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Bulgaria to Launch Concession Procedure for Plovdiv Airport, Says Deputy PM Karadjov
The move, aimed at reducing state involvement in the aviation sector, aligns with European practices of airport management and is expected to drive both civil and cargo aviation development
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Water Crisis in Krumovo Persists into New Year, Affecting 200 Households
The crisis began on December 29, when water supply unexpectedly failed, prompting a series of temporary fixes. However, these efforts have proven ineffective, and the situation has grown dire
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Plovdiv Ranked Third Among Europe’s Top Christmas Destinations for 2024
Known as the "European capital of wine," Plovdiv has long been a beloved destination for both local and international visitors. Its inclusion in the top three underscores its growing appeal as a winter holiday destination
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Temporary Traffic Disruptions Expected Around Lokomotiv Stadium for Upcoming Football Match
"Plovdiv has announced temporary traffic changes around the 'Lokomotiv' stadium on November 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., to ensure a smooth flow of fans attending the match between PFC 'Lokomotiv' Plovdiv and PFC 'CSKA' Sofia"
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Passengers Push Train to Fix Malfunction on Plovdiv to Dimitrovgrad Route
According to Nikolova, the train had just departed from Plovdiv when the driver announced that they were stuck due to a problem with the pantograph—a critical component that connects the train to the overhead electrical lines
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Archaeologists Uncover Over 500 Coins and Gold Ingots in Plovdiv Excavation
The site, within the historically significant Philipopol-Trimontium-Plovdiv zone adjacent to the Eastern Gate of Philippopolis, has yielded over 500 coins spanning various historical periods, alongside gold ingots likely intended for jewelry production
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Plovdiv: Child Fatally Shoots Father, a Police Officer, at SPS Headquarters
The officers had returned to the rest area of the building, where their personal belongings are stored, when the unthinkable happened. The young son of one of the officers was present in the area
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Plovdiv’s Air Quality Plummets as Tsalapitsa Fire Contributes to Pollution Surge
Stoyanov, who is presently at the site of the Tsalapitsa fire, reported that mobile air quality stations have detected a concentration of 350 mg/m³ of fine dust particles (FDP). Data from stationary air quality monitoring stations across Plovdiv paint a grim picture of the city's pollution levels throughout the morning
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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‰
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