ARCHIVE - 13 July 2017

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Business

Germany and France plan united tax system
National Statistical Institute: Monthly Inflation of Minus 0.5% in June 2017
Important Talks on Energy Matters were Held in Sofia
DW: Bulgaria Expects a Busy Summer

Politics

Political Crisis Slowed Down Economic Growth in Albania
Donald Trump is on an Official Visit to France
MPs Approved at 2nd Reading Amendments For Policemen to Get Compensation for Unprovided Uniforms
'Swift Response 17' multi-national airborne training commences
It is Expected Italy to Confirm its Position About Accepting Bulgaria in Schengen
Bulgarian Leaders to Take Place in a Trilateral Summit in Thessaloniki
Confederation of Independent Trade Unions of Bulgaria Wants Min Wage to Amount BGN 700
Up to 12 Years in Prison for a Mayor Accused of Trafficking Women
A New Attempt at Intimidating Forest Workers
The Prosecutor's Office Accused Veselin Mareshki of Extortion
Drunk Man Attacked Midwife Again
Protests against skyscrapers in Sofia
Dinko the 'Migrant Hunter' is Held in Custody for a Beating
"Yes, Bulgaria" Wants Unification, Holds Talks with DSB
The Court Holds Session About the Collapsed Building on Alabin Street
Suitcase Left on the Street was Detonated in Sofia
Council of Ministers Adopted the 1st Draft of a National Programme for the Bulgarian EU Presidency
Traffic to the Southern Bulgarian Resorts to Pass Outside Burgas

Society

Malta Allows Same-Sex Couples to Marry
Electric Cars to Account For all New Vehicle Sales in Europe by 2035
Huge Fire Near Blagoevgrad Damaged Many Vineyards and Gardens
'Dolphin' Beach Near Ahtopol is no Longer Nudist
NIMH: Weather Will be Sunny, Short Rains in Many Places in the Afternoon
Number of Reports of Animal Cruelty in Bulgaria is Increasing
5 Storks Were Rescued in Veliko Turnovo District
Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski " with 10% More Students This Year
George R.R. Martin to Produce New Fantasy Series
180° Laboratory For Innovative Art is Comming in Sofia Between 22-28 Jyly 2017
Quentin Tarantino Wants Brad Pitt and Jennifer Lawrence For New Movie
Czech Tourist Died in Sunny Beach

Sports

Muguruza is the first Wimbledon finalist
Dinamo Zagreb fired Ivaylo Petev
Federer dreams for record Wimbledon title
Wimbledon will have another king after Murray loss
Ludogorets failed their first Champions League test
Clashes Between Bulgarian and Croatian Football Fans

Crime

9 Years in Prison for Brother and Sister who Killed a Newborn

World

50 086 refugee candidates for a year in the USA
Company for Luxury Smartphones Bankrupted
8 injured people at 'San Fermin' festival
ISIS crumbles into city states
Successful Test for the System of Transportation 'Hyperloop'
The US Accused Ukraine in Organised Activities Against Trump
Donald Trump arrived in Paris for France National Day
Severe punishment because of the Sharia
9 Years in Prison for the Previous President of Brazil
Scientists Store Information in Live Organism for the First Time
The European Commission Proceeds with Penalty Procedures Towards Hungary
London Forbids European Norms by Law

Business

Germany and France plan united tax system

They will create a fund for financing digital investitions

Business » Finance | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 17:02

National Statistical Institute: Monthly Inflation of Minus 0.5% in June 2017

The consumer price index in June 2017 compared to May 2017 was 99.

Business » Finance | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 13:15

Important Talks on Energy Matters were Held in Sofia

Mary Warlick, acting as Special Envoy and US State Department Coordinator for International Energy Issues discussed in Sofia with Vice-premiers Tomislav Donchev and Ekaterina Zaharieva Bulgaria’s efforts for the building of infrastructure connecting this

Business » Industry | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 16:09

DW: Bulgaria Expects a Busy Summer

n the resort of Slanchev Bryag, known internationally as Sunny Beach, tourism is booming.

Business » Tourism | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 16:13

Politics

Political Crisis Slowed Down Economic Growth in Albania

In Albania, the political crisis slowed down economic growth.

Politics | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 07:32

Donald Trump is on an Official Visit to France

US President Donald Trump arrived in Paris.

Politics » Diplomacy | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 07:04

MPs Approved at 2nd Reading Amendments For Policemen to Get Compensation for Unprovided Uniforms

 The MPs approved at second reading amendments to the Interior Ministry law, whereby the policemen will get paid for uniforms they did not receive, reported BGNES.

