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Measles Outbreak in Bulgaria Surpasses 100 Cases, Majority are Children

Health authorities in Bulgaria report a total of 101 confirmed measles cases across the country, according to data from the Ministry of Health

Society » Health | 6 hours ago

Mayor In Northwestern Bulgaria Accused Of Mixing Social Aid With Election Campaign

A mayor in northwestern Bulgaria is under scrutiny after allegedly distributing social benefits alongside a political party’s election materials

Politics | 7 hours ago

Hungarians Agree On Need For A “Different” EU Relationship, But Split On Ukraine Stance

NEW POLL: HUNGARIANS UNITED ON NEED FOR A ‘DIFFERENT’ RELATIONSHIP WITH THE EU, BUT DIVERGENCES REMAIN ON UKRAINE

World » EU | 7 hours ago

Good Friday: A Day of Reflection in Bulgaria

Good Friday, known in Bulgaria as Razpeti petak, is one of the most solemn and deeply observed days in the Orthodox Christian calendar

Society » Culture | 9 hours ago

Putin Declares Easter Ceasefire in Ukraine War

The Kremlin has announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered an “Easter ceasefire” in the war in Ukraine, declaring a temporary halt in hostilities lasting around 36 hours

World » Ukraine | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 23:46

EU Panic Deepens Over Hungary-Russia Ties and Possible Secret Leaks

A group of Members of the European Parliament has raised concerns over the potential leakage of confidential EU information to Russia, urging stronger safeguards within the European Parliament

World » EU | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 18:43

Moldova Breaks Away From Russia-Led Bloc in Major Political Shock Move

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has formally enacted legislation withdrawing the country from the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), marking a decisive step in Chisinau’s gradual disengagement from Russian-led structures

World | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 18:36

The Power of Knowledge Lies in Its Use

Dr. Boyko Takov: Analytical and empirical results from ongoing projects constitute a solid information base

Business | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 18:21

Bulgaria's Antarctic Expedition Ship Returns to Varna

The Bulgarian scientific research vessel “Sts. Cyril and Methodius” (NIC 421) has returned to Varna, docking at the Marine Station and marking the official end of the country’s 34th Antarctic expedition

Society | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 17:53

European Prosecutors Raid Bulgaria and Romania in €10M EU Funds Fraud Probe

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) has carried out a series of coordinated investigative actions across several countries, including Bulgaria and Romania, as part of a probe into suspected large-scale fraud involving EU funds

World » EU | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 17:51

Weather in Bulgaria: Mixed Easter Forecast With Sun, Rain, and Gradually Rising Temperatures

Holiday weather conditions are expected to remain mixed across Bulgaria, with alternating periods of sunshine and rain showers, according to the forecast

Society » Environment | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 17:03

Holy Synod Confirms No Trip to Jerusalem, No Holy Fire Brought to Bulgaria

The Bulgarian Orthodox Church has decided that no official delegation will travel to Jerusalem this year to receive the Holy Fire, citing the ongoing tensions in the Middle East

Society » Culture | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 16:38

Plovdiv Becomes Open-Air Stage as 6Fest Brings Street Arts from 11 Countries

Plovdiv will host the International Street Arts Festival 6Fest from April 20 to 26, 2026, turning the city into an open-air stage featuring performers from 11 countries across three continents

Society » Culture | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 15:09

Iran and US Clash Over Hormuz Control Despite Announced Pause in Fighting

A fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran has coincided with escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran has moved to tighten control over one of the world’s most critical maritime routes

World | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 14:43

Bulgaria Election Snapshot: Six-Party Parliament Forecast Amid Economic Anxiety and Shifting Support

A new survey by the “Sova Harris” agency indicates that six political formations would enter the next Bulgarian National Assembly, based on data collected between April 2 and 6 among 800 respondents through standardized face-to-face interviews

Politics | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 14:25

Up to 90% of Construction and Renovation Workers in Bulgaria Work Illegally

Up to 90 percent of construction and renovation workers in Bulgaria are operating outside the legal framework, according to entrepreneur Lozan Lozanov, who raised concerns about the lack of regulation in construction and installation services

Business » Industry | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 14:00

Bulgaria Publishes 7,000 Public Contracts Worth Over €30 Billion in Transparency Push

The Ministry of Finance has released a broad public dataset covering more than 7,000 public procurement contracts with a combined value exceeding 30 billion euros

Business » Finance | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 13:44

Bulgaria: Over 191,000 Cars Leave Sofia as Easter Travel Rush Begins

The Easter holiday getaway has officially begun in Bulgaria, with traffic leaving Sofia surging as thousands of people set off for the long weekend

Society | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 12:02

The Best Mobiles for Slot Gaming: What to Look For and Why It Matters

Mobile slot gaming has exploded in popularity, and it’s easy to see why.

Business | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 11:39

Young Father in Bulgaria Dies After Months in Coma Following Brutal Street Attack Over Cigarettes

A young man from Chirpan has died after spending months in a coma following a violent assault that reportedly began over a dispute involving cigarettes

Crime | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 11:00

Bulgaria: €40,000 Seized in Vote-Buying Raid as Police Detain Suspect

A 53-year-old man with a criminal record has been detained in Bulgaria during a targeted police operation against vote buying, carried out in the village of Brestnitsa in the Lovech region

Crime | April 9, 2026, Thursday // 10:08
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