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Bulgarian State Railways to Restore Night Train Service on Sofia-Karlovo-Varna Route
The reinstated trains, numbered 3636 and 3637, will once again operate on the third main railway line, reconnecting Sofia, Karlovo, Sliven, and Varna. The move aims to provide accessible and reliable transportation for residents of Karlovo, Kazanlak, Sliven, and the surrounding regions
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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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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
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Cold Front to Bring Snow, Sharp Drop in Temperatures Across Bulgaria
Minimum temperatures overnight will dip to between -3°C and 2°C, with slightly warmer conditions along the Black Sea coast, where lows are forecasted at 3°C to 5°C. In Sofia, temperatures will plummet to approximately -2°C
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5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Dobrich as Tremors Emanate from the Black Sea
The epicenter of the earthquake was situated inland in the Black Sea, near the Turkish coast, approximately 150 kilometers from Bartın County. The quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, prompting immediate concern among residents in the affected regions
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Decline in Tourists on Bulgarian Black Sea Coast Amid Geopolitical Tensions
This trend was highlighted by Stanko Shterev, the regional representative of the Bulgarian Tourism Association, during an interview with BNR-Burgas. Shterev attributes the decline in part to the current geopolitical situation, which has deterred many potential visitors, especially Israeli tourists
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Surge in British Tourists Expected on Bulgaria’s Southern Black Sea Coast
Organized by the Ministry of Tourism and the German Sea Airport Concessionaire, the conference focused on rejuvenating interest in Bulgarian destinations, particularly among German-speaking countries, to reach pre-pandemic tourism levels
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Bulgaria Faces a Mix of Sun and Storms: Unstable Weather Ahead
These areas will see the development of cumulus and cumulus-rain clouds before noon, leading to scattered showers and thunderstorms by late afternoon and continuing into Thursday night
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Bulgaria’s Population Declines: Birth Rates Fall, Mortality Still High
A total of 53,727 children were registered in 2024, with 53,428 classified as live births—99.4% of all registered. However, live births saw a 6.6% decline compared to 2023, pushing the total fertility rate down to 8.3‰ from 8.9‰
Bulgaria Raises 4 Billion Leva in New State Debt via International Bond Issuance
While the Ministry of Finance has not yet confirmed the transaction, it is believed the funding was raised via the issuance of two bond tranches with maturities of nine and thirteen years respectively
Severe Flooding Devastates Villages in Vratsa and Montana Regions
In Hayredin, around 20 houses were completely submerged, and over 100 homes suffered water damage. Local infrastructure also sustained heavy destruction, with sections of asphalt roads washed away by the powerful currents
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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