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Rents in Sofia, Varna, and Burgas Rise Yet Remain Among Europe’s Cheapest
Burgas, another seaside city in Bulgaria, stands out for its even lower rental rates. With average rents at €6.9 per square meter, Burgas ranks second in affordability across the continent, surpassed only by Patras, Greece, where rents average €6.3 per square meter
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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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Black Sea Highway Project Moves Forward with Anticipated Environmental Clearance in 2025
Construction is expected to begin in late 2026 or early 2027, with the agency planning to announce a tender for the design of a four-lane road connecting Burgas to Malko Tarnovo. Additionally, plans are underway to explore the doubling of the road from Varna to Dobrich
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Road to Sinemorets and Rezovo Reopens Amid Flood Warnings
Earlier in the day, the swollen river had rendered the road impassable, leading authorities to block the section as a precautionary measure. Following a decrease in water levels, the municipality announced that vehicles could now traverse the route, though with an urgent advisory for drivers to exercise extreme caution
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New BDZ Train Schedule Introduced to Enhance Rail Connectivity Across Bulgaria
The new BDZ timetable affects key routes like Sofia-Burgas, Ruse-Burgas, Plovdiv-Varna, and Vidin-Sofia. A fleet of 503 trains, including 79 fast, 122 passenger, and 302 suburban trains, will now ensure improved connectivity across Bulgaria
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Bulgarian Government Allocates BGN 5.5 Million for New Pediatric Hospital in Burgas
The Bulgarian government has allocated BGN 5.5 million from the 2024 central budget to construct the "St. Anastasia" pediatric hospital in Burgas, a top-priority national project aimed at enhancing specialized healthcare for children in Southeastern Bulgaria
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Wholesale Food Prices in Bulgaria See Mixed Trends: Vegetables Surge as Fruits Decline
The market price index (MPI), which tracks wholesale price fluctuations, rose by 0.74% to reach 2.183 points, up from 2.167 points the previous week. This uptick reflects a notable rise in the prices of staple vegetables and other essential commodities
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Man Detained in Burgas Following Fight Involving Air Pistol
The clash involved two local men, aged 35 and 41, and escalated when the older man allegedly pulled out the air pistol and pointed it at his opponent. The 35-year-old promptly alerted the police, who quickly responded to the scene
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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