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Bulgaria Assumes Command of Naval Mine Countermeasures Group in Black Sea
Deputy Minister of Defense Radostin Iliev, along with the naval commanders of Bulgaria, Romania, and Turkey, attended the ceremony. This high-profile gathering reflected the importance of the group’s mission in ensuring maritime safety and addressing mine-related threats in the region
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Five Firework Models Recalled Over Safety Hazards in Europe
The recall involves several brands, with safety concerns ranging from improper ignition to excessive burning debris. These issues were identified in Denmark, which reported the non-compliant fireworks under the European Union’s Safety Gate system
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Ukrainian Troops Struggle in Kursk Amid Escalating Russian Counteroffensive
Reports suggest that over 40% of the 984 square kilometers initially captured by Ukrainian troops have been retaken by Russian forces, who have bolstered their frontline with over 50,000 troops, including contingents from North Korea
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Bulgarian Rhythmic Gymnast Boryana Kaleyn Announces Retirement After Olympic Success
The 23-year-old shared the news through a heartfelt post on social media, expressing gratitude for the unwavering support she received throughout her career and reflecting on the pride of representing Bulgaria on the global stage
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Austria Lifts Veto on Bulgaria and Romania’s Schengen Accession by Land
Austrian Interior Minister Gerhard Karner confirmed Austria’s decision to support Bulgaria and Romania’s Schengen accession, enabling the removal of land border checks for both countries from January 1, 2025, during the upcoming Justice and Home Affairs Council meeting
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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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Bansko Resorts Turn to Foreign Workers Amid Severe Staff Shortages as Ski Season Nears
With a surge of tourists expected, many hotels and restaurants are scrambling to fill vital roles. To address the gap, numerous business owners have turned to workers from outside the European Union, including countries like India, Tajikistan, and Ukraine, to meet the demand for service personnel
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Bulgaria Awaits Schengen Progress Alongside Romania as Glavchev Stresses Caution and Cooperation
Addressing journalists on November 8 during his official visit to the Hungarian capital, Glavchev highlighted that Bulgaria’s accession prospects remain closely linked with Romania’s, suggesting that any developments for Romania could also influence Bulgaria’s Schengen progress
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Bulgaria’s Balkan-1 Satellite Successfully Launched into Orbit
The launch took place at Vandenberg Air Force Base in Santa Barbara, California, and was broadcast live at the Planetarium of the Nikola Y. Vaptsarov Naval Academy in Varna, Bulgaria
Head-on Freight Train Collision Near Sofia Leaves Fatalities and Injuries
A freight train operated by BDZ-Freight Transport collided with a PIMK Rail train near Sofia. The crash caused a locomotive fire and derailment, significantly escalating the severity of the incident and prompting an extensive emergency response
Eleven Dead in Istanbul from Counterfeit Alcohol within 24 Hours
The surge in alcohol poisoning cases has prompted immediate action from local authorities. The Istanbul governor’s office has introduced strict measures to curb the sale of counterfeit alcohol and ensure public safety
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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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Tech meets Taste: Bela the Robot Waiter Wows Diners in Plovdiv’s Pizzeria Speciale
Named after its debutante pizzeria, Bela is not your ordinary waiter. This tech marvel effortlessly navigates the restaurant, working a full eight-hour shift daily to ensure customers receive their orders with precision and efficiency
Rising temperature in Bulgaria become cause of worry for people
The temperature in Bulgaria is rising, and the scorching heat is unbearable. The authorities have issued the code orange warning in 22 districts as July 23 is forecasted to see a temperature rise. Saturday is expected to witness an even worse temperature.
BA.5 Omicron variant cases reported by healthcare facilities of Bulgaria
All of the samples were taken from 16 districts of Bulgaria between the time frame of May 5 to June 3. According to the data shared by NCIPD, the BA.2 subvariant is the dominant one in the nation and has been reported in sixty-seven (67) cases.