“The first names are ready. They’ll be posted tomorrow morning” Now 29-year-old Tirana native Linda, who made a name for herself through usury operations, “once a hooligan.” Tomorrow morning thousands of people will be spared the anxiety of waiting in line once again. At 10:00 the first payment of the usury scheme begins, although the last 24 hours at Sudja’s counters have been more frightening than ever. Yesterday morning around 400 people were in the office waiting area, most of them to make sure how things would proceed. TIRANA - In the early hours of yesterday, Sude Alisufi met with a group of clients to explain how the payments would be handled. According to the posted notice, this morning the first payments will be made to those who have coupons with an upcoming deadline. Clients asked for clarification about the amount, the order, and the lists. Many of them spent the night in line. According to sources close to the office, payments will begin with clients who have the earliest deadlines and the smallest amounts, while lists of names will be posted tomorrow morning. Police forces were at the office entrance to maintain order. Some citizens showed signs of panic, while others said they would wait a few more days. Photo: SHTYPI

Wage cuts and shield for information The union-government agreement is signed TIRANA - After several months of talks between the unions and the government, an agreement has been reached on social protection and several economic demands. The document provides for wage increases in some sectors, compensation, and measures to guarantee information for workers. Union representatives described the agreement as a positive step, although insufficient. UNION OF INDEPENDENT TRADE UNIONS OF ALBANIA

They injected blood from a different group into her veins The white coats will answer in court today for the life of the 22-year-old woman from Burrel Neighborhood 5, handed over to police Italian in handcuffs; kidnapped the girl The Italian entered the house and found a young woman packed with an automatic weapon and bombs and kept her hostage, then took her by car as far as the road of the two Albanians TIRANA - A 22-year-old woman from Burrel has died after a mistaken transfusion with blood from a different group, while the doctors responsible are accused of negligence and will appear in court today. The case has triggered a strong reaction in public opinion. According to preliminary investigations, the mistake occurred during the hospital procedure, when the patient was given blood that did not match her group. Family members are demanding the maximum punishment for the medical staff. In another report, police say that an Italian national has been handed over and arrested for kidnapping a girl. According to the information, he entered the home armed and forcibly took the girl, later transporting her by car.

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Student protest: “We want water and electricity” From what we have observed in the premises of the University of Gjirokastër, students complain about the lack of water and electricity in the dormitories. The situation has become difficult, especially on the cold days of winter. Their representatives have warned of a boycott of classes and protests if the demands are not taken into account. On page 11

Christmas and New Year amid luxury away from home Christmas and New Year amid luxury away from home Now in America, even a terrace without rap Sofra surprises on 3 floors Elegant hall Bar Pastry shop Restaurant Fashion point Spaces for family celebrations Gazeta Shqiptare

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The company “MAGJIC BINGO ALBANIA” (sh.p.k.) offers, as of the date of birth 12.1.1996, “Magjika e Fatit” of Tirana and the city and district of Korçë. All those who hold the ticket with the above number, without the coupon for withdrawing the payable amount, must address the same branch, at [street?], on 19.12.1996. Winners in “Bingo with names”, all winners of the promo lottery with the 20 per[?] winning coupon, should present themselves with their documents on Monday 16.12.1996, starting from 10.00 to 11.00. 1- MAGJIC - BINGO prize: Ticket No. 2297 of series Kz 165 with 300,000 LEK 2- MAGJIC - BINGO prize: Ticket No. 2297 of series Kz 150 with 600,000 LEK 3- TELE-BINGO prize: Ticket No. 2297 of series Kz 18 with 3,000,000 LEK SINJALI / Notice for winners On 16 December 1996 a draw will be held for coupons worth 20,000 lek, winners for 40 numbers of the lotto series worth 250 lek. Please present yourself with the winning ticket and the accompanying coupon.