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Bulgaria Sees Small Drop in Unemployment to 5.4% in July

In July, Bulgaria saw a slight decrease in unemployment, with the rate dropping to 5.4%, according to a report from the Employment Agency

Society | August 16, 2024, Friday // 12:18 | Viewed: 1791

First Case of Monkeypox in Europe Has Been Confirmed!

The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed the first case of monkeypox infection with the new strain outside Africa, detected in Swede

Society » Health | August 16, 2024, Friday // 09:44 | Viewed: 3018

Hazardous Heat Warnings Issued Across Bulgaria as Weekend Weather Stays Hot

Bulgaria is bracing for hazardous heat, with the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) issuing orange and yellow codes across the country

Society » Environment | August 16, 2024, Friday // 09:16 | Viewed: 3223

Bulgarian Students Shine at Inaugural International AI Olympiad with Gold and Bronze Medals

At the first International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI), held in Burgas from August 9 to 15, Bulgarian students achieved notable success

Society | August 15, 2024, Thursday // 17:47 | Viewed: 2566

July Likely Breaks Record as Hottest Month Ever

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has indicated that July was likely the hottest month on record, following initial estimates suggesting it nearly surpassed the 2023 record

Society » Environment | August 15, 2024, Thursday // 14:24 | Viewed: 1891

WHO Raises Alarm: Monkeypox Now an International Public Health Emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the monkeypox outbreak in Africa a global public health emergency, signaling growing concern over the worsening situation

Society » Health | August 15, 2024, Thursday // 10:05 | Viewed: 3695

Orthodox Christians in Bulgaria Honor Assumption of the Holy Virgin with Solemn Celebrations

In Bulgaria, the Orthodox Church honors the Assumption of the Holy Virgin with solemn services

Society » Culture | August 15, 2024, Thursday // 09:02 | Viewed: 2672

Unbearable Heat Continues in Bulgaria: High Temperature Alerts for Today

Bulgaria is set to experience another day of extreme heat, with yellow and orange weather warnings issued for high temperatures

Society » Environment | August 15, 2024, Thursday // 07:54 | Viewed: 2261

FLiRT Variant of Omicron Detected in Bulgaria: Preliminary Cases Confirmed

Preliminary reports indicate that strains of the FLiRT variant of "Omicron" have been detected in Bulgaria

Society » Health | August 14, 2024, Wednesday // 17:57 | Viewed: 2597

Bankya Senior Care Facility Engulfed in Flames: Victim Confirmed, Injuries Reported (UPDATED)

A fire erupted around 3:00 PM today in a senior care home located in the center of Bankya, Bulgaria

Society » Incidents | August 14, 2024, Wednesday // 17:52 | Viewed: 2670

New Monkeypox Variant Spurs Continent-Wide Health Alert in Africa

The African Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has declared a public health emergency across the continent due to a monkeypox outbreak affecting Central and East Africa

Society » Health | August 14, 2024, Wednesday // 14:22 | Viewed: 2989

Fire Forces Closure of Burgas-Sredets Road Due to Heavy Smoke

The Burgas-Sredets road has been closed in both directions by police due to a fire

Society » Incidents | August 14, 2024, Wednesday // 14:19 | Viewed: 2510

Bulgarian Health Experts Recommend Warm Water for Better Hydration in the Hot Days

Warm water is considered a key element for effective hydration and body cleansing, even during hot weather

Society » Health | August 14, 2024, Wednesday // 09:13 | Viewed: 2369

Dangerous Heat Wave Sweeps Bulgaria: 10 Regions on 'Orange' Code Alert

An "orange" code indicating dangerously hot weather has been issued for 10 regions of Bulgaria, while a "yellow" code applies to 14 other regions

Society » Environment | August 14, 2024, Wednesday // 08:37 | Viewed: 2817

Ukrainian Refugees in Bulgaria Relocated Without Notice, Facing Challenges at New Location

Elderly Ukrainian refugees with disabilities, along with Ukrainian children, are being relocated from the town of Bankya to the resort of Saints Constantine and Helena

Society | August 13, 2024, Tuesday // 12:44 | Viewed: 2367

Bulgarian Cities Pleven and Lovech Introduce Nighttime Water Regime Amid Supply Shortages

Starting today, Pleven and Lovech will implement a new water regime due to a reduced flow rate

Society » Environment | August 13, 2024, Tuesday // 10:07 | Viewed: 3051

Bulgaria Leads Europe in Heat-Related Deaths in Record-Breaking 2023

In 2023, more than 47,000 people across Europe lost their lives due to extreme heat, making it the hottest year on record globally

Society » Environment | August 13, 2024, Tuesday // 09:28 | Viewed: 3365

Tragedy: Plovdiv Police Officer Fatally Shot by Young Son

A tragic incident occurred in Plovdiv, where a 6-year-old child fatally shot his father, a police officer,

Society » Incidents | August 13, 2024, Tuesday // 08:30 | Viewed: 2344

Dangerous Heat Grips Bulgaria: Orange Code Issued for 17 Regions

Today, an orange code has been issued for dangerously high temperatures across 17 regions in Bulgaria

Society » Environment | August 13, 2024, Tuesday // 08:26 | Viewed: 3280

Electronic Ticketing Devices Now in Use on Sofia-Burgas and Sofia-Varna Trains

Bulgarian State Railways (BDZ) has rolled out new digital devices for ticket sales on its busiest routes, including Sofia to Burgas and Sofia to Varna

Society | August 12, 2024, Monday // 17:00 | Viewed: 2515

Firefighters Injured in Overturned Engine While Battling Varshets Blaze

Two firefighters from the "Specialized Operational Activities - Montana" sector sustained injuries while working to extinguish a large fire near Varshets

Society » Incidents | August 12, 2024, Monday // 14:40 | Viewed: 1843
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