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BDZ Launches Digital Devices to Streamline Ticket Sales on Major Routes
These state-of-the-art portable digital assistants (PDAs) aim to prevent ticket duplication and streamline the ticketing process, marking a crucial development in the company’s broader initiative to upgrade and enhance its operations
Bulgaria
Bulgarian State Railways Introduces Modern German Passenger Cars on Sofia-Burgas Route
Looking ahead, BDZ is preparing for a visit from a Deutsche Bahn team this fall. This visit will focus on providing comprehensive training for BDZ staff on the maintenance procedures for the new passenger cars
Bulgaria
Serious Accident in Sofia’s ‘Studentski Grad’ Involving Porsche Sparks Public Outcry
The accident has sparked a wave of public concern, with many individuals expressing their frustrations and fears online. Nadezhda Doycheva, another social media user, remarked, "It's fortunate that it wasn't as severe as the Semerdzhiev accident," referencing a previous, more catastrophic incident
Bulgaria
Sofia Tops List as Best European City for Retirement, New Study Reveals
The comprehensive analysis, which surveyed the 50 most populous cities in the European Union, evaluated various factors to determine the most suitable locations for retirees. The study considered elements such as the average cost of living, required savings for a comfortable retirement, and the overall quality of life
Bulgaria
Numbeo Ranks Sofia Ninth in Crime Among Eastern European Cities, Despite Progress
Sofia continues to grapple with significant crime issues. Numbeo’s data, which is based on user perceptions rather than official crime statistics, provides a unique insight into how residents and visitors view safety and crime in the city
Bulgaria
Sofia Grocery Store Found Selling Hemp-Infused Products Exceeding Legal Limits
Upon receiving a report, the Food Safety Directorate conducted a thorough inspection of the grocery store, uncovering items with ingredients that contained psychotropic effects above the permissible threshold of 0.2%
Bulgaria
Sofia Metro to Expand with Five New Stations by 2026
This expansion, announced recently, marks a major investment in the city's public transportation infrastructure, with an estimated cost of 1.9 million leva excluding VAT. The selected contractor will be tasked with completing the project within 18 months
Bulgaria
Night Train Derails Near Svoge, No Injuries Reported
According to Bulgarian State Railways (BDZ), the incident took place when part of the first carriage went off the rails while navigating an arrow section of the track. Despite the unsettling nature of the derailment, authorities have confirmed that there were no immediate risks to the passengers' safety
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Sofia Expands Ban on Wood and Coal Heating to Combat Air Pollution: 2029 Deadline Set for Entire Municipality
This year, the scope of these restrictions will broaden. From January 1, 2025, the use of solid fuels, including wood and coal, will be prohibited in nine of Sofia’s 24 districts
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Bulgarian Leaders Unite in Celebrating Unification Day, Urge National Cohesion
Acting Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev emphasized the enduring significance of unity among the Bulgarian people. Reflecting on the historic event, Glavchev remarked that the unification of Bulgaria demonstrated the impossibility of artificially dividing the nation
Vogue Names Sofia Europe’s Most Dynamic City: A Blend of Ancient Charm and Modern Innovation
The article portrays Sofia as a cultural melting pot, with downtown streets reflecting a blend of Roman ruins, Byzantine influences, Ottoman architecture, and contemporary European designs
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Dominica: New projects unveiled at the 2024/2025 budget session
Finance Minister Irving McIntyre revealed a big budget for several projects to be undertaken the coming fiscal year.
Dominica budget 2024/2025 scheduled today: $1.4 B expected allocation
The new budget for Dominica is expected to have a $1.4 Billion expenditure. The final budget address is set to take place today.