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EU Weighs Protections for Bulgarian Poultry Amid Ukrainian Egg Surge
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
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Russian Missile Strike Hits Cargo Ship En Route to Bulgaria: Two Crew Members Injured
The Golden Lion is part of a logistics operation supplying pipes from Ukraine to Bulgaria under a U.S. contract. The pipes, shipped to the Port of Varna, are then reloaded for further transportation to the United States
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Burgas: Customs Officers Seize 280,000 Contraband Cigarettes at Lesovo Border Point
The driver presented documents claiming that he was transporting plastic products — boxes and lids — in transit from Turkey to Germany. He further declared that there was nothing else aboard the vehicle
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Dominica extends Douglas-Charles Airport runway, aims to boost wider tourism connectivity
The island nation has taken a step ahead to tackle tourism growth, through extending the runway at the Douglas-Charles Airport.
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Bulgarian President Radev to Conduct F-16 Demonstration Flight at Graf Ignatievo Air Base
The open flying day, set to commence at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow, will not only showcase the capabilities of modern fighter jets but also commemorate significant milestones in Bulgaria’s aviation history
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Six Bulgarians Rescued from Sinking Vessel Near Lefkada, Captain Arrested
The Greek Coast Guard acted swiftly, dispatching two boats and a diver to the scene as soon as the emergency was reported. The Bulgarians were successfully evacuated from the vessel, and all six individuals were found to be in good health
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Bulgaria Seeks EU Agricultural Aid Amid Severe Drought and Fires
According to the Ministry of Agriculture's press release, the drought has severely impacted multiple sectors of the country's agricultural landscape, including the destruction of livestock, bee colonies, and essential equipment such as hives and agricultural machinery
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PM Skerrit extends best wishes to students ahead of 2024/25 Academic year
PM Skerrit extends his warm wishes to students with the commencement of the new 2024/2025 academic session.
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More Young Doctors Choosing to Stay in Bulgaria as Medical Graduates Seek Careers at Home
This month, more than 160 graduates from the Faculty of Medicine at the Medical University of Sofia are set to begin their professional journeys within Bulgaria’s healthcare system, a trend seen as a positive shift in the nation’s medical workforce
Ransomhouse Hackers Claim Supreme Administrative Court Data Breach
At an extraordinary hearing before the Supreme Judicial Council, acting Chairman of the Supreme Administrative Court Georgi Cholakov confirmed that the court’s system had been infected with the advanced ransomware strain White Rabbit
Sofia Municipality, Food Bank Assist Homeless with Food During Winter
The campaign, which will continue until March 2025, extends beyond the city’s three shelters, ensuring that individuals who decline assistance or are unable to access shelters also receive much-needed aid
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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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Bulgaria: Visitors can enjoy LUNAR Festival 2023 from 20 iconic places in Sofia
Sofia, Bulgaria: Yordanka Fandakova, mayor of Sofia, shared a glimpse of Lunar Festival 2023 on her official Facebook account and informed the Sofian residents that After 9 pm tonight and tomorrow, everyone can enjoy the LUNAR Festival of Lights 2023 at over 20 iconic places in Sofia. Artists from all over the world tell stories with light