Society

Bulgaria Commemorates Its Liberation Heroes

With nationwide observances and celebrations Bulgarian marks June 2 as the day to commemorate the heroism of those who died for the country's liberation. The date is related to the heroic death of revolutionary poet and fighter Hristo Botev who sacrifice

Society | June 2, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1061

Model Named Bulgaria's Top Playmate

Bulgaria's long anticipated Miss Playmate contest has reached its culmination, with brunette Madlen Peneva snatching the top prize. This was the country's first ever playmate competition, launched two years after Playboy Bulgaria issue No.

Society | June 2, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 13528

Bulgarian Casting Director Justifies Krum Twist

The Bulgarian producer who directed the local casting for the Viktor Krum part said he was not surprised that they chose a Scot after all. Producers of the Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire movie had assigned Valeri Bozhinov to give an audition to Bulg

Society | June 2, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 7190

Australian Triumphant at Miss Universe

A 20-year-old Australian surf-lover won the Miss Universe title in Ecuador. Jennifer Hawkins was chosen from among 80 beauty queens.

Society | June 2, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 3817

Sofia Morning News Turned 3 Years

Sofia Morning News agency has turned three years of age on Tuesday.

Society | June 1, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1038

Madara Horseman Attracts World Experts

Top world macrobiological experts have left for northern Bulgaria keeping one of UNESCO preserved rock-engraved monuments. The figure of a horseman piercing a lion with his spear is engraved into the sheer rock at a height of 23 meters, at a plateau near

Society | June 1, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 752

Last Practice for Miss Universe Pageant

Tired but excited, 80 young women from around the world went through their last practice sessions for the Miss Universe pageant in Ecuador's capital. They defended their efforts to be selected as the world's most beautiful woman, as political turmoil has

Society | June 1, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 6101

Sofia Kids Join Holiday Marathon

Kids in Bulgaria's capital Sofia matched their athletic skills in a marathon race, to celebrate international Children's Day. The country's Sports Minister arrived at the Vassil Levski stadium to congratulate the children, and hand out gifts for the holi

Society | June 1, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1024

Tastes of Italy in Sofia

A world-renowned chef from the International Italian Cuisine Academy ALMA discloses in Sofia the intimacies of the Italian cuisine and an extensive repertoire of traditional dishes in the framework of the first Italian Festival here. In one week Maestro

Society | June 1, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1469

Museum of Bulgarian Writing Legends Repaired

The museum of Bulgarian writing legends Pencho and Petko Slaveykov in Sofia has been fully renovated. The edifice is situated at 138 Rakovski Street, in the center of the Bulgarian capital.

Society | June 1, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1588

Bulgaria Eager for Playmate Premiere

Fans of the Playboy Bulgaria magazine are thrilled by Monday night's pioneer Playmate contest. Two years after Playboy Bulgaria saw its first issue, the impressive Playmate of The Year competition was launched.

Society | May 31, 2004, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 5743

Scot Overpowers Bulgarian for Potter Role

The Viktor Krum part in the next Harry Potter movie will be assigned to a Scottish boy, media said. The surprising news came after months of searching for a Bulgarian actor to play the role.

Society | May 31, 2004, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 51519

Bulgarian "Passionist" Sweeps International Award

Bulgarian actor Hristo Shopov swept the Golden Champion Award for his "Passion" role of Pontius Pilatus. The Bulgarian face of Pontius Pilate in latest Gibson's blockbuster is a descendant of a well-known film family in Bulgaria.

Society | May 31, 2004, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 686

Harry Potter Mania Took Over UK

Britain will be under the spell of Hogwarts yet again with the UK premier of the third film from the Harry Potter books.

Society | May 30, 2004, Sunday // 00:00 | Viewed: 3097

Bulgarian Film Invited to European Cinema Festival

Bulgarian movie director Silvia Pesheva was invited to present her film "Crazy Day" at the Festroia festival in Portugal. The prestigious European cinema film festival will take place June 4 to 13.

Society | May 30, 2004, Sunday // 00:00 | Viewed: 754

Bulgarian FM Enjoys Jethro Tull with Novinite.com

Bulgaria's Foreign Minister Solomon Passy was among the 50 guests invited by Novinite.com and leading PR company M3 Communications Group, Inc.

Society | May 30, 2004, Sunday // 00:00 | Viewed: 9887

Mini Models Contest Gathers Bulgaria's Sweetest Kids

Bulgarian kids willing to become models gathered today at the 6th edition of the Visages Mini Models 2004 contest. The annual event was dedicated to the international Day of the children June 1.

Society | May 30, 2004, Sunday // 00:00 | Viewed: 19519

28 Books in Rivalry for the "Bronze Lion" Award

A total of 28 books will compete for the Bronze Lion statuette that will be handed out tomorrow to the publisher whose book proved to be the biggest success on the market.

Society | May 29, 2004, Saturday // 00:00 | Viewed: 661

Unique Jethro Tull Enchants Bulgaria

Legendary Jethro Tull staged a major performance in Sofia. The UK band that is acknowledged to be one of the unique phenomena in the world music thrilled its Bulgarian fans.

Society | May 29, 2004, Saturday // 00:00 | Viewed: 6109

Ancient Ruler Monument Stirs Controversy

Over-man-high statue depicting ancient ruler Philip II Macedonian will stand in the center of the southern town of Plovdiv. The monument, projected at a total height of 11.

Society | May 28, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1344

Bulgarian Beauty Hits the Headlines in Ecuador

Bulgaria-crowned contestant at Miss Universe 2004 has stirred the jury's attention narrating about Bulgaria's traditional dances. Ivelina Petrova stepped in the show with a meter-high "Kuker" doll that represents the traditional Bulgarian "Kukeri" ritual

Society | May 28, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 4560
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