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Bulgaria to Enjoy the Sound of Classic American Blues

US Chris Tofield Blues Band will be touring Bulgaria between 27 March and 31 March, the American Embassy in Bulgaria announced Wednesday. The dynamic band plays a combination of both sweet sounding originals and soulful blues standards.

Society | March 23, 2005, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1010

Elegance Guru Wins Golden Needle Award

The Moscow-educated fashion designer Maria Nedkova received the honorary Golden Needle Award 2004 for her overall contribution to the world of Bulgarian fashion. This is the second Golden Needle of Nedkova, with the first one being handed down to her by

Society | March 23, 2005, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1102

Miss Bulgaria 2005 Contestants Plant Trees

All 44 participants in the Miss Bulgaria 2005 contest joined the green initiative of the organizers of the event.

Society | March 22, 2005, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 2484

Brian de Palma Film to Feature Bulgarian "Thug"

Bulgarian actor Ivo Krustev has been chosen for a gangster part in the latest Brian de Palma film, the producers said in a press release. Most of the Black Dahlia production will be filmed in Bulgaria, starting April 1.

Society | March 22, 2005, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 2082

Scientists: For Fresh Breath Eat Yoghurt

Natural yoghurt can successfully beat bad breath, tooth decay and gum disease, according to scientists.

Society | March 22, 2005, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1572

Sofia Pret-a-Porter Heralds Spring/Summer'05

The spring/summer collections of leading Bulgarian designers have been showed off at this year's Bulgarian Fashion Forum. The glamorous event has become a traditional forum for Bulgarian fashion, style and elegance.

Society | March 22, 2005, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1240

Roma Icon to Host Miss Bulgaria 2005

Organizers of Miss Bulgaria 2005 have found yet another way of intriguing the audience. The prestigious task of hosting the glitzy March 26 gala has been assigned to Roma music idol Azis, they announced Monday.

Society | March 21, 2005, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 7173

Politicians Take on Gardening in Sofia

Politicians from some of Bulgaria's most influential parties came together Monday to put a Sofia garden in repair. For a few hours, Sofia mayor Stefan Sofanski, Agrarian leader Anastasia Mozer, Socialists Party Deputy Chairman Rumen Ovcharov and colleagu

Society | March 21, 2005, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 856

Bulgaria Joins French Culture's Int'l Celebrations

Events all over the world marked Sunday the International Day of Francophonie - March 20.

Society | March 20, 2005, Sunday // 00:00 | Viewed: 899

History Exposition Attracts Sofia Citizens in Parliament

For a second day the building of the Bulgarian Parliament remained open to the public, presenting a documentary exhibition, dedicated to the 135th anniversary of the Bulgarian exarchate formation.

Society | March 20, 2005, Sunday // 00:00 | Viewed: 820

Historians: Bulgarian State Is 1840-Year-Old

Bulgarian state is by 500 years older than it is officially considered by science nowadays.

Society | March 19, 2005, Saturday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1835

Icarus Adventure on Offer at Sofia Gallery

Icarus, a symbol of the heights of human aspiration and the pursuit of truth, is the focus of the latest exhibition of Bulgarian artist Roberto Yonkov, which opened at the end of the week at Sofia Gallery Artamontzev. The man who flew too close to the su

Society | March 18, 2005, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 942

Cuban Diva Fascinates Fans in Sofia

Omara Portuondo, a former Buena Vista Social Club vocalist and a living legend of Cuban music, staged a hypnotizing show in Sofia on Thursday night. Omara, aged 75, was the second Buena Vista star to visit Bulgaria over the last several months.

Society | March 18, 2005, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1337

Health: Potato Vaccine for Hepatitis B

Genetically modified potatoes may be an alternative to the syringe and needle for hepatitis B vaccine, scientists have shown. The hepatitis B virus (HBV, transmitted by blood or sexual fluids, causes liver failure and liver cancer.

Society | March 18, 2005, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1018

Science: Genes Hide More Sexes Differences

Gene scientists have cracked the genetic code of the female X chromosome that might help explain biological differences between the sexes.

Society | March 18, 2005, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 725

Forks&Corks: Budding Spring Gourmet

Ingredients: 6 bacon slices, chopped, 1 large red bell pepper, cut lengthwise into thin strips, 350 g crimini (baby bella) mushrooms, coarsely chopped, 1 bag spinach leaves, 1/2 medium-size red onion, cut into paper-thin slices, 2/3 cup olive oil, 1/3 cu

Society | March 18, 2005, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 814

Oscar Winner Fights Fine for Fruit Smuggle

Oscar winning actress Hillary Swank is reportedly fighting a USD 187 fine for illegally importing an apple and an orange into New Zealand.

Society | March 17, 2005, Thursday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1285

Laughter Tower to Rise in Bulgaria

A 200-meter high Tower of Laughter will be built in Bulgaria's northern town of Gabrovo, known across the entire country for its residents having a legendary sense of humour. The tower will be a symbol of the happiness and optimism, the Gabrovo Humour an

Society | March 16, 2005, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 914

Violin Legend Rehearses Live Sofia Concert

The world master of violin Nigel Kennedy rehearsed live on Tuesday evening, three days ahead of his largely anticipated concert in Sofia. The eccentric violinist has come to Bulgaria upon the invitation of the Classic FM Radio and the mobile operator Mob

Society | March 15, 2005, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1021

BBC World Music Award Winner to Promote Bulgaria Abroad

Bulgarian clarinet whiz Ivo Papazov, who won the annual BBC Radio 3 World Music Audience Award, has agreed to promote Bulgaria's culture and tourism abroad. Papazov met Tuesday with Bulgaria's Culture and Tourism Minister Nina Chilova, who invited the mu

Society | March 15, 2005, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 2307

Bulgaria Creates Unique Rose for Japan Princess

Bulgarian experts have cultivated a new rose sort especially for Japan's young Princess Aiko, media disclosed. The crimson-coloured flower was created at the Rose Institute in Kazanlak, a city famous for its rose oil industry.

Society | March 14, 2005, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 2956
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