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Kids Find Paradise in Sofia

A new sports and entertainment centre has opened doors in capital Sofia, equipped also with special facilities for disabled children. Famous athletes and activists will be in charge of training kids with locomotory deficiencies in the new sports centre s

Society | July 21, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 758

Ancient Sanctuary Unveiled in Bulgaria

An ancient sanctuary dated back to the neolith era was disclosed near the southern Bulgarian village of Kapitan Dimitrievo. A team of archeologists headed by professor Vassil Nikolov found the sanctuary in a mound located at a depth of 1,8 meters.

Society | July 21, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 10526

130,000 Condoms for The Olympians

Athletes who will take part in the Athens Olympic Games will be presented with 130,000 condoms and 30,000 tubes of lubricant, producer Durex announced. The free contraceptives will be available at the central drugstore in the Olympic village.

Society | July 21, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 13916

Bulgarian Tribute to Yogurt

The northeastern Bulgarian town of Razgrad starts Wednesday its traditional Yogurt Fair. For three days - as long as the fair continues - residents and guests of the town will travel back in time and dive into the world of old-fashion handicrafts.

Society | July 21, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 710

Pop Diva Ishtar Thrills Bulgaria

Israel's pop diva Ishtar will stage two major concerts in Bulgaria. The major pop star will come to Bulgaria for the second time July 22.

Society | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1291

Olympics Lingerie for Triumph

The upcoming Olympic games in Athens have inspired a special series of Triumph bras designed by Daniel Herman. The Swiss designer have developed an exclusive "T" bra line for Triumph International, embroidered in silk and decorated with stylish crowns.

Society | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1882

Germany Sees Thracian Exclusives

A major exhibition featuring 3,000 Thracian pieces from Bulgaria will open in Germany Thursday. The unique treasures of Rogozen, Panagyurishte and Valchitran will be among the main attractions in the event, which is Bulgaria's largest archaeological exhi

Society | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 682

Bulgaria Celebrates "Ilinden"

Bulgaria marks Tuesday 101 years since the legendary Ilinden-Preobrazhenie Uprising, organized to fight the fractioning of the country. The 1878 Berlin Congress preceded the rebellion.

Society | July 20, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 731

Hair Musical Thrills Opera Fans

A week after torrential rain prevented the Hair performance on Sofia stage, opera fans were able to see Monday night the popular musical "live on the square".

Society | July 19, 2004, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 8449

Potter Book Record in Japan

The first printing of the Japanese language version of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" will reach a record of 2.9 million sets, local media said.

Society | July 18, 2004, Sunday // 00:00 | Viewed: 978

Age-Old Wine Cellar Unearthed in US

A wine cellar believed to be 300-year-old has been uncovered in Virginia, US. Archeologists found eight bottles, all of them intact, inside the brick-walled space.

Society | July 18, 2004, Sunday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1084

Sofia Dressed in Graffiti

A festival for graffiti artists filled the center of Sofia with colour on Saturday. Participants in the Sprite Graffiti Fest competed in four different categories - Wild Style, Throw-up, Character and 3-D.

Society | July 17, 2004, Saturday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1041

Thracian Tomb Uncovered in Bulgaria

An ancient tomb with the bones of a Thracian leader has been uncovered in Bulgaria. Archeologists came upon the brick-built burial chamber near the village of Oryahovitsa, east of the city of Stara Zagora.

Society | July 17, 2004, Saturday // 00:00 | Viewed: 2077

Coastal Varna Delights Ballet Fest

The coastal town of Varna has turned into an international ballet capital for a 21-st time. The local summer theatre has seen the first edition of the popular ballet event 40 years ago.

Society | July 16, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1969

Sofia Exhibition Boosts Olympic Hopes

A week after the Olympic Flame went through Sofia, the spirit of the upcoming Olympic games in Athens has visited Bulgarian capital again with a special exhibition. Stamps and slogans imaging 72 photocopies of Greek marks dedicated to different summer Ol

Society | July 16, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 740

Mailing Party in Bulgaria

Post offices in Bulgaria marked Friday 125 years since the country's network was founded. To mark the event, a contest for designing a postage stamp was launched for young Bulgarians.

Society | July 16, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 712

Health: First Steps in Fitness

If you are a beginner in exercising your body, the best thing would be to see your physician first. A medical check is necessary if you are over 35, you are a smoker, or haven't done any exercising in a long time.

Society | July 16, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 694

Fashion: Lightning Speed Dress-up

1. Sticks with classics - those clothing styles are much easier to mix than "hip" fashion.

Society | July 16, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 670

Forks & Corks: Tomato Soup

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups tomato, 1 1/2 cups water, 1 small onion, sliced, 2 tablespoons pearl barley, 1/2 tablespoon oil or butter substitute, 1 teaspoon salt Preparation: Cook together all the ingredients except the barley for twenty minutes.

Society | July 16, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 651

Bulgarian Tops Tourism Beauty Contest

Bulgarian fashion diva ended second at the international beauty contest Miss Tourism Planet 2004. Elisaveta Nikolchovska, 16, professional model at the Visages agency, competed with another 23 girls, aged 16-25, from worldwide in Greek capital Athens.

Society | July 15, 2004, Thursday // 00:00 | Viewed: 3691

Pets: Cat-Proof Your Home

Here are some simple tips on how to make your home safe for a kitten, and protect your belongings at the same time: Make sure chemicals and medications are stored on high shelves, or inside lockers.

Society | July 15, 2004, Thursday // 00:00 | Viewed: 505
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