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The news from Shqiptarja.com focuses heavily on a salary dispute involving judges in Albania, with Prime Minister Edi Rama releasing figures comparing their pay to that in Greece and other European countries. Other top stories include Albania's role in international affairs and various societal…
Prime Minister Edi Rama has released salary data for Albanian judges, stating they are paid 500 euros more than their Greek counterparts and receive approximately 3241 euros per month, making them the second highest paid in Europe. He highlights their demand for an additional 2000 euro increase.
Bardhi criticizes the justice system's financial state, calling it a collapse, and demands accountability from Rama for not implementing a constitutional court decision regarding magistrates' salaries.
Prime Minister Rama states that the Administrative Court is not only requesting a 51% salary increase for magistrates but also that the raise be effective from April 2023.
Sweden is holding decisive elections, with the far-right movement potentially forming the next government, putting the country's reputation for human rights protection at stake.
Rapper Cardi B expressed her affection for Albania by using the Albanian eagle symbol, as reported by the media.
The commission unanimously voted to rename Nashville Airport in honor of the iconic singer Dolly Parton, marking a perpetual tribute.
An opinion piece by Ben Andoni discusses the state of democracy, questioning its effectiveness in the absence of proper infrastructure and digital tools.
A family from Dibra, after living abroad for 30 years, has returned to their hometown to undertake a project challenging the flow of the Black Drin river.
The article highlights the challenges faced by Albanian farmers, who incur higher production costs due to increased spending on seeds and pesticides, compounded by labor shortages and lack of subsidies.
Amidst attacks on an oil pipeline, Saudi Arabia is seeking assistance, while reports suggest Trump's withdrawal and Houthi actions are disrupting the US president's plans.
