ARCHIVE - 10 May 2024

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Business

Eurozone Doubt: Nearly Half of Bulgarians Skeptical of Standard of Living Impact

A recent national survey conducted by the Market Links agency reveals that nearly half of Bulgarians, constituting 47% of respondents, hold reservations regarding the anticipated benefits of Bulgaria's adoption of the euro

Business » Finance | May 10, 2024, Friday // 10:11

Politics

Survey: GERB Set to Dominate Next Parliament with 80 Deputies, WCC-DB to Lose More Seats

The upcoming composition of the 50th National Assembly projects GERB to secure 80 seats, a slight increase from their current 69

Politics | May 10, 2024, Friday // 12:25

Bulgaria's Election Campaign for the 2 in 1 Vote Officially Begins

The official commencement of the election campaign for the combined parliamentary and MEP elections in Bulgaria began at midnigh

Politics | May 10, 2024, Friday // 09:12

Rescued Bulgarian Ship Docks in Varna for Restoration

The vessel known as the "Ruen," operated by the "Navigation Maritime Bulgare," has arrived in Varna for repairs, as announced by Captain Alexander Kalchev, who serves as the executive director of the shipping company

Politics » Defense | May 10, 2024, Friday // 13:16

Society

Eurostat Report: Bulgaria Among Few EU States Witnessing Coffee Price Hike in 2024

In March 2024, the annual increase in the consumer price of coffee in the EU decelerated to 1%, a notable slowdown compared to March 2023, when it surged by 13.5%

Society | May 10, 2024, Friday // 15:04

Bulgarian Pensions: Proposed Adjustment to 10% from Initially Planned 11%

The scheduled increase in pensions from July 1 might be adjusted to 10% instead of the initially projected 11%, in line with the State Social Security budget for the current year

Society | May 10, 2024, Friday // 14:09

Kindergarten Placement Woes: Thousands of Sofia Children Left Without Spots

After the initial assessment, it was revealed that 11,193 children secured placements in Sofia's municipal independent nurseries, kindergartens, and preparatory groups in municipal schools

Society | May 10, 2024, Friday // 13:31

Push for Extended Blue Zone Hours by Sofia's Deputy Mayor: After 8 PM?

The Deputy Mayor for Transport of Sofia, Iliyan Pavlov, advocates for an extension of the operating hours of the blue zone for paid parking

Society | May 10, 2024, Friday // 10:30

Weather Forecast for Bulgaria: Sunshine and Rising Temperatures Ahead

According to Professor Georgi Rachev, a Bulgarian climatologist speaking on bTV, Bulgaria can expect an abundance of sunshine with no rainfall until Sunday afternoon

Society » Environment | May 10, 2024, Friday // 10:00

Weather in Bulgaria: Rain and Clouds Across the Country

As Bulgarians gear up for the day ahead, weather forecasts paint a picture of mixed conditions across the country for May 10

Society » Environment | May 10, 2024, Friday // 08:30

New COVID-19 Variant Evades Vaccines

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning regarding a new mutation of the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, known as the FLiRT variants

Society » Health | May 10, 2024, Friday // 12:02

Crime

Immunity at Play: Bulgarian Deputy Candidate Evades Drug Test Amidst Police Pursuit

In a late-night incident along Rakovski Street in the capital, six patrol cars and a vehicle from the General Directorate of the Gendarmerie were involved in pursuing a candidate for deputy

Crime | May 10, 2024, Friday // 11:00

World

Crisis Unresolved: Gaza's Plight Deepens as Talks Falter

Israeli airstrikes targeted areas in Rafah on Thursday, as reported by Palestinian residents, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed US President Joe Biden's warning of withholding weapons from Israel if it attacks the southern Gaza city

World | May 10, 2024, Friday // 11:18

Biden's Commitment: Supporting Israel Against Hamas

The White House has issued a statement affirming President Joe Biden's commitment to maintaining cooperation with Israel until the complete eradication of the radical Palestinian group Hamas from the Gaza Strip

World | May 10, 2024, Friday // 10:07

China-Hungary Relations: A "Golden Voyage" Has Begun

Chinese leader Xi Jinping described the relationship between China and Hungary as embarking on a "golden voyage" following a meeting in Budapest with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán

World | May 10, 2024, Friday // 09:16

EU Nations Consider Recognizing Palestinian Statehood

Spain, Ireland, and other EU nations are intending to acknowledge Palestine's statehood on May 21, as stated by Josep Borrell, the EU's top diplomat for foreign and security policy

World » EU | May 10, 2024, Friday // 15:27

Ukraine Thwarts Russian Border Breach Attempt: Governor Reports Intensified Shelling in Kharkiv Region

Ukrainian authorities reported that Russian forces attempted to breach the border with Ukraine using sabotage groups

World » Ukraine | May 10, 2024, Friday // 13:21

Ukraine-Russia Drone Clash: Arms Delivery Urgency, HIMARS From Germany

Russian air defenses have successfully intercepted multiple Ukrainian drones flying over Russian territory

World » Ukraine | May 10, 2024, Friday // 10:18

Assassination Scheme Against Zelensky Uncovered by Ukraine

Ukraine has uncovered a meticulously planned assassination attempt against President Volodymyr Zelensky, with ties pointing directly to Russian involvement

World » Ukraine | May 10, 2024, Friday // 09:20
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