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Travolta Arrives to Shoot Movie in Bulgaria, De Niro Expected

John Travolta has arrived in Bulgaria's capital Sofia where he is set to star in a new movie called "Killing Season.

Society » Culture | October 9, 2012, Tuesday // 13:57 | Viewed: 3377

Bulgarian Minister Demands More Funding for Culture

Bulgaria's Culture Minister, Vezhdi Rashidov, is going to demand more money for his sector in the 2013 State budget.

Society » Culture | October 9, 2012, Tuesday // 12:17 | Viewed: 2010

John Travolta Goes for Action before Landing in Bulgaria

Movie star John Travolta was the co-pilot in the plane that flew him on Monday to Bulgaria's capital Sofia, location to some of the scenes in the upcoming action movie "Killing Season".

Society » Culture | October 8, 2012, Monday // 16:39 | Viewed: 3160

Symbolic Sofia Monument Abandoned in Village Backyard

The Monument of Russian Tsar Alexander II, one of Bulgarian capital Sofia's main landmarks, has been abandoned in a village backyard, an oppositional party has alarmed.

Society » Culture | October 7, 2012, Sunday // 17:32 | Viewed: 2628

Travolta, De Niro Confirmed for 'Killing Season' Shots in Bulgaria

Movie stars John Travolta and Robert De Niro are expected to arrive in Bulgarian next week to shoot some of the scenes in the upcoming action movie "Killing Season".

Society » Culture | October 5, 2012, Friday // 12:38 | Viewed: 2459

Belogradchik Rocks, Magura Cave Declared Bulgaria's Miracles

The Belogradchik Rocks and the Magura Cave were declared the newest Miracles of Bulgaria Wednesday evening, while the Plovdiv area masters of puppets from corn husk and foliage won in the intangible treasures category.

Society » Culture | October 4, 2012, Thursday // 12:21 | Viewed: 20414

Cartoon Exhibition Makes Fun of Bulgaria, Europe's Woes

An array of 80 cartoons by prominent artist Chavdar Nikolov, lampooning the political scenario in Bulgaria and Europe, is on display at Seasons Gallery in Sofia as of Thursday.

Society » Culture | October 4, 2012, Thursday // 11:12 | Viewed: 5918

Bulgaria's Indie Road Movie 'Ave' Hits Modern Art Museum, NY

Ave, first-time filmmaker Konstantin Bojanov's slow-burning indie road movie, will be screened six times at the prestigious Museum of Modern Art in New York City, starting October 3.

Society » Culture | October 3, 2012, Wednesday // 12:55 | Viewed: 2653

Bulgarian Writer Nets BBC Short Story Award

Bulgarian writer Miroslav Penkov has won the prestigious BBC International Short Story Award for his short story "East of the West.

Society » Culture | October 3, 2012, Wednesday // 10:55 | Viewed: 1894

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

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

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 Language Faces Digital Extinction - Study

Bulgarian is among the 21 major languages spoken in Europe that are in danger of digital extinction, according to a new study called "Europe's Languages in the Digital Age".

Society » Culture | September 25, 2012, Tuesday // 14:48 | Viewed: 2871

Bulgaria's 2nd Largest Cathedral Faces Collapse

Bulgaria's second largest Orthodox cathedral, the Danube town of Vidin's "St.

Society » Culture | September 24, 2012, Monday // 13:23 | Viewed: 1937

Unknown Bulgarian Singer Dena Surfs Sudden Popularity Wave

A young Bulgarian female singer, who lives in Berlin and is a total unknown in her home country, is basking in popularity and many business proposals after her summer hit "Cash, Diamond Rings, Swimming pools".

Society » Culture | September 23, 2012, Sunday // 18:30 | Viewed: 6463

Bulgaria Marks European Day of Jewish Culture

Bulgaria is marking Sunday the European Day of Jewish Culture, the Organization of Bulgarian Jews "Shalom" announced.

Society » Culture | September 23, 2012, Sunday // 10:35 | Viewed: 10597

Rammstein Announces 2nd Sofia Gig

German band Rammstein has announced its second concert in Bulgaria's capital Sofia.

Society » Culture | September 21, 2012, Friday // 14:12 | Viewed: 2298

Monument of Cyril and Methodius to Be Erected in Mongolia

A monument of brothers St St Cyril and Methodius will be erected in Mongolia since the Cyrillic alphabet they created is used in the Asian country.

Society » Culture | September 18, 2012, Tuesday // 15:14 | Viewed: 4804

Bulgarian Author Nominated for BBC Short Story Award

Young Bulgarian author, Miroslav Penkov, has become the first Bulgarian to be nominated for the BBC Short Story Award i

Society » Culture | September 18, 2012, Tuesday // 12:43 | Viewed: 2164

Nicola Conte Brings Acid and Latin Jazz to Bulgaria's Capital

Nicola Conte, famous for his innovative combination of acid jazz and bossa nova themes, has confirmed his gig at Sofia Live Club on October 6.

Society » Culture | September 17, 2012, Monday // 16:09 | Viewed: 2485

Bulgaria Picks 'Sneakers' for Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film

Bulgaria's National Film Center has put forth " Ketsove" ("Sneakers") as the Bulgarian nomination for the US Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film this year.

Society » Culture | September 14, 2012, Friday // 17:09 | Viewed: 2407
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