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Bulgaria National Folk Ensemble Set for New York Debut

The National Folk Ensemble of Bulgaria �Bulgare' (NFEB) is set to make its first performance in New York, Saturday with a large audience expected at Symphony Space.

Society » Culture | April 10, 2009, Friday // 16:06 | Viewed: 3222

Bulgarian Steel Workers Rally Grows into National Protests

Teachers and doctors say they will join the persistent protests of Kremikovtzi steel mill workers, driven to despair by the economic situation in the country.

Society | April 10, 2009, Friday // 12:04 | Viewed: 3364

Sofia Sees First English Language Scrabble Tournament

The American Corner at the Sofia City Library will host the First English Language Scrabble Tournament for High School students on April 13.

Society | April 10, 2009, Friday // 08:17 | Viewed: 3045

Bulgaria Hosts European Masters of Poker Championship

World's best poker players will gather together at the European Masters of Poker (EMOP) championship in Bulgaria's Black Sea coast city of Varna.

Society | April 9, 2009, Thursday // 20:01 | Viewed: 2730

Bulgaria Slated to Join European Space Community

Bulgaria's PM Sergey Stanishev announced Thursday Bulgaria was in the process of joining the European Space Agency (ESA).

Society | April 9, 2009, Thursday // 18:49 | Viewed: 4690

Third Quake Shakes Southern Bulgaria

A third light earthquake in less than twelve hours has been registered in the region of Kardzhali, Southern Bulgaria.

Society | April 9, 2009, Thursday // 10:31 | Viewed: 1709

Two Light Quakes Rattle Bulgaria

Two light earthquakes rattled southern Bulgaria late on Wednesday, causing no damage or casualties.

Society | April 9, 2009, Thursday // 08:04 | Viewed: 1533

Sofia Municipality Beats Moscow Govt 2:0 in Football Friendly

The team of Sofia Municipality defeated 2:0 the team of the government of Moscow in a football match played in Russia's capital on Wednesday.

Society | April 8, 2009, Wednesday // 16:54 | Viewed: 2132

"Caprichos" by Francisco Goya Exhibited in Sofia

An exhibit of the "Caprichos" by Spanish painted Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (1746 -1828) is opening in Sofia Wednesday. The exhibition is hosted by the Cervantes Institute in Sofia, and will be open until May 18.

Society » Culture | April 8, 2009, Wednesday // 14:10 | Viewed: 22162

Bulgaria Farmers Protest Rally Foils

The scheduled protest rally of milk producers foiled Wednesday after only about 10 individuals showed-up in front of the Agriculture Ministry building in downtown Sofia.

Society | April 8, 2009, Wednesday // 13:28 | Viewed: 2699

Sofia Mayor Orders Removal of Controversial Hitler Billboard

Sofia's Mayor, Boyko Borisov, has ordered the immediate dismantle of the controversial billboards displaying Hitler's portrait.

Society | April 8, 2009, Wednesday // 12:44 | Viewed: 5108

US Ambassador Greets Bulgaria Roma for International Roma Day

The US Ambassador to Bulgaria, Nancy McEldowney, has congratulated the Bulgarian Roma for International Roma Day, which is celebrated all across the country.

Society | April 8, 2009, Wednesday // 11:49 | Viewed: 2221

82% of Bulgaria Households Suffer Destitution

82% of households in Bulgarian households live in destitution and cannot afford even one major expense.

Society | April 8, 2009, Wednesday // 08:52 | Viewed: 3011

Hitler Billboard Causes Outrage in Bulgaria Capital

A huge billboard with the picture of the Nazi leader Adolf Hitler in Sofia has been officially complained about by the Israeli Embassy in the Bulgarian capital.

Society | April 7, 2009, Tuesday // 17:53 | Viewed: 8858

Bulgaria Traffic Tickets Go Online

Starting Monday Bulgarians can pay their traffic violations' fines electronically, the Interior Ministry announced.

Society | April 7, 2009, Tuesday // 15:02 | Viewed: 3234

Bulgaria Education Minister Demands Education Reform Referendum

Bulgaria's Deputy PM and Education Minister, Daniel Valchev, requested Tuesday a referendum on education reform.

Society » Education | April 7, 2009, Tuesday // 13:57 | Viewed: 4648

Bulgaria Rescue Teams Ready to Help Italy Earthquake Victims

Bulgarian rescue teams are ready to leave for Italy, to help in the search for survivors after the earthquake Monday that destroyed much of the historic town of L'Aquila.

Society | April 7, 2009, Tuesday // 09:53 | Viewed: 3353

Bulgarian Government Gives Chance to Young University Graduates

The Bulgarian Government will provide a total of 750 administration jobs for unemployed young university graduates.

Society | April 6, 2009, Monday // 13:19 | Viewed: 2028

Bulgarian Journalists Stricken by Anti-NATO Protests

Bulgarian journalists from two TV channels were stricken by the anti-NATO riots in Strasbourg Saturday.

Society | April 5, 2009, Sunday // 20:28 | Viewed: 2711

Traffic Accident Takes Two Lives in Southern Bulgaria

One person died on the spot Sunday during a serious traffic accident in Southern Bulgaria.

Society | April 5, 2009, Sunday // 13:45 | Viewed: 2593

Sofia University Launches 2009 Admission Campaign

606 high school seniors sat for the preliminary geography exam at Sofia's University "St. Kliment Ohridski" Sunday.

Society » Education | April 5, 2009, Sunday // 11:57 | Viewed: 6096
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