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Bulgarian Rhythmic Gymnast Boryana Kaleyn Announces Retirement After Olympic Success
The 23-year-old shared the news through a heartfelt post on social media, expressing gratitude for the unwavering support she received throughout her career and reflecting on the pride of representing Bulgaria on the global stage
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Magomed Ramazanov Secures Bulgaria’s Third Olympic Gold in Paris with Historic Wrestling Triumph
Ramazanov, originally from Dagestan, Russia, etched his name in history by joining an elite group of Bulgarian wrestlers. Wrestling remains Bulgaria's most successful Olympic sport, with a tally of 73 medals, including 18 golds, 32 silvers, and 23 bronzes
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Bulgaria’s First Olympic Gold in 24 Years, Semen Novikov Triumphs in Wrestling
The bout commenced with both wrestlers displaying high energy and strategic movements. Novikov, determined and focused, earned his first point just 4:50 into the match by bringing Mohmadipiani to the ground
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Tihomir Ivanov Advances to Men’s High Jump Final at Paris 2024 Olympics
Ivanov, who hails from Pleven, demonstrated consistent form throughout the qualification round. He comfortably surpassed the initial height of 2.15 meters and, after a foul on his first attempt at 2.20 meters, cleared it on his second try
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Bulgarian Boxer Svetlana Staneva Criticizes Eligibility Rules After Controversial Olympic Loss
While expressing satisfaction with her performance, Staneva voiced confusion and frustration over the circumstances that led to her loss against Taiwan’s Lin Yu-ting, who has been ruled ineligible for the women’s tournament by the International Boxing Association (IBA)
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I Have XX Chromosomes, I’m a Woman!” – Bulgarian Boxer Staneva’s Defiant Stand After Olympics Quarterfinal Defeat
Lin's use of unsportsmanlike tactics, including elbows and headbutts, went largely unpunished by the Canadian referee, who only issued a few remarks. The ringside judges gave Lin a slight edge in the opening round
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Bulgaria’s Svetlana Staneva to Face Controversial Boxer Lin Yu-Ting in Paris
Staneva's upcoming bout will see her face Lin Yu-Ting, who gained notoriety last year after failing a gender test. Despite the controversy, the International Olympic Committee allowed Lin to compete in Paris 2024
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Bulgaria’s Desislava Angelova Secures Finalist Spot in Olympic Skiff Event
Angelova's debut on the Olympic stage has been nothing short of impressive. From the outset, she demonstrated remarkable determination and skill, gaining ground in the middle of the race and maintaining her third-place standing until the end
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Snowstorm and Winds Trigger Power Outages, Road Chaos in Northeastern Bulgaria
Authorities have been working quickly to clear debris and mitigate further disruptions. In nearby Razgrad, the situation is more complicated due to fallen trees that have damaged the electricity distribution system and caused traffic delays
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Bulgaria Marks New Chapter in Military Modernization with Arrival of F-16 Fighter Jets
The jets are set to replace Bulgaria’s aging fleet of MiG-29s, which have been in service since the late 1980s. Originally scheduled for delivery in 2023, the F-16s were delayed due to global pandemic-related disruptions
Outrage in Bobov Dol as Residents Protest Mass Poisoning of Dogs
The community was shocked when it was revealed that the perpetrator had laced minced meat with poison and scattered it near playgrounds — an area frequented by children. The malicious act not only devastated animal lovers but also stirred concerns over public safety
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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