Bulgaria
Sofia Zoo to Introduce New Entrance Fees and Major Upgrades in 2025
The updated pricing, set to take effect in February 2025, aligns with recommendations from the European Association of Zoos and Aquariums (EAZA) and is part of a broader strategy to enhance visitor experience and animal care
Bulgaria
Sofia to Cut Two Night Bus Lines Amid Service Changes
The decision, which was pushed forward by Vanya Grigorova of "BSP for Bulgaria" and Carlos Contrera from VMRO, will see night bus lines N3 and N4 completely shut down, while N1 and N2 will operate only on Fridays and Saturdays
Bulgaria
Bulgaria’s Balkan-1 Satellite Successfully Launched into Orbit
The launch took place at Vandenberg Air Force Base in Santa Barbara, California, and was broadcast live at the Planetarium of the Nikola Y. Vaptsarov Naval Academy in Varna, Bulgaria
Bulgaria
Head-on Freight Train Collision Near Sofia Leaves Fatalities and Injuries
A freight train operated by BDZ-Freight Transport collided with a PIMK Rail train near Sofia. The crash caused a locomotive fire and derailment, significantly escalating the severity of the incident and prompting an extensive emergency response
Middle East
Eleven Dead in Istanbul from Counterfeit Alcohol within 24 Hours
The surge in alcohol poisoning cases has prompted immediate action from local authorities. The Istanbul governor’s office has introduced strict measures to curb the sale of counterfeit alcohol and ensure public safety
Bulgaria
Bulgaria Braces for Flu Epidemic as Five Regions Approach Pre-Epidemic Levels
Assoc. Prof. Angel Kunchev, Bulgaria's Chief State Health Inspector, issued the warning during a televised appearance on BNT, citing the spread of the AH3N2 flu strain as the primary driver of this year’s seasonal epidemic
Bulgaria
Bulgaria Assumes Command of Naval Mine Countermeasures Group in Black Sea
Deputy Minister of Defense Radostin Iliev, along with the naval commanders of Bulgaria, Romania, and Turkey, attended the ceremony. This high-profile gathering reflected the importance of the group’s mission in ensuring maritime safety and addressing mine-related threats in the region
Bulgaria
Four Charged in €94.5 Million Rail Fraud Case in Bulgaria
The accused include two managers from an Italian company, a Bulgarian manager, and a former director of the National Railway Infrastructure Company (NRIC). Charges include falsifying qualifications to secure a public procurement contract and misuse of EU funds
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18-Year-Old Kalin Uzunov Saves the Cross on Jordan’s Day in Burgas
This year's event, held at the beach near the iconic bridge in Burgas, attracted 56 participants, ranging in age from 16 to 72 years. Kalin, who has been training as a water polo athlete for 12 years, attributed his success to his rigorous training
Orthodox Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve as Julian Calendar Observances Continue
This traditional date remains significant in several countries and communities, including Russia, Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, the Bosnian Serb Republic, Georgia, Belarus, Armenia, and Ethiopia