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Foreign Minister Mariya Gabriel opens Music conference “SoAlive”
Sofia, Bulgaria: Mariya Gabriel, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, opened the large-scale international music conference "SoAlive". She is also the sponsor of this programme. The event takes place on October 19, 20 and 21 in Sofia
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Bulgaria: Culture Minister Krastu Krastev to open International UNESCO meeting in Plovdiv
The 11th International Meeting of the UNESCO Category 2 Centers working for the preservation of the living heritage of humanity will take place on September 5 and 6 in Plovdiv
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Shooting at Bulgarian cultural centre in Ohrid, North Macedonia
''The shooting at a Bulgarian Cultural Center in Ohrid is an unacceptable act of aggression planted for decades in our neighbour against Bulgaria and the Bulgarian citizens'', said President Rumen Radev
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Bulgaria honours writers and educators nationwide on Enlighteners day
Today, Bulgaria is celebrating the day of enlighteners. On November 1, the nation pays tribute to the efforts of writers and educators who preserved the nation's spiritual values. The Ivan Vazov National Library in Plovdiv will receive books about the activities of the National Assembly donated by the speaker Vezhdi Rashidov
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Three Intoxicated Drivers Detained in Burgas Amid Heightened Police Checks
The man refused to provide a blood sample for further chemical analysis. He was taken into custody for up to 24 hours, and the vehicle, which lacked registration plates, was seized according to legal procedures. Authorities have launched a fast-tracked investigation into the case
Sofia Leads Bulgaria’s Housing Boom with Surge in Large Residential Developments
Data released by the National Statistical Institute (NSI) reveals that a record 903 new homes with five or more rooms were completed in the capital in 2024 — a significant 60% jump from the previous year
Seaside Restaurant Prices Surge in Bulgaria as VAT Hike Hits Tourists’ Wallets
Premium seafood options, like fried turbot, are priced as high as 40 leva per portion. Pork-based meals have seen similar hikes—a pork knuckle with potatoes and carrots costs nearly 40 leva, and a trio of pork meatballs or kebabs with a side is about 10–12 leva
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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