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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 Enforces Winter Tire Mandate as Fines Take Effect
Inspector Radoslav Markov from the Montana Regional Police Directorate outlined the legal requirements, stating, “Drivers must use tires with a tread depth of at least 4 millimeters or more.” Failure to comply with these regulations will result in a 50 BGN fine
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Austria Lifts Schengen Blockade for Romania and Bulgaria, Full Membership Expected by Spring 2025
Senior officials in Bucharest remain hopeful that the spring target will be met, marking an end to nearly a decade of delay since both nations first fulfilled technical requirements for Schengen entry
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Bulgaria Seeks EU Protection Against Surge in Low-Cost Ukrainian Honey Imports
The call for intervention will be made on Monday during a meeting of EU agriculture and fisheries ministers in Brussels, where Bulgaria intends to outline the impact of low-priced Ukrainian honey on its local market
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Two Bulgarian Citizens Arrested in Montenegro on Suspicion of Attempted Murder
According to local authorities, the incident occurred at approximately 9:50 a.m. when Montenegrin police received a report of a physical altercation involving several individuals. The altercation led to one man sustaining significant injuries, including multiple fractures
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Sofia Council Proposes New Ticket System to Tackle Air Pollution
The proposal, introduced by Deputy Mayor Nadezhda Bobcheva and supported by four councilors from the WCC-DB-SS coalition, focuses on offering affordable public transport options on days when pollution levels are particularly high
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Ryanair Unveils Top Christmas 2024 Destinations for Bulgarian Travelers
Wroclaw, with its famed Christmas market, has emerged as a must-visit destination for travelers seeking a picturesque holiday atmosphere. Ryanair’s regular flights from Sofia to Wroclaw make it a convenient choice for Bulgarians
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Radev Delays Political Consultations, Focuses on Green Energy Cooperation with Azerbaijan
"According to the Constitution, the formation of parliamentary groups and the election of the Speaker of Parliament are the essential first steps. Only then can I start consultations with each political group," Radev clarified
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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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Bulgaria’s Sunflower Crop Faces Yield Struggles Amid Rising Oil Prices
The current yield stands at a concerning 149 kg/ha, a decline from last year's 181 kg/ha. These figures reflect the severe impact of Bulgaria's harsh summer drought, which has left many farmers unable to meet expected outputs