Health

This has prompted fears about the growing health risks in the area, which is already grappling with dangerous levels of particulate matter. Many of the complaints center around the so-called "Vietnamese dormitories," which have long been suspected of contributing to the pollution

Reports reveal that Bulgaria is among the European countries grappling with high rates of childhood obesity. According to Dr. Elena Vuchkova, who spoke on Nova TV, one in three Bulgarian children aged 6 to 18 is classified as overweight

The car veered off the road, striking a tree on the roadside and causing significant damage to the vehicle. Authorities responded swiftly to the scene, and an investigation was launched to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the crash

Bulgaria is on track to enhance its emergency medical services with the arrival of a second air ambulance helicopter, scheduled for delivery in January 2025. The center has already conducted 32 missions since its inaugural operation on June 4, underscoring the urgent need for air medical support in the region

According to the national weather service, winds will generally be light to moderate. In Eastern Bulgaria, the breeze will blow from the southwest, while in the western regions, winds will come from the northwest, contributing to the cooler temperatures expected throughout the day

The decision, made during a closed meeting, will result in a rise in water prices for domestic users in Sofia, effective from October 1, 2024, according to a statement from the EWRC press center

Twelve regions in Bulgaria, including Vidin, Dobrich, Lovech, Montana, and Yambol, currently lack any 24-hour pharmacies, raising concerns about residents' access to essential medications during nighttime hours

Takhov's request comes as Bulgaria faces a dramatic rise in egg imports from Ukraine. Over 2.6 million tons of eggs entered Bulgaria during the first half of 2024, a staggering fivefold increase compared to the same period in 2023