Politics » Defense | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 12:41

'Swift Response 17' multi-national airborne training commences

The USA led 'Swift Response 17' airborne exercise will take place and hosts will be the countries of Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania.

Politics » Defense | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 10:41

It is Expected Italy to Confirm its Position About Accepting Bulgaria in Schengen

Italy is expected today to confirm its position on the accession of Bulgaria to Schengen in front of President Rumen Radev, NOVA reports.

Politics » Bulgaria in EU | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 13:48

Bulgarian Leaders to Take Place in a Trilateral Summit in Thessaloniki

The issue of security and stability in the Western Balkans will be the focal point of a trilateral summit of Greek, Serbian and Bulgarian leaders at the Thessaloniki Concert Hall on Thursday, Ekathimerini writes.

Politics » Bulgaria in EU | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 11:55

Confederation of Independent Trade Unions of Bulgaria Wants Min Wage to Amount BGN 700

During the last 17 years, 906 thousand Bulgarians in active age have left the country permanently; The situation is catastrophic, said the President of  the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions of Bulgaria (CITUB) Plamen Dimitrov, according to bTV.

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 19:43

Up to 12 Years in Prison for a Mayor Accused of Trafficking Women

The European arrest warrant for the mayor of Sechinovo village, Plamen Temelkov, and six others considered to be his accomplices in a gang for trafficking in living flesh will be executed, the District Court in Pazardzhik said.

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 13:57

A New Attempt at Intimidating Forest Workers

An attempt to intimidate forest workers has been reported this night, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and the Year announced.

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 13:38

The Prosecutor's Office Accused Veselin Mareshki of Extortion

The Specialised Anticorruption Unit of Sofia City’s Prosecutor’s Office has pressed charges against MP Veselin Mareshki over extortion, the Prosecutor’s Office said, quoted by bTV.

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 13:26

Drunk Man Attacked Midwife Again

A midwife from Stara Zagora has been attacked by a drunk man who wanted to see his newborn baby immediately, bTV said.

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 12:19

Protests against skyscrapers in Sofia

People will protest for a second time tonight

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 11:49

Dinko the 'Migrant Hunter' is Held in Custody for a Beating

The businessman from Yambol Dinko Vulev who became popular as the “migrant hunter” is held for 24 hours for beating an employee, reported BTV on Thursday.

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 11:41

"Yes, Bulgaria" Wants Unification, Holds Talks with DSB

'Yes, Bulgaria' has called for an interaction with other democratic parties, Hristo Ivanov announced in Varna and more specifically with the DSB leaders, Darik reported.

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 11:19

The Court Holds Session About the Collapsed Building on Alabin Street

Sofia City Court will question Georgi Kirchev, Petar Petrov, Nikolay Simeonov, Mancho Ivanov about the incident with the fallen building on Alabin Street, where two girls died.

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 10:55

Suitcase Left on the Street was Detonated in Sofia

People in downtown Sofia were unpleasantly surprised by the blast this morning.

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 09:56

Council of Ministers Adopted the 1st Draft of a National Programme for the Bulgarian EU Presidency

The Council of Ministers adopted on 12 July the first draft of a national programme for the Bulgarian EU Presidency, reported BNT.

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 07:30

Traffic to the Southern Bulgarian Resorts to Pass Outside Burgas

During the summer, there will be a new facilitаtion for all drivers traveling to the South Black Sea coast.

Politics » Domestic | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 07:25

Society

Malta Allows Same-Sex Couples to Marry

Malta's parliament voted on Wednesday to allow same-sex couples to marry, three years after passing a law permitting civil partnerships in the overwhelmingly Catholic country, reported the Telegraph.

Society | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 13:21

Electric Cars to Account For all New Vehicle Sales in Europe by 2035

All new cars sold in Europe will be electric within less than two decades, driven by government support, falling battery costs and economies of scale, a Dutch bank has predicted.

Society » Environment | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 20:00

Huge Fire Near Blagoevgrad Damaged Many Vineyards and Gardens

Due to wind and the high temperatures the fire near Blagoevgrad grew and spead quickly damaging many vineyards and gardens, reported BNT.

Society » Environment | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 12:46

'Dolphin' Beach Near Ahtopol is no Longer Nudist

For the first summer, the "Dolphin" beach near Ahtopol is no longer nudist, because there is a new tenant.

Society » Environment | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 11:43

NIMH: Weather Will be Sunny, Short Rains in Many Places in the Afternoon

The weather will be mostly sunny before noon today.

