Population dynamics are an important factor that shapes social, cultural, and political conditions. Whether changes in the ...

Elder Gerrit W. Gong advocated for belonging and civic responsibility during his ministry in Germany, Albania, North ...

For a beautiful yet affordable European trip, this city in Albania offers gorgeous views and a chance to explore medieval history without breaking the bank.

Photo: BIRN. Albanians Remember ‘Extraordinary Woman’ Who Endured Torture for Her Faith Fjori Sinoruka Tirana and Shkodra BIRN April 18, 202508:13 Fjori Sinoruka Tirana and Shkodra BIRN April ...

What isn’t in dispute is the religion’s widespread popularity in Albania, enjoying good relations with Catholics (8.4% of Albanians), Orthodox Christians (7.2%), and orthodox Muslims (45.9%).

TIRANA, Albania (AP) — Albania’s Orthodox Church on Saturday held an inauguration ceremony for its new Archbishop Joan, who succeeded Archbishop Anastasios following his death in January.

TIRANA, Albania (AP) — Albania’s Orthodox Church on Sunday elected Joan Pelushi as its new leader following the death in January of Archbishop Anastasios, who had revived the church after the ...

All forms of religion were banned in Albania for 23 years starting in 1967, when the country was completely isolated from the outside world and the communists seized the property of Islamic, Orthodox, ...

Many Albanian recipes have a religious root. This was frowned upon under communism, especially after 1967, when authoritarian ruler Enver Hoxha banned all religious practices.

In Albania's capital, Baba Mondi envisions a Vatican-like state for his Bektashi faith on a tiny scrap of land that would serve as a model for love and tolerance. Last year, Albanian Prime ...