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No Reports of Casualties, Damage from Northern Bulgaria Earthquake

Bulgaria's Civil Defense informed Saturday evening that they have not received any reports of injured people or damages form the Vrancea earthquake.

Society | April 25, 2009, Saturday // 21:20 | Viewed: 1844

Saturday Quake Brings Grim Memories of 1977 Vrancea Shocks

The latest earthquake in Bulgaria Saturday night is a grim reminiscence of March 4, 1977 when a strong earthquake brought mass destruction in northern Bulgaria.

Society | April 25, 2009, Saturday // 21:11 | Viewed: 6479

Strong Earthquake Shakes Northern Bulgaria, Epicenter in Romania

A powerful 5.3 earthquake has hit northern Bulgaria in the areas of the cities of Dobrich, Pleven, Varna.

Society | April 25, 2009, Saturday // 20:45 | Viewed: 5563

Armenian Monument Opened in Bulgaria's General Toshevo

The Armenian Union in Bulgaria and the Ovsepyan family donated to Bulgaria's northeastern town of General Toshevo a monument of the Russian Emperor, Alexander II.

Society | April 25, 2009, Saturday // 19:40 | Viewed: 2465

Bulgaria Musicians Named Artists of Month by Obama Organization

The New York Empire Trio and Bulgarian Virtuosi Artists are featured as artists of the month by the Obama Music, Arts and Entertainment Organization.

Society » Culture | April 24, 2009, Friday // 20:37 | Viewed: 2084

Bulgaria Recycling Company Ecobulpack Boosts Outstanding Results

Ecobulpack has fulfilled its obligations from the Waste Management and Recycling Act for 2008.

Society » Environment | April 24, 2009, Friday // 18:42 | Viewed: 4781

World of Disney Arrives in Sofia

Over 100 drawings of one of the most prominent Disney artists, Ulrich Schröder, are on display in Sofia from April 23 to May 3.

Society » Culture | April 24, 2009, Friday // 17:41 | Viewed: 4958

US Embassy in Bulgaria Gives Women of Courage Award

The US Embassy in Bulgaria will present Monday prosecutor Ilona Krastenyakova and Ina Kileva with the Women of Courage Award.

Society | April 24, 2009, Friday // 13:26 | Viewed: 2536

Adolf Hitler Paintings Sold for EUR 100 000

The UK Mullock's Art Auctioneers sold Wednesday a series of watercolors thought to be painted by Adolf Hitler for over EUR 100 000.

Society » Culture | April 24, 2009, Friday // 10:49 | Viewed: 6807

Bulgaria Belogradchik Rocks to Be Shown in European Parliament

An exhibition dedicated to Bulgaria's bidder for the world's new Seven Wonders, the Belogradchik Rocks, will be shown May 3 in the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

Society » Culture | April 23, 2009, Thursday // 14:32 | Viewed: 2538

Energy Summit Brings Sofia Traffic to Halt

Even before its official opening, the Energy summit has created mayhem all over downtown Sofia, where traffic is at a standstill.

Society | April 23, 2009, Thursday // 11:57 | Viewed: 2226

Bulgaria Teenagers at Europe's Bottom Low in Reading Skills

Half of 15-year-olds in Bulgaria fail in their reading comprehension and cannot read to learn and absorb knowledge.

Society » Education | April 22, 2009, Wednesday // 14:18 | Viewed: 3374

Bulgaria Marks Earth Day with Countrywide Celebrations

The coalition of 30 non-governmental organization and civil groups "For nature to remain in Bulgaria" is celebrating Earth Day on Wednesday.

Society » Environment | April 22, 2009, Wednesday // 12:16 | Viewed: 2694

Bulgaria Children Among Unhappiest in Europe

Bulgarian children are among the unhappiest in Europe according to the latest UK research results announced late Tuesday.

Society | April 22, 2009, Wednesday // 09:25 | Viewed: 3542

Bulgaria Unemployment Rate Hits 7% in April 2009

Unemployment rate in Bulgaria has passed 7% in April 2009 according to the Labor Market Directorate in the Labor Ministry.

Society | April 21, 2009, Tuesday // 15:37 | Viewed: 2215

Official Legal Claim Filed against Astrologer-Doomsayer

A legal claim has been filed against the astrologer, Emil Leshtanski, the Haskovo Regional Prosecutor informed Tuesday.

Society | April 21, 2009, Tuesday // 15:20 | Viewed: 1532

US Air Force Rock Band “Direct Hit” to Stage Three Concerts in Bulgaria

"Direct Hit", an eight member rock ensemble, made up of musicians from the United States Air Forces in Europe Band, will embark on a Bulgarian concert tour from April 24 to April 26.

Society » Culture | April 21, 2009, Tuesday // 12:40 | Viewed: 1876

Bulgarian Astrologer-Doomsayer Apologizes

The Bulgarian astrologer, who wrongly predicted a devastating earthquake on Easter at the southern Bulgarian town of Haskovo, has offered his apologies to the citizens.

Society | April 21, 2009, Tuesday // 11:02 | Viewed: 1932

Bulgaria Remembers Holocaust Victims

Bulgaria and Bulgaria's Jewish community mark Monday Yom HaShoah, or the Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Society | April 20, 2009, Monday // 19:22 | Viewed: 4429

Bulgaria Medics to Demand Damage Compensations from Libya

The five Bulgarian medics and the Palestinian doctor, who were held in a Libyan jail will ask Libya to pay them EUR millions as compensations.

Society | April 20, 2009, Monday // 18:44 | Viewed: 1721

Russia Famous Lubeh Musician Kuleshov Dies in Tragic Accident

Prominent Russian musician, Anatoli Kuleshov, has died during a traffic accident in Moscow Sunday.

Society » Obituaries | April 20, 2009, Monday // 18:05 | Viewed: 11798
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