Society » Environment | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 11:41

Number of Reports of Animal Cruelty in Bulgaria is Increasing

The number of reports of animal cruelty in Bulgaria is increasing, reported bTV.

Society » Environment | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 07:28

5 Storks Were Rescued in Veliko Turnovo District

Residents of the villages of Slomer, Maslarovo and Klimentovo in Veliko Turnovo region have reported in the regional eco-inspection that they have found wounded storks, reported BNT.

Society » Environment | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 07:24

Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski " with 10% More Students This Year

The first ranking ended yesterday and we can say that the interest in Sofia University "St.

Society » Education | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 07:19

George R.R. Martin to Produce New Fantasy Series

The novelist and screenwriter George R.

Society » Culture | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 15:29

180° Laboratory For Innovative Art is Comming in Sofia Between 22-28 Jyly 2017

180° is the alternative for young artists who would like to escape established rules of their art and further develop their innovative ideas.

Society » Culture | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 12:54

Quentin Tarantino Wants Brad Pitt and Jennifer Lawrence For New Movie

Tarantino is prepping his ninth feature, and if his earlier claim that he’ll retire after 10 films, this one will be his penultimate movie.

Society » Culture | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 10:09

Czech Tourist Died in Sunny Beach

A Czech tourist drowned on the beach in Sunny Beach on Wednesday evening, and 11-year-old child that was with her is missing, bTV reported.

Society » Incidents | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 12:02

Sports

Muguruza is the first Wimbledon finalist

She will fight for the title against Venus or Konta

Sports | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 16:52

Dinamo Zagreb fired Ivaylo Petev

Bulgarian coach will get a solid compensation

Sports | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 16:37

Federer dreams for record Wimbledon title

The Swiss is favourite for the title as Murray, Djokovic and Nadal are out

Sports | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 13:28

Wimbledon will have another king after Murray loss

Andy Murray stays number 1 as Djokovic retires

Sports | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 13:05

Ludogorets failed their first Champions League test

The Bulgarian side lost 1:2 to Zalgiris

Sports | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 12:42

Clashes Between Bulgarian and Croatian Football Fans

There were clashes between Bulgarian and Croatian fans in the city of Zadar in the evening before the first match of the second preliminary round in the Europa League tournament between the local Hajduk Split and the Bulgarian Levski Sofia.

Sports | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 10:15

Crime

9 Years in Prison for Brother and Sister who Killed a Newborn

The Kardzhali District Court imposed a nine-year prison sentence on the initial regime of 27-year-old Nagyye Musa and her 23-year-old brother, Ismail, for killing a baby.

Crime | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 13:09

World

50 086 refugee candidates for a year in the USA

The limit is 50 000

World | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 15:51

Company for Luxury Smartphones Bankrupted

The luxury smartphone maker Vertu, based in the UK, is in liquidation after its rescue plan failed, BBC reported on Thursday.

World | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 15:47

8 injured people at 'San Fermin' festival

There is no danger for their lives

World | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 15:30

ISIS crumbles into city states

Iraqi city has been announced for a country

World | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 15:16

Successful Test for the System of Transportation 'Hyperloop'

The American start-up company Hyperloop One, which develops the advanced hyper-pneumatic train concept "Hyperloop", has successfully completed the first full test of its propulsion system under technical vacuum conditions.

World | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 15:10

The US Accused Ukraine in Organised Activities Against Trump

An intriguing situation has occurred in Washington.

World | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 14:21

Donald Trump arrived in Paris for France National Day

Macron and the USA president will mark the 100th anniversary of the American entrance in World War I

World | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 14:19

Severe punishment because of the Sharia

Kissing and holding hands is forbidden in Indonesian city

World | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 13:46

9 Years in Prison for the Previous President of Brazil

Former Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was sentenced to nine and a half years in prison for corruption and money laundering, TASS reported, referring to Globo Television.

World | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 13:24

Scientists Store Information in Live Organism for the First Time

Scientists have already used plain old DNA to encode and store all 587,287 words of War and Peace, a list of all the plant material archived in the Svalbard Seed Vault, and an OK Go music video.

World | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 12:33

The European Commission Proceeds with Penalty Procedures Towards Hungary

The European Commission today launched the second step of a procedure against Hungary related to the local law on higher education, BNT reported.

World » EU | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 14:55

London Forbids European Norms by Law

Britain is taking a firmer course towards Breckit.

World » EU | July 13, 2017, Thursday // 12:58
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