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Bulgaria introduces Sports Development Program for disable athletes
Sofia, Bulgaria: For the first time, the Ministry of Youth and Sports introduces the Sports Development Program for Persons with Disabilities for 2024 funding to prepare and provide awards for the medalists of the XXIV Summer Games
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Dimitar Iliev announces more funds for officials foreseeing MMS financial aid programmes 2024
Sports Minister Dimitar Iliev, and his deputy professor, Daniela Dasheva, presented a wider scope of funding and higher rewards for coaches and officials such as doctors or chiropractors who foresee MMS financial aid programs for 2024
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Dimitar Iliev discusses football development plans with Real Madrid legend Emilio Butrageno
Sofia, Bulgaria: Minister of Youth and Sports Dimitar Iliev held a meeting with Real Madrid legend Emilio Butrageno and a delegation from the Real Madrid Foundation. Iliev and Butrageno discussed the activities of the Foundation in Bulgaria and future plans for its development in the country
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Karlovo: Children participate in European Sports Week ‘BeActive’
Karlovo, Bulgaria: Hundreds of children in Karlovo took part in the European Week of Sport 'BeActive', reported the Bulgarian Ministry of Youth and Sports through its social media account
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Sports Minister Dimitar Iliev focus on hosting two European youth championships in 2024
Sofia, Bulgaria: Dimitar Iliev, Minister of Youth and Sports, informed through his social media account that yesterday he conducted a meeting with the President of the European Volleyball Confederation (CEV), Alexander Boricic and the Chairman of the Bulgarian Volleyball Federation, Lubomir Ganev
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Bulgarian Swimmers Desislava Angelova and Peter Mitsin for Paris Olympics 2024
Sofia, Bulgaria: Bulgarian swimmer Desislava Angelova secured fifth place at the World Championship and the first Olympic quota for Bulgaria in rowing. The Bulgarian competitor went the distance in today's skiff final in 7:24.08 minutes
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Bulgarian swimmer Tsanko Tsankov completed Santa Catalina Marathon challange
Minister of Youth and Sports Dimitar Iliev met with swimmer Tsanko Tsankov, who swam 37 kilometres from Santa Catalina Island to Los Angeles. Tsankov covered the distance in 10 hours, 33 minutes and 29 seconds
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Sofia: Sports Minister Dimitar Iliev participates in hike on 128th anniversary of tourism movement
Sofia, Bulgaria: Minister of Youth and Sports Dimitar Iliev took part in a hike to Cherni Vrah from Aleko cabin on the occasion of the 128th anniversary of the organized tourism movement in Bulgaria
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Grigor Dimitrov Advances at Indian Wells with Convincing Win Over Nuno Borges
Dimitrov, who has been easing back into competition this year, quickly asserted control in the opening set. A break of serve for a 3-1 lead set the tone for the Bulgarian, who played with confidence and variety
Bulgaria Braces for Unseasonably Warm Week Before Cold Front Hits
A light to moderate south-southwest wind is expected to raise maximum temperatures to between 20°C and 25°C. Coastal areas will experience slightly cooler conditions, with highs between 12°C and 17°C, while Sofia is set to reach around 22°C
Horse Easter: Bulgaria Celebrates Todorovden with Equestrian Traditions and Ancient Rituals
The unmistakable highlight of Todorovden is the “kushiya”, an exhilarating horse race that dates back centuries. At dawn, men gather to groom their horses, meticulously braiding their manes and tails and adorning them with beads, tassels, and fresh flowers
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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