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New Year’s Eve: 591 Protected Songbirds Die from Firework Stress in Bulgaria
On New Year's Eve, 591 protected mountain finches died due to stress induced by fireworks. Environmentalists from "Green Balkans" reported the incident, revealing that out of 606 birds rescued, only 15 survived, with most succumbing to internal injuries
Bulgaria
Five Firework Models Recalled Over Safety Hazards in Europe
The recall involves several brands, with safety concerns ranging from improper ignition to excessive burning debris. These issues were identified in Denmark, which reported the non-compliant fireworks under the European Union’s Safety Gate system
Bulgaria
Sofia Municipality Opts for Light Show to Ring in 2025, Reinforces Fireworks Ban
The initiative, designed to protect children, pets, and individuals with disabilities from the distress caused by loud explosions, will be showcased during the New Year's concert at Knyaz Alexander I Square
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4.6-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Vrancea Region in Romania, No Damage Reported
The quake occurred at 9:34 p.m. local time, the General Inspectorate for Emergency Management (IGSU) confirmed, and was registered at a depth of 140 kilometers. Its epicenter was located approximately 49 kilometers west of the city of Focșani, the administrative center of Vrancea County in eastern Romania
Underwater Park ‘St. Anastasia’ Takes Shape in Burgas Bay with First Sunken Exhibits
Named the Underwater Park "St. Anastasia", the initiative is the first of its kind in the region and aims to boost marine biodiversity while attracting diving tourism to the Southern Black Sea Coast
Bulgarian Novel Broke Taboos on Katyn Massacre in 1973
At the time of the novel’s publication, such assertions directly contradicted the official Bulgarian and Soviet stance, which maintained that the Nazis had committed the crime after occupying Smolensk in 1941
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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