albania

Ex-Mayor Adams accuses Mamdani admin of playing politics as he seeks taxpayer-funded defense in sex assault suit

Former Mayor Eric Adams accused his successor's administration of playing politics -- as he pushed for taxpayers to foot his legal bills in a lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault...

US advises against visiting popular, low-cost European beach as global tensions rise

"We encourage American citizens to exercise increased vigilance," the advisory said.

Former NYC Mayor Eric Adams granted Albanian citizenship

Jetsetting former mayor and certified weirdo Eric Adams is now a citizen of Albania.

Thousands rally in Albanian capital against EU-backed court prosecuting Kosovo war veterans

Thousands protest in Tirana against the EU-backed court prosecuting Kosovo war veterans.

Albanian judge killed in courtroom shooting amid growing anger over justice system reforms

Albanian Appeals Court Judge Astrit Kalaja’s killing quickly became a lightning rod for nationwide dissatisfaction with the Albanian judiciary. 

Mayor Eric Adams pushes for direct flight from NYC to Albania as ambassador rumors swirl

Political insiders have been whispering for weeks that Adams was up for an ambassadorship in the Trump administration.

Adams jets off to Albania after dropping out of NYC mayor’s race — and he’s not flying Turkish Airlines

This lame duck still flies, but not with Turkey’s help.

Eric Adams’ son drops new ‘party’ music inspired by chasing his rap dreams in Albania: ‘Biggest chapter of my life’

Jordan Coleman, Mayor Eric Adams’ 29-year-old son, is back in the Big Apple after competing abroad in the Albanian equivalent of “American Idol” — and has dropped an EP of five “party”...

Albania shuts down TikTok for a year, blames platform for inciting violence, bullying among children

The Albanian Cabinet decided to shut down TikTok for 12 months, blaming the popular video-sharing platform for inciting violence and bullying, especially among children.

Travel expert taps secret ‘stunning’ European destinations to visit in 2025 — before the tourist crush

Beautiful beaches, ancient history and low prices — get off the beaten path and enjoy the relative quiet while you can.

Former Sinatra hangout Patsy’s sued over alleged Albanian harassment, $1M in wage theft

The owners of Patsy's Italian Restaurant allegedly told two Albanian workers that "all Albanians deserve a bullet," are "gay" and "garbage," according to court papers.

Albania player banned for two Euro 2024 games after leading crowd in nationalist chants

Mirlind Daku took a megaphone after Albania’s 2-2 draw with Croatia on Wednesday in Hamburg and joined in chanting slogans against Serbia and North Macedonia.

Why Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner is building luxe resorts and hotels in Albania and Serbia

Trump's son-in-law is making a big foray into a burgeoning area in Europe that's seeing a rise in popularity among travelers, such as Albania's Sazan Island.

Albania’s Crown Prince Leka claims estranged wife Princess Elia, her father attacked him with ‘strong objects’ amid divorce

The royal, who announced that he was splitting from his wife after seven years of marriage, is seeking police intervention following the alleged attack.

Trailblazing US skier Katherine Rigby dies in Kosovo avalanche

Rigby became the first telemark skier to climb and descent down Cho You -- the sixth-highest mountain in the world in the Himalayas.

Royal spotted for first time since shocking divorce reveal

On Tuesday, the 41-year-old royal stepped out in Tirana to pay a visit to the Queen Geraldine statue he and his soon-to-be ex-wife unveiled in Feb. 2022.

Psychic predicted the Albanian royal couple split in 2024

The Sussexes also got a baaaaad prediction about their fractured relationship with the royal family last year — by a goat!

Royal couple announces divorce after 7 years: ‘Marriage has lost its function’

The former couple, who tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in 2016, announced their shock split in a statement shared on social media Monday.

Ex-FBI agent Charles McGonigal pleads guilty to one count in DC over pocketing payments

The former high-ranking FBI official, who last month copped to New York charges of conspiring to violate US sanctions while working with a Russian oligarch, pleaded guilty to accepting secret payments from a former foreign intelligence agent.

Mayor Adams’ son chasing racy rap dreams on Albanian version of ‘American Idol’

The Big Apple's first son, Jordan Coleman -- aka rapper "Jayoo" – took to the stage in the capital city of Tirana Wednesday night to compete in the Albanian equivalent...