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Three Intoxicated Drivers Detained in Burgas Amid Heightened Police Checks
The man refused to provide a blood sample for further chemical analysis. He was taken into custody for up to 24 hours, and the vehicle, which lacked registration plates, was seized according to legal procedures. Authorities have launched a fast-tracked investigation into the case
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Sofia Leads Bulgaria’s Housing Boom with Surge in Large Residential Developments
Data released by the National Statistical Institute (NSI) reveals that a record 903 new homes with five or more rooms were completed in the capital in 2024 — a significant 60% jump from the previous year
Bulgaria
Seaside Restaurant Prices Surge in Bulgaria as VAT Hike Hits Tourists’ Wallets
Premium seafood options, like fried turbot, are priced as high as 40 leva per portion. Pork-based meals have seen similar hikes—a pork knuckle with potatoes and carrots costs nearly 40 leva, and a trio of pork meatballs or kebabs with a side is about 10–12 leva
Bulgaria
4.6-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Vrancea Region in Romania, No Damage Reported
The quake occurred at 9:34 p.m. local time, the General Inspectorate for Emergency Management (IGSU) confirmed, and was registered at a depth of 140 kilometers. Its epicenter was located approximately 49 kilometers west of the city of Focșani, the administrative center of Vrancea County in eastern Romania
Bulgaria
Underwater Park ‘St. Anastasia’ Takes Shape in Burgas Bay with First Sunken Exhibits
Named the Underwater Park "St. Anastasia", the initiative is the first of its kind in the region and aims to boost marine biodiversity while attracting diving tourism to the Southern Black Sea Coast
Bulgaria
Bulgarian Novel Broke Taboos on Katyn Massacre in 1973
At the time of the novel’s publication, such assertions directly contradicted the official Bulgarian and Soviet stance, which maintained that the Nazis had committed the crime after occupying Smolensk in 1941
Bulgaria
Sofia Public Transport Workers to Protest Over Underfunding and Conditions
The demonstration, organized by the Federation of Transport Unions within CITUB and the Federation of Transport Workers at the Podkrepa Confederation of Trade Unions, aims to highlight the ongoing underfunding of the sector, inadequate income policies, and the lack of meaningful dialogue from authorities
Bulgaria
Bulgarian Gymnasts Shine at FIG World Challenge Cup with Record Medal Haul in Varna
The weekend’s victories brought Bulgaria’s final count to one gold, two silver, and two bronze medals. Eddie Penev had already made headlines on Saturday by claiming the gold medal in the floor exercise
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Flu Season in Bulgaria Yet to Peak: Rising Cases and Health Warnings
Although some regions, like Blagoevgrad, have already seen a significant rise in flu cases, areas such as Sofia and Burgas have not experienced a major surge. However, hospitals in Sofia are beginning to fill up with flu patients, and the situation remains closely monitored
Bulgarian Sailors Reunite with Families After 14 Months in Houthi Captivity
The two sailors were accompanied by a Romanian crew member, who was welcomed by Romania’s ambassador. The release of the sailors followed a complex diplomatic operation spearheaded by Oman, a key mediator in regional conflicts