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Bulgarians Plan 531 Leva Black Friday Spending, Survey Reveals Trends
The findings reveal that the 45-55 age group is expected to allocate the highest budgets, averaging BGN 614. Men are projected to outspend women, with average planned expenditures of BGN 664 compared to BGN 405 for women
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Bulgaria’s Alexandra Feigin Shines with Silver at Denkova-Staviski Cup
The 22-year-old skater, representing the Albena Denkova-Maxim Staviski Ice Dance Club, achieved an impressive total score of 177.26 points, capturing the crowd’s attention and delivering a memorable performance on home ice
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Bansko Ranks Among Top Travel Destinations for 2025, According to Lonely Planet
The ranking, which highlights the most desirable places to visit in the coming year, emphasizes Bansko’s affordable ski slopes and captivating natural scenery. The recognition places the town alongside major international destinations, with Toulouse, France, securing the top spot, followed by Puducherry, India
Bulgaria
Maria Bakalova Reveals Intense Preparation for Ivana Trump Role in ‘The Apprentice’
The film, directed by Ali Abbasi, is now playing in North American theaters and is set for release in the UK on October 18, with a screening in Bulgaria on November 24 during the "Kinomania" festival
Bulgaria
New Ferry Service Set to Boost Tourism Between Istanbul and Burgas
The inaugural voyage will welcome 200 guests, predominantly from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Germany, who will have the opportunity to visit popular destinations such as Burgas, Nessebar, and Sozopol
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Vogue Names Sofia Europe’s Most Dynamic City: A Blend of Ancient Charm and Modern Innovation
The article portrays Sofia as a cultural melting pot, with downtown streets reflecting a blend of Roman ruins, Byzantine influences, Ottoman architecture, and contemporary European designs
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Ed Sheeran Lights Up Rain-Soaked Sofia: British Star Thrills 60,000 Fans in Vasil Levski Stadium
As part of his "Mathematics" world tour (+–=÷×), Sheeran's performance brought a wave of excitement to Sofia’s Vasil Levski National Stadium, with over 60,000 fans filling the venue to experience the global sensation live.
Bulgaria
Sofia Municipality Proposes Tourist Tax Hike for 2024 to Boost Infrastructure
Deputy Mayor for Tourism Nikola Barbutov revealed the details of the plan, which includes changes not only to the tourist tax but also to the patent tax for short-term rental properties like Airbnb
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Over 1200 Taxi Drivers Block ‘Trakia’ Highway in Protest Against Insurance Hikes
The protest, organized by taxi drivers from over 50 cities across Bulgaria, was aimed at voicing their frustration over a steep increase in mandatory "Civil Liability" insurance costs
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Bulgaria to Increase Pensions by 9.6-9.7% from July 2025, Introduces Reform Proposals
This move is aimed at bolstering pensioner incomes amidst rising living costs. The Ministry also confirmed that the COVID supplement would remain applicable to newly granted pensions next year, despite calls for its removal
Bulgarian Taxi Drivers Protest Sharp Rise in Insurance Premiums
The protest, organized by the National Taxi Union, disrupted traffic in Sofia and over 30 cities nationwide. In the capital, three separate convoys converged at the National Assembly, causing significant slowdowns
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Dominica: New projects unveiled at the 2024/2025 budget session
Finance Minister Irving McIntyre revealed a big budget for several projects to be undertaken the coming fiscal year.
Dominica budget 2024/2025 scheduled today: $1.4 B expected allocation
The new budget for Dominica is expected to have a $1.4 Billion expenditure. The final budget address is set to take place today.
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The organisation stated, "The total number of deaths associated with COVID19 worldwide from 2020-2021 may be closer to 14.9 million: New estimates by WHO & UNDESA. That's 9.5 million more deaths than reported".