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
Bulgaria
Bulgarians Opt for Domestic Travel as Top Tourism Destination in Second Quarter of 2024
According to the survey, conducted for the second quarter of 2024, a substantial 71.3% of Bulgarians who traveled during this period chose destinations exclusively within Bulgaria
Bulgaria
Bulgaria Braces for Surge in Travel During September Holidays Amidst Tourism Boom and Energy Crisis
In September, Bulgaria is set to experience a significant travel surge as approximately 350,000 to 380,000 Bulgarians plan trips to take advantage of the long weekend for Unification Day on September 6
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Grand Celebration planned for Olympic Champion, Thea Lafond: PM Skerrit
PM Skerrit announces a warm welcome to Thea Lafond and decides to honor her with a motorcade and a Celebration rally upon her arrival.
Bulgaria
Tourism Thrives in Primorsko and Kiten Amidst Business Challenges
Primorsko and Kiten, two of Bulgaria's beloved Black Sea coast destinations, are experiencing a bustling summer tourist season. Despite facing several challenges, local businesses continue to attract a significant number of visitors, ensuring the vibrancy of these popular resorts
Bulgaria
Ancient Roman Sarcophagus Discovered on Varna Beach
The sarcophagus was found by a former policeman who was on holiday in the area. He noticed the artifact and promptly reported it to the Fifth Regional Department-Varna
Bulgaria
Bulgarian Children Shine at Euro 2024: A Rare Opportunity to Meet Their Football Heroes
The Bulgarian presence at Euro 2024 extended beyond the field. Bulgarian national flags were prominently displayed across host cities, symbolizing the country's deep-rooted passion for football.
Bulgaria
Bulgaria Air Launches Direct Flights from Varna to Frankfurt, Expanding Transport Connectivity
The inaugural flight from Frankfurt to Varna was met with fanfare at Varna Airport. This new seasonal route significantly expands Bulgaria Air's portfolio, enhancing transport connectivity and creating new development opportunities for Northeastern Bulgaria
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Ransomhouse Hackers Claim Supreme Administrative Court Data Breach
At an extraordinary hearing before the Supreme Judicial Council, acting Chairman of the Supreme Administrative Court Georgi Cholakov confirmed that the court’s system had been infected with the advanced ransomware strain White Rabbit
Sofia Municipality, Food Bank Assist Homeless with Food During Winter
The campaign, which will continue until March 2025, extends beyond the city’s three shelters, ensuring that individuals who decline assistance or are unable to access shelters also receive much-needed aid
Locomotive Collides with Passenger Train at Karnobat Station, Six Injured
The passenger train consisted of a single carriage carrying 15 passengers at the time of the collision. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported, but six individuals sustained minor injuries and received medical attention on-site
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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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According to reports from BNT, the driver's attention was diverted when her cell phone rang, prompting her to attempt to retrieve it. However, in her effort to locate the device, it slipped between the pedals of her car
Former Prime Minister Kiril Petkov faces harsh criticism about Bulgaria’s Support for Ukraine
Because of the evidence provided by "Die Welt" that Bulgaria supplied gasoline and weaponry to Ukraine under the "Petkov" ministry, the political parties came under harsh criticism
Deadly attack in Russian school leaves 17 people dead, 24 injured
An unidentified attacker opened fire in a Russian school, killing 17 people and leaving 24 injured. During the investigation, the attacker was identified as Artem Kazantsev, aged almost 30 years. First, he killed two security guards and entered school number 88, where he was a pupil