Bulgaria
Bulgaria: Street in Sofia city to be named after US ambassador James Pardew
The report of the committee further asserted, "With his outstanding career as a military man as well as a diplomat, James Pardew established himself as a guardian of freedom and peace in the Balkans."
Politics
Political chaos in Bulgaria; Opposition demands resignation of entire Cabinet
The demand for resignation by the opposition comes today (June 9, 2022), after the leader of the ITN political party, Slavi Trifonov, stated that he is calling off his party's name from the Bulgarian coalition government as well as from the parliament majority.
Europe
EU raises humanitarian fund aid to Ukraine by 205 million
Apart from this, the European Commissioner for Crisis Management, Janez Lenarčič, is paying a visit to Ukraine today only to witness and take stock of the war-hit nation.
COVID
Bulgaria records new 160 COVID cases
These new COVID cases were recorded from the additional 3818 tests conducted by the healthcare facilities at testing sites on June 8. The positivity rate of the new coronavirus infections is 4.19%, the official data further adds.
Health
Bulgaria: Prices of medicines increases by 10%
"There is a clear transition from buying more expensive to cheaper products", underscored Kostov, adding that there is still a shortage of medications.
Bulgaria
92 COVID patients tests positive for Omicron variant in Bulgaria
These samples have been taken from the COVID-19 patients during the time period of May 2 to May 17, 2022, NCIPD further stated, and were taken from 20 districts out of 28.
Bulgaria
US delivers initial shipment of LNG to Bulgaria
As per the information, the fuel will be unloaded at the Revithoussa LNG terminal in Greece prior to its arrival in Bulgaria. Meanwhile, an alternative unloading point has also been decided, and it could be one of four LNG terminals in Turkey.
Bulgaria
Bulgaria’s economy grows by 0.8% in 2022 first quarter
This growth is very less as compared to that of 2021, when the European country's economy grew by 4%, the data shared by the NSI added. Meanwhile, the gross domestic product (GDP) in January-March was 32.81 billion leva or 16.77 billion euros for Bulgaria.
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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
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
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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
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