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Healthy Bars Secures €14.8 Million Loan to Boost Sustainability and Triple Production Capacity
UniCredit Bulbank’s €14.8 million loan to Healthy Bars, partially guaranteed by the EBRD with up to €5 million, will fund a green production facility and eco-friendly equipment, enabling the Bulgarian protein bar producer to triple its capacity sustainably
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Sofia Municipality Opts for Light Show to Ring in 2025, Reinforces Fireworks Ban
The initiative, designed to protect children, pets, and individuals with disabilities from the distress caused by loud explosions, will be showcased during the New Year's concert at Knyaz Alexander I Square
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Bulgaria to Hike Excise Taxes on Alcohol and Tobacco in 2025
Excise taxes on alcoholic beverages, including beer and spirits, will increase by 10-15% in 2025, aligning Bulgaria’s rates with EU norms. The measure, backed by parliament, trade unions, and employers, addresses the country’s current minimum-level EU excise duties
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Bulgarian Government Allocates BGN 5.5 Million for New Pediatric Hospital in Burgas
The Bulgarian government has allocated BGN 5.5 million from the 2024 central budget to construct the "St. Anastasia" pediatric hospital in Burgas, a top-priority national project aimed at enhancing specialized healthcare for children in Southeastern Bulgaria
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Pleven Enforces Water Restrictions Amid Management Probe and Public Outcry
Effective immediately, water supply will be restricted in Pleven and 14 surrounding settlements, with water being unavailable during two key periods: from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. and again from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m
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BFSA Launches Nationwide Fish Market Inspections Ahead of Festive Season
The Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) has heightened inspections nationwide, checking fish markets and shops from production to sale. The initiative ensures product safety, quality, and freshness as holiday demand rises, focusing on documentation, storage, and hygiene compliance
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Residents of Sofia’s ‘Krasna Polyana’ Neighborhood Demand Action Against Rising Air Pollution
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
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Day of Healthy Food and Cooking Shines Light on Bulgaria’s Childhood Obesity Crisis
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
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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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Ilin Dimitrov open talks with Bethany Hughes to promote destination Bulgaria
Sofia, Bulgaria: Ilin Dimitrov, the tourism Minister of Bulgaria, discussed the possibilities of popularizing the destination Bulgaria to the global audience in partnership with the highly successful British production of professor Bethany Hughes. She is ready to shoot a documentary series about Bulgaria
Gabrovo: Regional Governor attends final seminar on Digital Coach Project
The two-day final seminar on the "Digital Coach" project was opened yesterday at the Gabrovo Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The regional governor Nevena Petkova opened the forum by saying, "The event concerns relevant and exciting topics in the business environment"