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Rivers Swelling in Bulgaria, Tidal Wave Expected in Dobrich

Central and Southeastern Bulgaria are expected to see river levels rising over the next 24 hours, hydrologists have warned.

Society | June 20, 2014, Friday // 11:46 | Viewed: 5711

Pre-Trial Proceedings Launched into Deaths Caused by Floods in Varna

A team of investigating police officers has opened pre-trial proceedings into the cause and circumstances of the death of at least ten people in the floods in Varna.

Society | June 20, 2014, Friday // 11:33 | Viewed: 8114

Mayor of Flood-Hit Varna Accuses Central Authorities of Inaction

Varna Mayor Ivan Portnih complained that he managed to get help from the central authorities as late as 1 am on Friday after an evening of severe flooding.

Society | June 20, 2014, Friday // 10:40 | Viewed: 2965

Two Reported Victims of the Floods in Dobrich

At least two are the victims of the floods in the town of Dobrich, north eastern Bulgaria, reports Nova TV national channel.

Society | June 20, 2014, Friday // 10:26 | Viewed: 4306

Bulgaria PM Vows Financial Aid for Flood-Stricken Varna

Bulgarian Prime Minister Plamen Oresharski has expressed condolences to the victims of the deadly floods in Varna.

Society | June 20, 2014, Friday // 10:03 | Viewed: 9312

Veliko Tarnovo Declares State of Emergency

Bulgarian town of Veliko Tarnovo declared a state of emergency as the Yantra river overflowed and flooded homes, businesses, roads and public buildings in the area.

Society | June 20, 2014, Friday // 10:03 | Viewed: 6847

Bulgaria to Hold Day of Mourning for the Flood Victims in Varna

Bulgaria's Council of Ministers has declared June 23 a national day of mourning for the victims of the floods in the Black Sea city of Varna.

Society | June 20, 2014, Friday // 09:27 | Viewed: 5694

Death Toll in Varna Climbs to 10, More Victims Feared

Ten people, including a child, are confirmed dead in Bulgaria's Black Sea city of Varna, the head of the regional police Nikolai Kalchev told bTV national channel.

Society | June 20, 2014, Friday // 00:21 | Viewed: 7555

Black Sea City Varna Flooded, 1 Child Dead, 4 People Reported Missing

Heavy rains in the Bulgaria's Black Sea city of Varna on Thursday afternoon flooded parts of town, 1 child was found dead and 4 people are reported missing, reports Moreto.net.

Society | June 19, 2014, Thursday // 22:10 | Viewed: 9050

Bulgaria Among the World Leaders in Herbs Exports

Bulgaria exports around 80% of the gathered herbs as raw material, said Svetlana Aladzhem of the Information and Environmental Protection foundation.

Society » Environment | June 19, 2014, Thursday // 16:08 | Viewed: 1725

Luxembourg Passes Same-Sex Marriage Bill

Luxembourg has passed a same-sex marriage and adoption rights bill in a landslide poll of its MPs on Wednesday.

Society | June 19, 2014, Thursday // 15:39 | Viewed: 8675

Bulgarians Are Sociable, But Dissatisfied with Life – EU Survey

Bulgarians are the nation least satisfied with their life throughout the European Union, a new study published by the Guardian shows.

Society | June 19, 2014, Thursday // 14:25 | Viewed: 1738

Parliament Appoints New Environment Minister

Bulgaria's Parliament appointed on Thursday Stanislav Anastasov as Minister of Environment and Waters.

Society » Environment | June 19, 2014, Thursday // 14:00 | Viewed: 2140

Gale-force Winds, Thunderstorms Cause Heavy Damages In Bulgaria

State of emergency has been declared in the western Bulgarian Chavdar municipality, part of Sofia region, due to the heavy rains and strong winds, Wednesday night.

Society » Environment | June 19, 2014, Thursday // 12:18 | Viewed: 2845

Bulgarian Red Cross Helps Children Injured in Accidents

Bulgarian Red Cross has provided financial aid to 31 families with children, victims of car accidents.

Society » Health | June 18, 2014, Wednesday // 14:01 | Viewed: 1745

Unemployment Falls to 11.2% in May, Bulgarian Employment Agency

Bulgaria's National Employment Agency has registered an 11.

Society | June 18, 2014, Wednesday // 13:54 | Viewed: 1557

Bulgaria's Military History Museum Gets International Recognition

Bulgaria's National Museum of Military History was awarded a Certificate of Excellence by one of the world's most popular tourist websites TripAdvisor.

Society » Culture | June 18, 2014, Wednesday // 13:06 | Viewed: 6221

Sara Brightman to Perform in Sofia in November

British singer Sara Brightman will perform in Sofia's Arena Armeets on November 12, announced the promoters Karma Events and Balkan Entertainment Company.

Society » Culture | June 18, 2014, Wednesday // 12:17 | Viewed: 2161

Bulgaria's Healthcare Money to Run Out September- Medical Union

Bulgarian healthcare faces shortage of funding from September, Tsvetan Raychinov, head of the Bulgarian Medical Association, has warned.

Society » Health | June 18, 2014, Wednesday // 11:39 | Viewed: 2739

Bulgaria's Major Rivers Still At Risk of Possible Overflowing

The warning of dangerous overflowing of Bulgaria's Ogosta, Iskar and Yantra rivers is still valid for the next few days.

Society » Environment | June 18, 2014, Wednesday // 10:24 | Viewed: 4167

'Game of Thrones' Season Finale Breaks Viewer Record

HBO's blood-drenched “Game of Thrones” fantasy series rounded up 7.1 M total viewers for its Season 4 finale on Sunday in the US, according to Nielsen.

Society » Culture | June 17, 2014, Tuesday // 15:23 | Viewed: 2147
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