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Bulgaria to Raise Tobacco Excise Duty, Cigarette Prices to Rise by 2.40 Leva per Pack
The excise duty revision aligns with the European Commission’s updated minimum tax rates on tobacco products, which will double the current minimum excise duty on cigarettes from 90 euros to 180 euros per 1,000 cigarettes, or 3.60 euros per pack
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Bulgarian Citizens Underutilize European Health Insurance Card Despite Enhanced Accessibility
In contrast, the number of EHICs issued annually in Bulgaria remains notably low, ranging between 160,000 and 170,000. Given that the card is valid for only one year, it is likely that a substantial portion of applicants are repeat users renewing their cards annually
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Pazardzhik Alarmed as Five Teens Hospitalized for Alcohol, Stimulants Use
Over the past two weeks, five adolescents have required urgent medical attention, highlighting a troubling trend that local healthcare professionals warn is becoming increasingly prevalent
Bulgaria
Smoking and Alcohol Use Among Bulgarian Youth on the Rise, Study Finds
According to research conducted by the National Center for Public Health and Analysis, over 30% of Bulgarian students have tried smoking cigarettes, with more than 40% lighting their first cigarette at just 14 or 15 years old, Nova TV reports
Bulgaria
Skier Seriously Injured on Borovets Slope as Mountain Conditions Deteriorate
The injured skier, whose identity has not been disclosed, lost consciousness during the accident but regained awareness before being transferred to the hospital. Mountain rescue teams responded swiftly to the scene, stabilizing the injured individual before coordinating with an air ambulance for urgent transport
Bulgaria
Breze Resident Dies as Ambulance Delayed Due to Poor Roads
The man, who suffered a heart attack, was unable to be reached in time by an ambulance due to the village’s impassable roads, a recurring issue that local authorities have struggled to address for years
Bulgaria
China Expands Livestock Import Ban Over Disease Fears, Including Bulgaria
Authorities in Bulgaria and other affected nations have yet to respond to the ban, but trade analysts suggest that alternative markets will need to be explored to mitigate potential losses
Bulgaria
Housing Loans in Bulgaria Continue to Surge Despite Central Bank Restrictions
According to BNB data, commercial banks approved 923 million leva in housing loans in November, marking an increase of nearly 5% from October and a 22.5% surge compared to the same month in 2023
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Golden Glory: Bulgaria Clinches 9 Medals at European Cup in Baku
The team, made up of Raya Bozhilova, Yoana Moteva, Anania Dimitrova, Gabriela Traykova, Ivayla Velkovska, and Elena Hristova, triumphed in the all-around competition as well as in the finals for routines with five hoops and five pairs of clubs
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Man Detained for Firing Gun During Village Brawl in Razgrad Province
According to initial reports from the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Interior (MoI) in Razgrad, the altercation escalated into a physical confrontation involving multiple individuals
Customs Officers Seize Nearly 120,000 Leva in Undeclared Currency at Lesovo Border
The incident occurred on April 30, 2025, when a freight truck bearing foreign registration arrived at the Lesovo Customs Point on its outbound route to Turkey. According to the Bulgarian Customs Agency, the vehicle was transporting goods from the Netherlands to Turkey, as stated in the documentation provided by the driver
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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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