Bulgaria's Economy Grows by 1.8% in 2023
The National Statistical Institute (NSI) has released preliminary data revealing that Bulgaria's gross domestic product (GDP) experienced a modest growth of 1.8% in real terms in 2023
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Gender Wage Gap: Women's Salaries 12.6% Lower in Bulgaria
According to data from the Institute for Social and Trade Union Research at the National Council of National Statistics, women in Bulgaria receive wages that are on average 12.6 % lower than men, but in several economic sectors, the differences are signif
Bulgaria: Equal Male-Female Part-Time Work in Q3 2023
In Bulgaria, the latest data from the Statistical Office of the European Union (Eurostat) reveals a notable trend: in the third quarter of 2023, both women and men registered equal shares of part-time employment, each at 1%
Bulgaria Rises in Passport Power Rankings
In the ever-changing landscape of global travel, the power of a passport goes beyond simply granting access to different countries
Say Goodbye to Queues: Today Sofia Airport Launched the Smart Boarding Pass System
Passengers traveling through Terminal 2 at Sofia Airport are now greeted with a modern convenience as six new electronic self-check counters for boarding cards have been unveiled
Bulgaria and EU Witness Retail Sales Surge in January
Recent data from Eurostat reveals a slight uptick in retail sales across the Eurozone and the European Union in January 2024, marking a recovery from the previous month's decline
Foreign Investors Create Over 2,000 New Jobs in Bulgaria
Bulgaria experienced a significant boost in its economy last year, with foreign investors creating more than 2,000 new jobs in various sectors
Facebook and Instagram Down Globally!
The Facebook and Instagram applications are currently experiencing a widespread outage globally, as reported around 5:30 p.m. Bulgarian time
Huawei Resurgence Sends iPhone Sales Plummeting by 24% in China
In a recent report by Counterpoint Research, a leading global technology market research firm, it has been revealed that Apple's iPhone sales in China took a significant hit during the first six weeks of 2024
Gold Reaches Historic High Amid Economic Uncertainty
Gold has surged to unprecedented levels, buoyed by its reputation as a safe haven amidst anticipation of an imminent reduction in US interest rates
Wizz Air Increases Flights To And From Bulgaria By Almost 15% in 2023
Since its first flight from Sofia in 2005, the airline has now transported over 26 million passengers
Mountain Rescuers Aid Lost Boys in Vitosha
During the last 24 hours, mountain rescue teams carried out two operations. In the first instance, assistance was rendered to two 16-year-old boys in Vitosha who were ill-prepared for the mountain’s conditions and season
Sofia Airport Unveils Automated Boarding Pass Checks for Seamless Travel Experience
Travelers passing through Terminal 2 of Sofia Airport can now enjoy a smoother journey with the introduction of electronic self-scanning counters for boarding passes
EU Plans Shift Towards Military Economy Amid Russia-Ukraine War
With the continuation of Russia's war in Ukraine, the European Commission is set to propose a significant shift towards a military economy regime within the European Union
PES President Backs Bulgaria's Full Schengen Membership
Nicolas Schmit, the newly-elected president of the Party of European Socialists (PES), has voiced his support for Bulgaria's full accession to the Schengen Area
Elon Musk Sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman Over Alleged Breach of Contract
Tech mogul Elon Musk has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, among others
Bulgaria Delays Decision on Nuclear Waste Storage Amid European Discussions
Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov addressed concerns over the long-term storage of nuclear waste during a parliamentary control session in Bulgaria today
Bulgaria Ceases Russian Oil Imports: Parliament's Decision Marks End of Derogation
Effective March 1, Bulgaria has officially halted the use and importation of Russian oil for fuel production, following a decision by the Parliament to drop the derogation
Economic Sentiment Wavers in EU and Bulgaria Amidst Uncertainty
Economic sentiment in both the European Union and Bulgaria experienced some turbulence in February, reflecting ongoing uncertainties surrounding economic recovery and global challenges
Bulgargaz Proposes 18% Reduction in Natural Gas Prices
"Bulgargaz" suggests an 18% decrease in natural gas prices starting next month
Bitcoin Surges Towards $60,000 Amid Market Optimism
In a testament to its enduring resilience, Bitcoin, the world's leading cryptocurrency, continued its upward trajectory on Wednesday, inching closer to the significant milestone of $60,000
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