Party for world’s oldest dog Unusual campaign

THE local elections in Albania took place on Sunday May 14 and The Socialist Party of Albania had made an impressive move by allocating part of their campaign budget to plant trees in every city across the country.

Albanian Prime Minister, Edi Rama stated that his and his party’s aim is to seed the future for the generations to come, by leaving something good behind after these elections. Thus, the slogan ‘Only Forward. Never Backwards’.

He added that citizens are tired of negativity and harsh rhetoric in every election campaign, and that his party doesn’t need to pollute the social environment of the citizens of Albania with all the shouting, the bullying, and the political games, unlike his opponents. Instead, the party is taking a long­term view, demonstrating a commitment to the wellbeing of Albanian citizens.

“We have decided to have a minimal appearance of large screens, pompous scenes, and advertising materials,” Rama explained at the campaign launching event.

“We want to set a good example on how a campaign doesn’t have to leave a trail of trash, pollution, and negativity behind.”

THERE was a big party held on Saturday May 13 in Portugal as the world’s oldest living dog celebrated his birthday.

Guinness World Records announced last week that Bobi turned the grand old age of 31, on May 11.

Bobi, Born on May 11, 1992, is officially the world’s oldest dog ever, a title held previously by an Aussie cattle dog named Bluey who lived to be 29 years old.

Bobi is a Portuguese Rafeiro do Alentejo breed and has lived all his life in the village of Conqueiros, Portugal.

Leonel Costa, who owns Bobi, confirmed it was a ‘very traditional’ Portuguese party, with even a dance troupe performing. Bobi, who does not eat dog food, was served locally­sourced fish and meat. Over 100 guests were expected to attend, with many jetting from overseas for Bobi’s special day.

Leonel attributes Bobi’s old age to a life lived in a ‘calm, peaceful environ­