ARCHIVE - 8 May 2024

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Business

Is Bulgaria Ready to Join the Eurozone?

Bulgaria's aspirations to become the 21st member of the Eurozone have sparked discussions regarding the country's economic readiness, as well as its political and institutional preparedness

Business » Finance | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 10:38

ECB Calls for Revisions to Bulgarian Euro Adoption Law: Compliance Concerns Surface

The European Central Bank (ECB) has weighed in on Bulgaria's draft Law on the adoption of the euro, signaling the need for revisions to ensure alignment with European regulations

Business » Finance | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 09:00

Politics

Survey Reveals Electoral Trends in Bulgaria: GERB Dominates, WCC-DB Faces Significant Decline

A survey conducted by "Alpha Research" has unveiled significant shifts in Bulgaria's political landscape ahead of the highly anticipated National Assembly election

Politics | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 10:28

PM Glavchev: Bulgaria Affirms Unwavering Support for Ukraine

In a display of solidarity amidst ongoing geopolitical challenges, Caretaker Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev of Bulgaria engaged in a pivotal video conference with Ukrainian counterpart Denys Shmyhal.

Politics | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 08:15

Society

Inside Bulgaria's Railway System After the Price Hikes: Delays, Aging Trains, and Passenger Insights

As Bulgarian Railways (BDZ) recently hiked ticket prices, prompting scrutiny into the quality of service, a revealing glimpse into the state of the nation's railway infrastructure emerges

Society | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 08:43

Weather in Bulgaria: Brace for Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms

Bulgaria is on high alert as the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) issues a Yellow Alert for impending heavy rain and thunderstorms across Western, Central, and Southeastern regions on May 8

Society » Environment | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 08:11

AstraZeneca Initiates Global Recall of COVID-19 Vaccine

In a significant move that reverberates across the global vaccination landscape, pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca has announced a worldwide recall of its COVID-19 vaccine

Society » Health | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 11:00

COVID-19 Impact: Bulgaria's Grim Milestone as Highest Death Rate in EU

Eurostat, the European Union's statistics agency, unveiled alarming findings regarding Bulgaria's COVID-19 mortality rates in 2021, shedding light on the nation's sobering position atop the EU's death rate chart

Society » Health | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 09:06

World

Boeing 763 Plane Crash-Landed at Istanbul Airport with Loose Landing Gear

A FedEx cargo plane encountered a tense situation on Wednesday as it executed a belly landing at Istanbul Airport, following a malfunction of its landing gear

World | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 11:14

Chinese President Xi Jinping's Visit to Serbia: Strengthening Balkan Ties Amidst Economic Focus

The Serbian capital of Belgrade welcomes a significant diplomatic guest as Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives for a pivotal visit, marking the second leg of his European tour.

World » Southeast Europe | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 08:25

Lithuania Considers Sending Soldiers to Ukraine

Lithuania is contemplating sending its soldiers to Ukraine for a training mission, signaling its willingness to bolster military support for its neighbor amidst escalating tensions with Russia

World » Ukraine | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 11:35

Ukraine Under Fire: Russian Attacks Target Kyiv and Lviv

Heightened tensions grip Ukraine as Russian airstrikes target key cities, with both the capital Kyiv and western hub Lviv bearing the brunt of nocturnal attacks

World » Ukraine | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 08:37
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