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Bulgaria Issues Key Permits Advancing Long-Awaited Hemus Highway Project Completion
Construction permits for nearly thirty six kilometers of Bulgaria’s Hemus Highway mark a critical milestone allowing early implementation reducing congestion risks and moving the decades long Sofia to Varna motorway closer to completion despite remaining funding and procedural challenges ahead
Grigor Dimitrov Makes Dominant Start to 2026 Brisbane Campaign International
Two-time Brisbane champion Grigor Dimitrov delivered a commanding opening-round victory to start his 2026 season, displaying sharp shot-making, composure under pressure, and momentum ahead of a challenging draw featuring emerging talents and notable early surprises on the Brisbane hard courts
Bulgaria’s Euro Adoption Begins Smoothly as Officials Reassure Public
The early days of Bulgaria’s euro adoption have passed calmly, with stable prices and smooth retail operations. Officials urge patience during the transition and encourage electronic payments
Vegetable Price Spikes Push Bulgaria’s Food Index Higher Despite Broad Declines
Bulgaria ended 2025 with mixed food price trends. While most staples, fruits, and animal products became cheaper, soaring vegetable prices lifted the overall wholesale food price index, highlighting seasonal and market pressures
Bulgarian Football Icon Dimitar Penev Dies Aged 80 after long illness
Dimitar Penev’s death at 80 marks the passing of Bulgarian football’s golden era figure, celebrated for World Cup heroics, domestic triumphs, and decades of influence as a leader who elevated the national game with enduring pride, unity, belief, excellence, legacy
Bulgaria Joins EU Secure Satellite Network to Boost Space Safety
Bulgaria has officially joined the EU’s secure satellite system, gaining access to space surveillance services that track debris and satellites, support safe decommissioning, and strengthen national security by integrating Bulgarian monitoring infrastructure into a continent-wide early warning network for Europe
Bulgaria Welcomes 2026 With First Babies Born Across Major Cities
Bulgaria began 2026 with joyful scenes in maternity wards nationwide. The first baby was born in Sofia just after midnight, followed by dozens of early arrivals across major cities, highlighting the symbolic start of the new year
Alexander Nikolov Named World’s Second-Best Volleyball Player for 2025
Alexander Nikolov has been ranked the world’s second-best volleyball player for 2025 after leading Bulgaria to a historic World Championship silver and enjoying a trophy-winning season with Cucine Lube Civitanova
Cash-Only Taxis and Euro Switch Raise New Year’s Eve Concerns
Taxi rides on New Year’s Eve in Bulgaria come with new rules and risks. Cash-only payments, euro conversion issues, and outdated meters may cause confusion, prompting authorities to urge vigilance and careful receipt checks
Burgas Launches Leadership Search as St. Anastasia Children’s Hospital Nears Opening
The Municipality of Burgas has launched a competition to appoint the first manager of the St. Anastasia Children’s Hospital, as the long-awaited pediatric facility moves into its decisive staffing and operational phase
Plovdiv Offers Free Public Transport for New Year Celebrations
Residents and visitors in Plovdiv will welcome the New Year with free public transport, cheaper tickets in 2026, and expanded cultural funding, as city leaders aim to reduce congestion and create a festive, accessible urban atmosphere
Mother and Toddler Killed as Train Hits Horse-Cart Near Sliven
Two lives were lost after a Sofia–Burgas train collided with a horse-cart near Sliven on Tuesday morning. A mother and her toddler died at the scene, raising renewed concerns over safety at rural railway crossings
Bulgaria Clarifies Tax, Payments Rules Ahead of Euro Changeover
As Bulgaria prepares to adopt the euro in 2026, officials have issued detailed guidance on how payments, tax declarations, and corrective filings will be handled, clarifying currency rules during dual circulation and beyond
Burgas Children’s Hospital Nears Completion, Marking Milestone for Southeast Bulgaria
Burgas is weeks away from opening a landmark children’s hospital, featuring 142 beds and pediatric emergency care, after years of investment and cooperation, pending final certifications, licenses, and a National Health Insurance Fund contract to serve Southeast Bulgaria’s families soon
Bulgaria Ranks Among Europe’s Heaviest Alcohol-Consuming Nations, WHO Data Shows
Bulgaria continues to rank among the world’s highest alcohol-consuming countries. WHO data reveal heavy drinking patterns, serious health consequences, widespread youth access, and low excise duties that may be sustaining risky consumption levels nationwide
Bulgaria Issues Key Permits Advancing Long-Awaited Hemus Highway Project Completion
