkans
Following the U.S.-EU Trade & Technology Council Ministerial held in Belgium last month, the U.S. Department of State and the... »
Noli Film Festival (NFF), a pioneering event celebrating Albanian cinema in the United States
The inaugural Noli Film Festival (NFF), a pioneering event celebrating Albanian cinema in the United States, will take place at... »
Serbian Propaganda Factories Boost Support for Moscow
As Serbian media outlets stoke support for Russia across the Balkans, the West must challenge Belgrade’s disinformation. (Repost from the... »
AACL PUBLIC DECLARATION FOR KOSOVA
We are surprised by the recent positions of French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Schulz, who are prepared... »
Farewell to failure
By Daniel Serwer – May 9, 2024 State Department Deputy Assistant Secretary Escobar and EU Special Representative Lajcak, both with... »
Donald Leka – CEO, Founder of Jumptuit – Next Level in Forecasting Global Events
Rafaela Prifti In case you missed it, Data Correlation Engine Jumptuit, an AI-scenario forecasting company that focuses on detecting probabilities... »
What Is Behind Serbia And China’s ‘Ironclad Friendship’?
BELGRADE — Chinese President Xi Jinping’s rare European visit this week is being widely regarded as Beijing’s attempt to present... »
The First Building Bridges Program Launched by Albanian American Bar Association, Noli Library and Cultural Center
Rafaela Prifti Six Trailblazing Albanian-American Judges shared insights and experiences of their legal careers last night at Suffolk University Law... »