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Fish Increasingly Extinct in Bulgaria's Dying Black Sea

Half of the some 80 species of fish inhabiting the waters off the Bulgarian coast of the Black Sea have become extinct, according to fishing experts.

Society » Environment | May 21, 2010, Friday // 13:09 | Viewed: 7925

Bulgaria Bars Minors from Smoking Clubs

After adopting liberal rules for smoking in public spaces, Bulgaria's parliament unexpectedly banned minors' access to disco clubs after 10 pm, even if they are accompanied by an older friend or relative.

Society | May 21, 2010, Friday // 11:28 | Viewed: 4371

Bulgarian Govt: Medical Leave Anti-Crisis Measure Pays Off

The number of medical leaves in Bulgaria dropped by 20 000 in April, announced on Thursday Hristina Mitreva, the Chief of the National Social Security Institute (NOI).

Society » Health | May 20, 2010, Thursday // 20:21 | Viewed: 1740

Sofia Prosecutor Scorned by Supreme Judicial Council

Bulgaria's Supreme Judicial Council (VSS), punished Wednesday with reprobation Deputy Sofia City Prosecutor, Roman Vasilev, for his behavior during the arrest of former Defense Minister Nikolay Tsonev.

Society | May 20, 2010, Thursday // 15:48 | Viewed: 2128

Killer Bear Hunted Down in Southern Bulgaria

Hunters have shot down the killer bear which is believed to have murdered a man in the Bulgarian Rhodope Mountains.

Society » Environment | May 20, 2010, Thursday // 13:50 | Viewed: 4223

Bulgaria Vote on Smoking Ban at Dead End

Bulgaria's parliament delayed on Thursday its conclusive vote on the ruling-party proposal to water down a new smoking ban in the country after a ridiculous gaffe.

Society | May 20, 2010, Thursday // 12:21 | Viewed: 2552

Israeli Overwhelms Bulgarian in Artes Mundi 4 Contest

An artist from Israel is the winner of the fourth Artes Mundi 4 prize, one of the UK's biggest arts prizes, whose shortlist included a Bulgarian contester as well.

Society » Culture | May 20, 2010, Thursday // 10:04 | Viewed: 1576

5th Century BC Swastika Found in Bulgaria

The Swastika is one of the oldest symbols found on Bulgarian soil during archeology excavations near the village of Altimir, in the northern Vratsa Region.

Society » Archaeology | May 19, 2010, Wednesday // 16:12 | Viewed: 17596

Bulgaria PM: BAS Main Administration Will Remain

Bulgaria's Prime Minister Boyko Borisov announced Wednesday that the main administration of the Bulgarian Academy of Science (BAS) will not be shut down.

Society | May 19, 2010, Wednesday // 16:06 | Viewed: 2544

Scholars Stage Burial of Bulgaria Science Academy

Thousands of Bulgarians gathered on Wednesday in front of the National Assembly in Sofia, to protest against the government's plans to reform the Academy of Science.

Society | May 19, 2010, Wednesday // 15:33 | Viewed: 2514

Bulgaria Parliament Will Not Probe Matriculation Exam Violations

The Members of the Bulgarian Parliament rejected Wednesday the proposal of the opposition Coalition for Bulgaria to appoint a special committee to investigate alleged violations of the high-school exit exam.

Society » Education | May 19, 2010, Wednesday // 12:59 | Viewed: 2144

Bulgarians Forced to Raise Money for Treatment Abroad

The number of Bulgarians that have applied for outside sponsorship for treatment abroad has tripled, announced Tuesday the executive director of the Bulgarian Donorship Program, Krasimira Velichkova.

Society » Health | May 18, 2010, Tuesday // 18:11 | Viewed: 2113

Killer Bear Terrorizes Bulgarian Village

A 65-year-old man has been killed by a bear in the Rhodope Mountains in Southern Bulgaria.

Society » Environment | May 18, 2010, Tuesday // 08:34 | Viewed: 14564

Israeli Correspondent for Bulgaria Dies at 50

Heny Berler, friend of Bulgaria and long-time media correspondent passed away suddenly in Israel Monday.

Society » Obituaries | May 17, 2010, Monday // 21:11 | Viewed: 2992

Bulgaria Ranks High in Homophobia

Bulgaria is one of the most homophobic countries in the EU, according to the Bulgarian gay and lesbian community.

Society | May 17, 2010, Monday // 20:17 | Viewed: 10860

2 Bulgarians Die in UN Car Crash in Cyprus

Two Bulgarian nationals have died and another three, including a three-year-old boy, have been injured in a car crash in Cyprus, caused by a vehicle of the United Nations Peacekeeping Forces on the island (UNFICYP), local media reported.

Society | May 17, 2010, Monday // 17:11 | Viewed: 2101

Sofia City Hall Mull Private Cemeteries

The City Hall of Bulgaria's capital Sofia is ready to regulate the existence of private cemeteries by amending the municipal order for burial grounds.

Society | May 17, 2010, Monday // 16:50 | Viewed: 4174

US Black Sabbath Legend Dio Dies at 67

Legendary US heavy metal singer, Ronnie James Dio, passed away at the age of 67, BBC reports citing Dio's wife and his manager.

Society » Obituaries | May 17, 2010, Monday // 16:12 | Viewed: 3532

US to Help Bulgaria with Online Health Care

The US Ambassador to Bulgaria, James Warlick, voiced Monday his country's willingness to assist Bulgaria in implementing the online health care system in Bulgaria.

Society » Health | May 17, 2010, Monday // 15:57 | Viewed: 2397

Bulgaria PM Vows Clear Rules on Media Market

In a bid to defy allegations of being the darling of the local media, Bulgaria's prime minister has promised transparency and clear rules in media ownership.

Society | May 17, 2010, Monday // 15:48 | Viewed: 2012

Expert: Bulgarian Media Is Corruption Breading Ground

The Bulgarian media trends are extremely alarming, according to the expert in political science and mass communications, Ivo Indzhov.

Society | May 17, 2010, Monday // 14:23 | Viewed: 2400
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