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EU, US Prod Bulgaria at Balkan Roma Leaders' Training in Sofia

Representatives of the EU and the USA have urged Bulgaria to fix the situation of its Roma population at a seminar for Roma leaders from the Balkans in Sofia.

Society | February 28, 2011, Monday // 15:11 | Viewed: 3263

Bulgarian Central Bank Refutes German Journalist Claims

The Bulgarian Central Bank has sent a letter to leading investigative German journalist, Jurgen Roth, disproving claims the bank and its Governor are protecting the interests of the shady business group TIM, under the approving eye of Prime Minister, Boyk

Society | February 28, 2011, Monday // 11:57 | Viewed: 3670

'Bulgarian' Movie Falls Short of Oscar Award

“The Way Back,” an epic drama shot in and around Bulgaria, Morocco and India.

Society » Culture | February 28, 2011, Monday // 10:27 | Viewed: 2869

Bulgaria's Census Steps Into Its Last Day

Monday marks the end of Bulgaria' first census in  a decade, which kicked off on February 1 2011.

Society | February 28, 2011, Monday // 08:56 | Viewed: 2044

2nd Poll Shows Collapse of Trust in Bulgaria's Ruling GERB

The assessments of Bulgarians about the rule of the center-right Citizens for European Development of Bulgaria, GERB, party are turning negative, according to a recent poll of the "Open Society" Foundation.

Society | February 27, 2011, Sunday // 13:33 | Viewed: 2701

Majority of Bulgarians Don't Want President from GERB - Poll

Almost two thirds of all Bulgarians (63%) prefer to have a new President who is not from the ruling, center-right Citizens for European Development of Bulgaria, GERB, party.

Society | February 27, 2011, Sunday // 12:37 | Viewed: 2810

German Journalist: Bulgarian PM Protects Shady Business

Many people in Bulgaria hoped the new cabinet of Prime Minister, Boyko Borisov, will put an end to corruption, but are now disappointed, leading German investigative journalist Jurgen Roth writes in his blog.

Society | February 27, 2011, Sunday // 12:10 | Viewed: 8236

Scandalous Development Plans Announced Amid Bansko Ski World Cup

Controversial plans for a drastic development of ski tracks in the Pirin National Park were announced by Bulgarian companies and towns at the start of the 2011 men's alpine ski World Cup in Bansko.

Society » Environment | February 26, 2011, Saturday // 16:20 | Viewed: 6490

Arabs, Bulgarians Stage Anti-Gaddafi Protest in Sofia

Nationals of a number of Arab countries, as well as Bulgarian citizens, staged an anti-Gaddafi rally in front of the Libyan embassy in Sofia Saturday.

Society | February 26, 2011, Saturday // 15:46 | Viewed: 2193

Bulgaria in for Month of Mild and Wild Weather

Weather forecasts are warning Bulgarians to get ready for rapid changes in the weather during the coming month with temperatures ranging from – 10° C to 22° C.

Society » Environment | February 25, 2011, Friday // 18:39 | Viewed: 2515

Fewer Bulgarians Traveled Abroad Q4 2010

A 9.2% decrease in the number of Bulgarian citizens who traveled abroad in the last quarter of 2010 has been registered by the country's National Statistical Institute.

Society | February 25, 2011, Friday // 12:17 | Viewed: 1580

Bulgarian Medics Formerly Jailed in Libya Hurt by PM Talk

Two of the Bulgarian medics, formerly jailed in Libya, say they are offended by Prime Minister, Boyko Borisov's statements about the price paid by the country for their freedom.

Society | February 25, 2011, Friday // 11:20 | Viewed: 2930

Head of Bulgarian Anti-Mafia Team Exposed for Fake Professor Title

The Head of the Commission, which is in charge of seizing the illegally acquired assets in favor of the State, Stoyan Kushlev, does not officially hold the title Professor.

Society | February 25, 2011, Friday // 10:30 | Viewed: 3448

Ex Bulgarian PM Elated about Becoming Father

Bulgaria's former Prime Minister and leader of the opposition Bulgarian Socialist Party, Sergey Stanishev, is elated about becoming father for the first time this spring.

Society | February 25, 2011, Friday // 09:58 | Viewed: 5208

Northern Bulgaria under 'Attack' of Romanian Pamphlets

Brochures, persuading people from northern Bulgaria to define themselves as Romanians on the Census have been floating in the Vidin region, according to a report of the Bulgarian National Television, BNR.

Society | February 25, 2011, Friday // 07:58 | Viewed: 2677

Finnish Tourist Killed in Avalanche near Bulgaria's Bansko

An avalanche has killed one Finnish tourist near the Bulgarian ski resort Bansko, the regional directorate of the interior ministry in the city of Blagoevgrad announced.

Society » Environment | February 24, 2011, Thursday // 17:24 | Viewed: 3781

Bulgarians to Rock with International Stars at New Festival

Bulgaria's brand new festival for pop and rock music, Elevation, will have its first edition in June and will be staged in the southwestern town of Razlog.

Society » Culture | February 24, 2011, Thursday // 16:56 | Viewed: 5583

Bulgarian Council Refuses to Award Prosecutors on Key Cases

Bulgaria's Supreme Judicial Council (VSS) has rejected the proposal of Sofia City prosecutor Nikolay Kokinov for awarding four of his subordinates, who had worked on key trials.

Society | February 24, 2011, Thursday // 12:45 | Viewed: 2345

Bulgaria Picks Polly Genova's 'In Defiance' for Eurovision 2011

Bulgaria selected singer Poli Genova and her song "Na Inat" ("In Defiance") as its representative for the next Eurovision Song Contest to be held in Dusseldorf, Germany.

Society » Culture | February 23, 2011, Wednesday // 23:16 | Viewed: 4779

Bulgaria Govt Oks Health Care Map, Delays Reforms

Bulgaria's government adopted on Wednesday the national health care map, which has been in the pipeline since 2006, but will definitely fail to turn into the much anticipated launching pad for reforms in the sector.

Society » Health | February 23, 2011, Wednesday // 14:17 | Viewed: 2000

Bulgaria to Pick Runner for Eurovision 2011 in Dusseldorf

Bulgaria will select Wednesday night its representative for the next Eurovision Song Contest to be held in Dusseldorf, Germany, out of 19 entries.

Society » Culture | February 23, 2011, Wednesday // 12:16 | Viewed: 2816
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