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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
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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
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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
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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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Bread Prices in Bulgaria Soar by Over 43% Since 2021 Despite VAT Exemption
This stark finding comes from an analysis by the Institute for Social and Trade Union Research at the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions of Bulgaria (CITUB). The analysis reveals that nearly half of the price increase occurred after the zero VAT exemption was introduced for bread and flour
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Bulgaria Braces for Snow in Southern Regions as Cold Snap Intensifies
The Rila-Rhodope massif, Mount Strandzha, and Mount Sakar are expected to see substantial snow accumulations, while other parts of the country will witness varying conditions as cold air continues to grip the region
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Bulgaria’s Financial Sector Wary of Employment Decline Amid Mixed Economic Signals
The survey indicates that 53% of financial intermediaries expect no significant change in employee numbers during the fourth quarter of 2024. However, 27% foresee a decline, a figure that now surpasses the 20% predicting an increase in workforce levels
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Burgas Theater Enhances Accessibility with New Online Ticketing System
The move aligns with the theater's commitment to enhancing communication with its audience and making the arts more accessible to everyone. The new system, now available on the theater’s official website, marks a significant shift in how tickets are sold in the region
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Sofia Introduces Green Tickets to Combat Air Pollution
The measure aims to encourage citizens to opt for public transportation instead of private vehicles, thereby lowering emissions and improving air quality. In addition to the subsidized tickets, Sofia Municipality has announced that parking in the subway buffer parking lots will be free of charge for the day
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Cyberattacks Enter Top 10 Business Risks in Bulgaria for First Time in 2025
The annual survey, conducted by Allianz Commercial, gathered insights from 3,778 risk management professionals across 106 countries, providing a comprehensive overview of global and regional business challenges
Sofia Airport Grants Free Terminal 2 Bus Access for Winter Season
The initiative, designed to support Bulgaria’s active winter tourism industry and facilitate high-intensity transfers, was established through an agreement between the Minister of Tourism, Evtim Miloshev, and the airport concessionaire, SOF Connect. This measure will remain in effect until the end of March 2025
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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
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