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Bulgaria’s Birth Rate Record Low in 2013

Bulgaria will most likely face its lowest year of birth rates since the count began in 1945.

Society | December 18, 2013, Wednesday // 09:31 | Viewed: 3435

Head of Bulgaria's Operational Program 'Environment' Resigns

Malina Krumova, head of the Bulgarian managing authority of the "Environment" operational program, has resigned.

Society » Environment | December 17, 2013, Tuesday // 15:50 | Viewed: 3327

Bulgarian Refugee Agency Increases Staff

The Bulgarian State Agency for Refugees (DAB) will increase its staff by 120 people, announced its head Nikolay Chirpanliev.

Society | December 17, 2013, Tuesday // 13:40 | Viewed: 1707

Snowless Christmas Predicted for Bulgaria

There will be no snow throughout most of Bulgaria during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, according to meteorological forecasts.

Society » Environment | December 17, 2013, Tuesday // 10:47 | Viewed: 2501

Bulgarian Deputy PM to Lead Unemployment Discussion

Bulgaria’s National Council for Tripartite Cooperation will meet to discuss measures for dealing with unemployment in the country.

Society | December 17, 2013, Tuesday // 09:36 | Viewed: 2198

Scientist Debunks Bulgarian Astrologer's 'Earthquake Prediction'

A Bulgarian astrologer going by the name of “Astra Luna” has controversially claimed that “a terrifying earthquake” will occur next year near the Bulgarian town of Kresna.

Society | December 16, 2013, Monday // 16:00 | Viewed: 4872

Bulgarian Toll Stickers for 2014 Go on Sale

Drivers in Bulgaria will be able to buy their toll stickers – the so-called vignettes - for 2014 as of December 17, preferably those valid for the whole year as they are the best deal.

Society | December 16, 2013, Monday // 12:44 | Viewed: 4506

Man Frozen to Death Found near Bulgarian-Turkish Border

The body of a dark-skinned man was found by Bulgarian border police in the region of the southeastern village of Rezovo.

Society | December 15, 2013, Sunday // 16:53 | Viewed: 2399

Znepol, Melnik Bishops Voted Finalists in Varna Metropolitan Race

Bulgarian Znepol Bishop Yoan (John) and Melnik Bishop Seraphim were selected Sunday as the two finalists in the election of a new Varna and Veliki Preslav metropolitan

Society | December 15, 2013, Sunday // 14:26 | Viewed: 2862

2 Feeble Earthquakes Registered in Bulgaria

Two weak earthquakes have been registered on the territory of Bulgaria Sunday by the Geophysics Institute at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.

Society » Environment | December 15, 2013, Sunday // 13:17 | Viewed: 1915

Bulgaria's Varna Elects Metropolitan on 2nd Try

The Diocesan Council is making Sunday a second attempt to elect two candidates for Varna and Veliki Preslav metropolitan, after the first vote was annulled by the Bulgarian Holy Synod.

Society | December 15, 2013, Sunday // 12:21 | Viewed: 2887

Moderate Clashes between Anti-Govt Protesters, Police in Sofia

Anti-government protesters tried to tear out the railings in front of the Parliament building in Sofia, which resulted in clashes with police.

Society | December 14, 2013, Saturday // 20:04 | Viewed: 2750

Bulgarian Health Ministry to Increase Smoking Ban Checks during Holidays

The Bulgarian Health Ministry has announced it will increase the checks for smoking in public places during the upcoming holidays.

Society » Health | December 13, 2013, Friday // 17:24 | Viewed: 2678

Poll: 33% of Bulgarians Have No Savings

33% of Bulgarians do not have any savings in case of emergency.

Society | December 13, 2013, Friday // 15:54 | Viewed: 2033

L'Oreal, UNESCO Program in Bulgaria Gives Applicants More Time, Chances

L'Oreal Bulgaria and UNESCO's fellowship program "For Women in Science", which is taking place for the fourth time in Bulgaria, announced extension of its application deadline.

Society » Education | December 13, 2013, Friday // 14:35 | Viewed: 3046

Amnesty International Slams Bulgaria, EU over Refugees Treatment

The International human rights organization "Amnesty International" has strongly criticized Bulgaria for the treatment of refugees.

Society | December 13, 2013, Friday // 10:09 | Viewed: 4498

Refugees Stage New Protest in Bulgarian Capital

About 50 foreigners, mainly Syrians, have staged a protest rally in front of the shelter in Sofia's Ovcha Kupel district Thursday evening.

Society | December 13, 2013, Friday // 09:27 | Viewed: 3351

Plovdiv, Sofia, Tarnovo, Varna Shortlisted for Europe Culture Capital

The selection panel has shortlisted 4 Bulgarian cities - Plovdiv, Sofia, Veliko Tarnovo and Varna - to continue the competition for European Capital of Culture 2019.

Society » Culture | December 12, 2013, Thursday // 19:58 | Viewed: 3412

Bulgaria Celebrates 20 Years in Francophonie

Bulgaria celebrated the 20th anniversary of its accession to the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) in the capital city Sofia.

Society » Culture | December 12, 2013, Thursday // 18:45 | Viewed: 5629

Fresh Poll Shows 4% Margin between Major Bulgarian Parties

There is currently a 4% margin between the two major parties in Bulgaria, BSP and GERB, according to the latest poll.

Society | December 12, 2013, Thursday // 14:07 | Viewed: 2084

Bulgarian Parliament Rejects Easing Full Smoking Ban

Bulgaria’s Parliament rejected on first reading the amendments to the Health Act, which proposed to liberalize the full smoking ban.

Society » Health | December 12, 2013, Thursday // 13:46 | Viewed: 3349
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