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Property Prospects Rosy on the Black Sea

Jill Insley The Observer

Views on BG | September 13, 2004, Monday // 00:00

"Fire Alert" in the Center of Sofia

Sofia firemen showed some of the special techniques used in fire fighting. The special show took place in the center of Sofia.

Politics | September 13, 2004, Monday // 00:00

Militants Threaten to Kill Italian Hostages

A militant group has threatened to kill two Italian women held hostage in Iraq if Rome does not withdraw its troops from the war-torn country within 24 hours. The so-called Islamic Jihad Organisation issued the statement on an Islamist website, making the

World | September 13, 2004, Monday // 00:00

US Strikes Fallujah Killing at Least 9

US warplanes bombed the Sunni insurgent stronghold of Fallujah on Monday, killing at least nine people and wounding 12, media reports. Witnesses said the bombing targeted the city's al-Shurta neighborhood, damaging buildings and raising clouds of black sm

World | September 13, 2004, Monday // 00:00

Bulgarian Maggie Up in WTA Ranking

Bulgaria's best tennis player Magdalena Maleeva went three places up in the latest WTA ranking. Maggie is now occupying the 22nd place with 1,264 points.

Sports | September 13, 2004, Monday // 00:00

N Korea "Blew Up a Mountain"

North Korea gave an explanation for the huge blast last Thursday which prompted speculation that it was a part of a nuclear test, the BBC quoted the North's foreign minister as telling a visiting British official. The country's foreign minister, Paek Nam

World | September 13, 2004, Monday // 00:00

Sofia Mayor Goes to Court Nov 8

Sofia City Court postponed the trial against Sofia Mayor Stefan Sofianski for November 8. The court also allowed Sofianski to travel to Moscow where he will participate in an international forum of world cities.

Politics | September 13, 2004, Monday // 00:00

Poland Vows to Stay in Iraq

The Polish peacekeepers will stay in Iraq despite the death of three of its soldiers, President Aleksander Kwasniewski said. In a live television interview on Sunday, Kwasniewski said Warsaw could not allow troops to withdraw "unilaterally, nervously and

Politics | September 13, 2004, Monday // 00:00

Sofia Welcomes Croatian Defence Minister

Croatian Defence Minister Berislav Roncevic will arrive on an official visit to Sofia at the invitation of his Bulgarian counterpart Nikolai Svinarov.

Politics | September 13, 2004, Monday // 00:00

Cuba Awaits Ivan

Hurricane Ivan battered the Cayman Islands with ferocious winds, flooding homes, ripping off roofs and toppling trees three stories tall as its powerful eye thundered past. It then strengthened to Category 5 as it moved Monday on course for Cuba.

World | September 13, 2004, Monday // 00:00

Ruling Party Woos Business People

Representatives of Bulgaria's ruling party have addressed business people in the country, extending a call for election support. Members of the Simeon II National Movement (SIINM) - including Deputy PM Plamen Panayotov and Environment Minister Dolores Ar

Politics | September 12, 2004, Sunday // 00:00

Germany-Flagged Ship Named "Bulgaria"

German company "Briese Schiffahrts" GmbH & Co gave the name Bulgaria to one of its vessels. The ship was built at the Varna Shipyard at the end of July, Director Ignat Traykov said.

Politics | September 12, 2004, Sunday // 00:00

Lalova Wins Golden League Silver

Bulgarian sprinter Ivet Lalova landed the silver medal in the sixth Golden League 100m track meet Sunday. Debbie Ferguson of the Bahamas won with 11.

Sports | September 12, 2004, Sunday // 00:00

Opera Diva Freni Arrived in Sofia

Opera soprano singer Mirella Freni arrived in Sofia Sunday, and will join events organized to mark 75 years since her late husband, Nikolay Ghyaurov, was born. Freni said she was glad to visit the country, as it reminded her of the happy moments with the

Society | September 12, 2004, Sunday // 00:00

Bulgaria's Guarding Service Marks Anniversary

Bulgaria's National Guarding Service marked Sunday the 125th anniversary since the first guarding organization was founded in the country. Twelve years ago, the service was attached to the President's office.

Politics | September 12, 2004, Sunday // 00:00

Gunfire Echoes in Sofia Outskirts

A shooting incident took place in the outskirts of Sofia Sunday afternoon. The attack targeted a Mercedes coming out of a tunnel in the Lyulin districts, while the gunmen were riding another two cars.

Politics | September 12, 2004, Sunday // 00:00

Olympics Boost Greek Budget Deficit

The past Olympic games will cost Greece a 5.3% budget deficit next year, Prime Minister Costas Karamanlis said.

World | September 12, 2004, Sunday // 00:00

Russia Triumphs at US Open

Russia's Svetlana Kuznetsova triumphed in women's US Open finals, with a victory over compatriot Elena Dementieva. Kuznetsova, 19, scored 6-3, 7-5 on Saturday night.

Sports | September 12, 2004, Sunday // 00:00

Nuke Blast Feared in N Korea

North Korea has been playing down suggestions that a massive explosion that took place last week was caused by a nuclear device. The blast took place on Thursday, as the state was commemorating its 1948 founding.

World | September 12, 2004, Sunday // 00:00

"Terrorist" Devices Found near Sofia

Bulgarian policemen have found four rocket-launching facilities near the village of Kostinbrod, just northeast of Sofia. Investigators suggested that the facilities might have been in possession of terror plotters.

Politics | September 12, 2004, Sunday // 00:00

Luxury Complex Tempts Sofia Property Hunters

The firsts stage of a new luxury apartments complex in Sofia has been completed, and had its opening on Sunday. The Sofia Gardens rose in the Hladilnika district in the Bulgarian capital.

Business | September 12, 2004, Sunday // 00:00
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