Bulgaria Launches Smoking Ban Checks
Even though a smoking ban in public places came into force in Bulgaria at the end of December, official checks were launched January 3 amid reports that the restrictions are being widely ignored.
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Bulgarian Students Prepare for 'Skipping-School Day'
Despite the national protests of high-school students, the Bulgarian Education Ministry has announced that school activities will begin January 3.
Cold Weather Claims One Victim in Bulgaria
The cold weather in Bulgaria has claimed one victim, the Bulgarian Focus News Agency has reported.
Bulgarians to Enjoy Winter Clothes, Shoes Sales
The big winter sales in the clothes and shoes stores have begun, a check by the Bulgarian News Agency showed.
Bulgaria-Greece Traffic Increases
The traffic through the Bulgaria-Greece border checkpoints is increasing, with the most traffic being at the Kulata and Kapitan Petko Voyvoda, the Bulgarian Border Police have anounced.
Math Wonderkid Chosen 'Face of the Year' by Bulgarian Media
Radko Kotev, an 19-year old highschool student, was chosen as the Bulgarian 'Face of the Year 2010' by spectators of the private channel bTV.
New Retirement Requirements Enforced in Bulgaria
The much debated amendments to Bulgaria's Social Insurance Code, which deal with retirement requirements, enter into force on January 1.
Bulgarian Orthodox Christians Honor Saint Vassiliy
On the first day of the New Year the Bulgarian Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Vassiliy the Great, who lived around 330-379.
Novinite.com (Sofia News Agency) Wishes You Happy New Year!
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Bulgarian Artists to Sculpt Snow in Chicago
A Bulgarian team will join an international group of artists to sculpt in snow during the Snow Days festival in Chicago from January 28-30.
Bulgaria Capital Sofia Beefs Up Security for New Year's Eve
A total of 200 policemen will be deployed in downtown Sofia during the pinnacle of the festive celebrations for the New Year 2011.
Bulgarians to Ring in 2011 under the Stars
Concerts, fireworks, and snowfalls are to herald the New 2011 Year in Bulgaria when the country is to say goodbye to the fourth year of its EU membership.
Partial Solar Eclipse to Mystify Bulgarian Horizon Jan 4
Bulgarian sky gazers will be treated to the rare spectacle of a partial eclipse of the sun, which will be visible from the territory of the country on January 4, 2011.
Anorexic Model Isabelle Caro Dies at 28
A French model who posed nude for an anti-anorexia campaign while suffering from the illness herself has died at the age of 28, her colleagues confirm.
Bulgaria Bids Farewell to Rock Legend Vili Kavaldzhiev
Hundreds of mourners are expected to gather on Thursday at Sofia cemetery to pay their last respects to Vili Kavaldzhiev, one of the legends in Bulgaria's rock music and a fervent supporter of the anti-communist movement.
Italy's Culture Minister to Resign Over 'Fatal' Bulgarian Actress
Italian Culture Minister Sando Bondi is about to resign in the next couple of days due to the scandal involving Bulgarian-born actress Michelle Bonev and other issues, according to Italian media.
Bulgaria's Plovdiv to Launch EU Capital of Culture Bid
The Bulgarian Plovdiv will run for a European Capital of Culture in 2019, the city's Mayor, Slavcho Atanasov, has announced.
Bulgarian Doctors Alarmed by Funding Cuts for Cardiac Treatment
Bulgarian cardiologists have slammed the government for drastic cuts of funding for treatment of patients with cardiac dysrhythmia.
Syndicate Demands 50% Pay Raise for Bulgarian Police
The Bulgarian police syndicate has issued a demand for a 50% increase of officers' salaries, announced its chair Valentin Grozev.
One Swine Flu Death Case Registered in Bulgaria
One person died from swine flu (AH1N1) in Bulgaria 2-3 weeks ago, the national consultant in epidemiology, Mira Kozhuharova, has announced.
Bulgarian Parliament to Discuss Paid Leave Early 2011
The text in the Bulgarian Labor Code, regarding paid leaves, will be discussed again in the first working days of 2011, the Bulgarian ruling party GERB has announced.
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