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Dominica extends Douglas-Charles Airport runway, aims to boost wider tourism connectivity
The island nation has taken a step ahead to tackle tourism growth, through extending the runway at the Douglas-Charles Airport.
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PM Skerrit extends best wishes to students ahead of 2024/25 Academic year
PM Skerrit extends his warm wishes to students with the commencement of the new 2024/2025 academic session.
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Dominica: Melissa Skerrit distributes Back-To-School supplies under her foundation
Melissa Skerrit distributes school supplies to children considering the launch of the new academic term in the region.
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Minister Melissa Skerrit welcomes Thea Lafond at Dons & Diva Boutique
The Minister of Housing, Melissa Skerrit greets Olympic champion Thea Lafond Gadson at the Dons and Divas Boutique on Monday.
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Dominica: LIAT 2020 makes a grand welcome, resumes regular services
LIAT 2020 has made its inaugural flight to Dominica marking a significant achievement for the Caribbean aviation industry
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Thea Lafond visits PM Skerrit to discuss crucial measures for sports enhancement
Thea Lafond-Gadson visits the Prime Minister's office on Tuesday to discuss important measures needed to elevate the sports industry.
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Dominica: PM Skerrit shares latest developments in Goodwill Secondary School Project
Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit reveals the ongoing construction work at Goodwill Secondary School in Dominica.
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Grand Celebration planned for Olympic Champion, Thea Lafond: PM Skerrit
PM Skerrit announces a warm welcome to Thea Lafond and decides to honor her with a motorcade and a Celebration rally upon her arrival.
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Bulgaria’s Population Declines: Birth Rates Fall, Mortality Still High
A total of 53,727 children were registered in 2024, with 53,428 classified as live births—99.4% of all registered. However, live births saw a 6.6% decline compared to 2023, pushing the total fertility rate down to 8.3‰ from 8.9‰
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Bulgaria Raises 4 Billion Leva in New State Debt via International Bond Issuance
While the Ministry of Finance has not yet confirmed the transaction, it is believed the funding was raised via the issuance of two bond tranches with maturities of nine and thirteen years respectively
Severe Flooding Devastates Villages in Vratsa and Montana Regions
In Hayredin, around 20 houses were completely submerged, and over 100 homes suffered water damage. Local infrastructure also sustained heavy destruction, with sections of asphalt roads washed away by the powerful currents
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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