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Bulgarian Interior Min Warns of Emigrant Influx

The emigration flow at the Bulgarian-Turkish border in the last two months has increased by 50%, Bulgarian Interior Minister, Tsvetan Tsvetanov, informs.

Society | October 2, 2012, Tuesday // 12:24 | Viewed: 1724

US Diversity Visa 2014 Begins

Bulgarian and other nationals around the world, looking to get a US green card, now have another opportunity to bet on the annual lottery.

Society | October 2, 2012, Tuesday // 07:41 | Viewed: 4084

Bulgarian Govt Promises Funding for 4 Key Archaeological Reserves

Bulgaria's Finance Minister Simeon Djankov has promised to provide funding for four archaeological reserves in the northeastern Shumen District.

Society » Archaeology | October 1, 2012, Monday // 20:01 | Viewed: 2398

Bulgaria Sees Record Heat for 5th Consecutive Day

Five meteorological stations across Bulgaria registered record high temperatures for October 1 on Monday, as the country continues to enjoy a warm fall.

Society » Environment | October 1, 2012, Monday // 19:39 | Viewed: 2679

Sofia University Opens New Foreign Language Library

Bulgaria's largest and most renowned higher education institution, Sofia University St.

Society » Education | October 1, 2012, Monday // 17:54 | Viewed: 2213

Bulgarian PM Opens Academic Year by Touting Metro Construction

Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borisov has focused on praising the extension of the Sofia Metro at the opening of the new academic year at Sofia University "St.

Society » Education | October 1, 2012, Monday // 15:50 | Viewed: 1837

Bulgaria's Higher Education to Get BGN 32 M More in 2013 Budget

Bulgaria's education sector will see its state funding go up by BGN 32 M in the 2013 State Budget Act, Education Minister Sergey Ignatov announced.

Society » Education | October 1, 2012, Monday // 15:37 | Viewed: 1482

Bulgaria Sees 50% Increase in Migrant Influx over Syria

The number of migrants entering Bulgaria has increased by 50% over the last two months due to the conflict in Syria, according to Bulgarian Interior Minister Tsvetan Tsvetanov.

Society | October 1, 2012, Monday // 15:33 | Viewed: 1345

Bulgaria's 'Miracles 2' in Heated Race ahead of Grand Finale

Over half million of Bulgarians have voted for "The Miracles of Bulgaria," ahead of the grand finale of the campaign.

Society » Culture | October 1, 2012, Monday // 13:53 | Viewed: 2785

Bulgaria to Witness Extremely Bright Comet in Nov 2013

The sungrazing comet C/2012 S1 (ISON), which is predicted to be extremely bright, will be visible to the naked eye in Bulgaria at the end of November 2013, according to local experts.

Society | October 1, 2012, Monday // 12:45 | Viewed: 2870

Sofia Residents Rally again against New Parking Fees

The new parking fees for people who live in the central areas of the Bulgarian capital Sofia become effective Monday, October 1.

Society | October 1, 2012, Monday // 11:22 | Viewed: 2259

Bulgaria Hikes Plastic Bags Price

The price of plastic bags in Bulgaria is going up significantly, effective October 1 2012.

Society » Environment | October 1, 2012, Monday // 10:36 | Viewed: 2992

Light Earthquake Registered in Southern Bulgaria

An earthquake with a magnitude of 2.5 points on the Richter scale has been registered in southern Bulgaria Sunday evening.

Society » Environment | October 1, 2012, Monday // 08:33 | Viewed: 1590

Bulgaria Tests Siren System in 10 Cities

Bulgaria's emergency siren system will be tested Monday in ten Bulgarian cities, the Interior Ministry announced.

Society | October 1, 2012, Monday // 08:12 | Viewed: 2913

George Michael Cancels Australian Shows over 'Pneumonia'

Singer George Michael still has not recovered from his battle with pneumonia last year and has been forced to cancel shows in Australia, his website said, fueling speculations over his health condition.

Society » Culture | September 30, 2012, Sunday // 16:37 | Viewed: 2483

Bulgaria Joins World Heart Day to Combat Biggest Killers

Bulgaria marks Saturday the World Heart Day with series of events and free exams in hospitals to raise awareness of cardiovascular diseases, which are the country's largest killers.

Society » Health | September 29, 2012, Saturday // 09:45 | Viewed: 2062

Bulgarian Men Woo Hong Kong Tycoon Gay Daughter over Bounty

The openly lesbian daughter of a Hong Kong billionaire has been flooded with marriage proposals by men from around the world, including Bulgaria, after her father offered a USD 62.2 M dowry.

Society | September 28, 2012, Friday // 15:35 | Viewed: 3149

Spielberg's Son Debuts in Bulgarian-Tied NYC Play

The son of famous Hollywood Director, Steven Spielberg, Sawyer Avery, has made his theatrical debut with a troupe, created by Bulgarian actor, Theodor Petlev.

Society » Culture | September 28, 2012, Friday // 12:54 | Viewed: 7329

Bulgarian Archaeologists Find Fresh Gold Coins at Perperikon

Bulgarian archaeologists have found more gold and silver coins at the holy rock city of Perperikon, belonging to the largest ever medieval coin treasure in the country.

Society » Archaeology | September 28, 2012, Friday // 10:02 | Viewed: 5780

Bulgarian Archaeologists Find Coin Treasure on Black Sea Coast

A team of Bulgarian archaeologists has found a coin treasure from the 3rd century BC near the southeastern-most Bulgarian Black Sea village of Sinemorets.

Society » Archaeology | September 27, 2012, Thursday // 19:01 | Viewed: 6534

New Bulgarian Expat Association DA Fights for Voting Rights

Bulgarians living abroad should obtain the right to run and be elected Members of the country's Parliament, was the topic of the press conference of the newly launched expat Association DA.

Society | September 27, 2012, Thursday // 17:57 | Viewed: 2939
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