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Sofia Court Orders Psychiatric Evaluation for Woman Who Stabbed Three Passers-by
The decision aims to determine whether she suffers from paranoid schizophrenia and whether she can be held legally responsible for her actions. The suspect, identified as Nadezhda Kondeva, has a documented history of mental illness and was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in 2020
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Bulgaria to Receive Two New Medical Helicopters by March, First Arrival Expected in February
The procurement of these helicopters is part of Bulgaria’s ongoing efforts to enhance its air medical response capabilities, particularly in remote and hard-to-reach regions. The move comes at a critical time, as the country has been working to modernize its emergency medical aviation services
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Bulgaria’s Summer Tourism Prices to Rise by 30% Amid Industry Talks
This forecast emerged from discussions between tourism industry representatives and Minister of Tourism Miroslav Borshosh in Burgas, where key issues such as pricing trends, early bookings, and the long-overdue creation of a Tourist Guarantee Fund were addressed
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Greek Farmers Fear Water Shortages as Bulgaria Hesitates on Renewal of Arda River Agreement
The deal, which allowed Bulgaria to release water from its reservoirs into the Arda River to irrigate Greek farmlands, expired in July last year. For nearly 60 years, the agreement provided Greek farmers with 186 million cubic meters of water annually, supporting around 20,000 hectares of agricultural land
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Bulgarian Parliament Rejects Proposal to Investigate Soros Foundations
The motion, which aimed to scrutinize their financial involvement with Bulgarian individuals, legal entities, NGOs, and connections to political parties, magistrates, educational institutions, media, business structures, and state authorities, was met with significant division among lawmakers
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Sofia Prosecutors Seek Psychiatric Evaluation for Ukrainian Woman Accused of Killing Her Children
Authorities have confirmed that Plachkova admitted to the killings and provided a detailed account of how she inflicted the fatal injuries. The grim case has shocked the local community, and the prosecution is now seeking a psychiatric assessment to determine her mental state at the time of the crime
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Cold Snap Hits Bulgaria: Light Snow and Strong Winds Expected on February 5
The cold conditions will persist throughout the day, though temperatures are forecast to rise slightly, with maximums ranging between 3°C and 8°C. In the capital, daytime highs will hover around 4°C
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Bulgarians Stranded in Santorini as Earthquakes Force Mass Evacuations
Some tremors have exceeded magnitudes of 4, with stronger ones reaching up to 5 on the Richter scale. Authorities have issued safety advisories, urging people to stay outdoors and avoid small ports as seismic activity continues at an alarming pace
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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