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George Soros Donated USD 18 Billion to Open Society Foundations

The famous Hungarian-American investor and business magnate, George Soros, donated much of his wealth to his foundation, founded in 1984 to support democracy, human rights and freedom of the press, reports BNT.

Society | October 18, 2017, Wednesday // 15:28 | Viewed: 4079

Ed Sheeran Broke his Both Hands, Postponed Concerts in Asia

British singer and songwriter Ed Sheeran canceled a few of his concerts in Asia after a doctor has confirmed that he has broken both hands, according to Contactmusic.

Society » Incidents | October 18, 2017, Wednesday // 15:17 | Viewed: 6725

Xi Jinping: China will Fight to Stop Climate Change

The Chinese government intends to fight global climate change and actively develop cooperation with other countries to solve this problem, reports TASS.

Society » Environment | October 18, 2017, Wednesday // 13:03 | Viewed: 4078

Andronia Popova - Roni from the Indie Band Nasekomix has Passed Away Aged 44

Yesterday morning, after a severe illness, the singer Andronia Popova - Roni passed away.

Society » Obituaries | October 18, 2017, Wednesday // 12:48 | Viewed: 15446

Clashes Between Police and Protesters Against Corruption in Kiev

Thousands of Ukrainians gathered in front of the parliament asking for a real fight against corruption and called for the resignation of President Petro Poroshenko.

Society | October 18, 2017, Wednesday // 12:22 | Viewed: 3356

Today is the European Day Against Human Trafficking

The National Commission for Fighting Human Trafficking launches its annual campaign on the 18th of October - the European Day Against Human Trafficking, reports sega.

Society | October 18, 2017, Wednesday // 12:03 | Viewed: 3440

Breakdown Caused Massive Flood in Plovdiv Trakia District

A major accident turned the streets of Trakia neighborhood in Plovdiv into a "sea" , the bTV correspondent in the region announced.

Society | October 18, 2017, Wednesday // 11:58 | Viewed: 4678

NIMH: Fog in Some Areas in the Morning, Maximum Temperatures 22-27°C

The atmospheric pressure will decrease during the day but will remain higher than the average for October.

Society » Environment | October 18, 2017, Wednesday // 11:22 | Viewed: 2667

The Eco Minster Re-launched the Idea of Banning Coal with Sulfur and Ash

The Minister of Environment and Water Neno Dimov announced the idea of ​​limiting the sale of coal containing silfur and ash and the introduction of eco-standards for the solid fuel heaters.

Society » Environment | October 18, 2017, Wednesday // 09:28 | Viewed: 5060

Spanish Fighter Jet Crashed During Takeoff from the Base, Pilot Killed

The Spanish F-18 fighter crashed during takeoff from the Torreón de Ardos base near Madrid.

Society » Incidents | October 18, 2017, Wednesday // 09:03 | Viewed: 3264

The Storm Ophelia Passed through Scotland and North England

The storm Ophelia passed through Scotland and the North of England on Tuesday, pushing down trees, power lines and interfering with transportation, the day after taking three lives and leaving hundreds of people without electricity in Ireland, according t

Society » Environment | October 18, 2017, Wednesday // 08:41 | Viewed: 4764

Recorded Earthquake in Ohrid

Earthquake measuring 2.

Society » Environment | October 17, 2017, Tuesday // 16:17 | Viewed: 4034

Silver Treasure Found near Bulgaria’s Mezdra

A treasure of 187 silver Roman imperial coins was discovered during excavation works in the town of Mezdra, North-West Bulgaria.

Society » Archaeology | October 17, 2017, Tuesday // 14:57 | Viewed: 7553

Egyptian and Czech Archaeologists have Discovered Remnants of a Temple of Ramesses II

Archaeologists have discovered in southwest Cairo remnants of the temple of Ramesses II, that can shed light on life during the 19th Pharaoh Dynasty more than 3,200 years ago, the Associated Press reported.

Society » Archaeology | October 17, 2017, Tuesday // 14:51 | Viewed: 7137

Portugal is in National Mourning for the 36 Victims of Forest Fires

Portugal today is in a three-day national mourning to commemorate the casualties of ongoing forest fires, the France press reported on Tuesday.

Society | October 17, 2017, Tuesday // 14:07 | Viewed: 3012

The Health Fund has Voted a BGN 400 Million Increase in the Budget for Next Year

The budget of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) for next year will be increase by BGN 407 million and so the fund will rely on BGN 3.

Society » Health | October 17, 2017, Tuesday // 14:02 | Viewed: 10884

Fine for Dropping Cigarette Buds and Other Small Trash on the Ground in Plovdiv

Plovdiv citizens are threatened with serious fines for tossing cigarette buds or other small trash on the streets, announced the Mayor Ivan Totev.

Society | October 17, 2017, Tuesday // 13:00 | Viewed: 5708

Hurricane Ophelia Knocked Down the Roof of Cork City Stadium (Video)

Hurricane Ophelia, which hit the coast of Ireland, made unusable part of the stadium of the local club Cork City, the Irish Sun reported, supporting its information with pictures and videos.

Society » Environment | October 17, 2017, Tuesday // 12:18 | Viewed: 4903

3 Companies Approach Malaysia Over Restarting Search For Plane MH 370

Malaysia has received proposals from three companies offering to continue the search for Malaysian Airlines flight MH370, which has been missing since 2014, but no decision has been made yet.

Society | October 17, 2017, Tuesday // 12:06 | Viewed: 2593

NIMH: Mostly Sunny With Temperatures up to 21-26°C

The weather will be mostly sunny today, with high clouds over the western regions.

Society » Environment | October 17, 2017, Tuesday // 11:55 | Viewed: 2061

Famous Maltese Journalist and Blogger Dies in Car Bomb Attack

Maltese blogger Daphne Caruana Galizia, who accused her country's government of corruption, has been the victim of a bomb placed under her car, world media reported.

Society » Incidents | October 17, 2017, Tuesday // 11:39 | Viewed: 5436
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