Construction permits for nearly thirty six kilometers of Bulgaria’s Hemus Highway mark a critical milestone allowing early implementation reducing congestion risks and moving the decades long Sofia to Varna motorway closer to completion despite remaining funding and procedural challenges ahead
Grigor Dimitrov Makes Dominant Start to 2026 Brisbane Campaign International
Two-time Brisbane champion Grigor Dimitrov delivered a commanding opening-round victory to start his 2026 season, displaying sharp shot-making, composure under pressure, and momentum ahead of a challenging draw featuring emerging talents and notable early surprises on the Brisbane hard courts
Bulgaria’s Euro Adoption Begins Smoothly as Officials Reassure Public
The early days of Bulgaria’s euro adoption have passed calmly, with stable prices and smooth retail operations. Officials urge patience during the transition and encourage electronic payments
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Bulgaria Issues Key Permits Advancing Long-Awaited Hemus Highway Project Completion
Construction permits for nearly thirty six kilometers of Bulgaria’s Hemus Highway mark a critical milestone allowing early implementation reducing congestion risks and moving the decades long Sofia to Varna motorway closer to completion despite remaining funding and procedural challenges ahead
Grigor Dimitrov Makes Dominant Start to 2026 Brisbane Campaign International
Two-time Brisbane champion Grigor Dimitrov delivered a commanding opening-round victory to start his 2026 season, displaying sharp shot-making, composure under pressure, and momentum ahead of a challenging draw featuring emerging talents and notable early surprises on the Brisbane hard courts
Bulgaria’s Euro Adoption Begins Smoothly as Officials Reassure Public
The early days of Bulgaria’s euro adoption have passed calmly, with stable prices and smooth retail operations. Officials urge patience during the transition and encourage electronic payments
Vegetable Price Spikes Push Bulgaria’s Food Index Higher Despite Broad Declines
Bulgaria ended 2025 with mixed food price trends. While most staples, fruits, and animal products became cheaper, soaring vegetable prices lifted the overall wholesale food price index, highlighting seasonal and market pressures
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Bulgaria Issues Key Permits Advancing Long-Awaited Hemus Highway Project Completion
Construction permits for nearly thirty six kilometers of Bulgaria’s Hemus Highway mark a critical milestone allowing early implementation reducing congestion risks and moving the decades long Sofia to Varna motorway closer to completion despite remaining funding and procedural challenges ahead
Grigor Dimitrov Makes Dominant Start to 2026 Brisbane Campaign International
Two-time Brisbane champion Grigor Dimitrov delivered a commanding opening-round victory to start his 2026 season, displaying sharp shot-making, composure under pressure, and momentum ahead of a challenging draw featuring emerging talents and notable early surprises on the Brisbane hard courts
Bulgaria’s Euro Adoption Begins Smoothly as Officials Reassure Public
The early days of Bulgaria’s euro adoption have passed calmly, with stable prices and smooth retail operations. Officials urge patience during the transition and encourage electronic payments
Vegetable Price Spikes Push Bulgaria’s Food Index Higher Despite Broad Declines
Bulgaria ended 2025 with mixed food price trends. While most staples, fruits, and animal products became cheaper, soaring vegetable prices lifted the overall wholesale food price index, highlighting seasonal and market pressures
Bulgarian Football Icon Dimitar Penev Dies Aged 80 after long illness
Dimitar Penev’s death at 80 marks the passing of Bulgarian football’s golden era figure, celebrated for World Cup heroics, domestic triumphs, and decades of influence as a leader who elevated the national game with enduring pride, unity, belief, excellence, legacy
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Bulgaria Issues Key Permits Advancing Long-Awaited Hemus Highway Project Completion
Construction permits for nearly thirty six kilometers of Bulgaria’s Hemus Highway mark a critical milestone allowing early implementation reducing congestion risks and moving the decades long Sofia to Varna motorway closer to completion despite remaining funding and procedural challenges ahead
Grigor Dimitrov Makes Dominant Start to 2026 Brisbane Campaign International
Two-time Brisbane champion Grigor Dimitrov delivered a commanding opening-round victory to start his 2026 season, displaying sharp shot-making, composure under pressure, and momentum ahead of a challenging draw featuring emerging talents and notable early surprises on the Brisbane hard courts
Bulgaria’s Euro Adoption Begins Smoothly as Officials Reassure Public
The early days of Bulgaria’s euro adoption have passed calmly, with stable prices and smooth retail operations. Officials urge patience during the transition and encourage electronic payments


